Committee on Constitution and Canons

The Committee on Constitution and Canons serves a vital role in maintaining the integrity and alignment of the Diocese’s governing documents. This committee ensures that the Constitution and Canons of the Diocese remain consistent with those of the Province and provides careful oversight of any proposed amendments.

    • Generation and Review of Amendments: The Committee may generate amendments to the Diocesan Constitution and Canons based on the changing needs of the Diocese. It also evaluates all proposed changes to the Diocesan Constitution and Canons arising from members of the Diocese and submits its recommendations to the Synod.

    • Alignment with Provincial Canons: The Committee is responsible for ensuring that all diocesan governance documents conform to the standards and requirements of the Province.

    • Annual Report: The Committee presents a formal report to the Synod each year regarding its activities and any proposed revisions.

    To allow for thorough review and preparation:

    • Proposed amendments must be submitted to the Committee no fewer than 120 days prior to the Synod.

    • The Committee will issue its recommendations to the Synod no fewer than 60 days before the Synod convenes.

  • The Committee on Constitution and Canons currently meets monthly on the second Monday from 7-9 PM. The first meeting of the Committee is usually an in person with the remainder of the meetings conducted via Zoom. The Committee typically meets from February until October, and may meet at other times as needed.

  • The Committee is composed of 12 members, clergy and laity, plus the Chancellor, who serves as an ex officio member with voice but no vote.

    • 9 members are elected by the Synod to serve staggered three-year terms.

    • 3 members are appointed by the Bishop.

    The Standing Committee is authorized to fill any vacancies that arise between meetings of the Synod, with those appointments effective until the next annual Synod.

  • 2026

    Rev. Becki Neumann* ^
    Andrew Oravetz*
    Rev. Richard Crocker*
    Willie Deutsch^
    Kimberly Maher
    Allan Sharret (ex officio, Chancellor)

    2027

    Kris Iverson
    Jodie Mueller
    Mike Harpster

    2028

    Arthur Freyre
    Rev. Darren Jones

    *Appointed by the bishop for a one-year term.
    ^Co-Chair

“There shall be a Diocesan Committee on Constitution and Canons that shall be responsible for ensuring the conformity of the Diocesan Constitution and Canons with those of the Province. This Committee shall review and report its recommendation to the Synod regarding any proposed amendment to the Constitution or Canons.”
— Article IX