Diocesan Leadership

Board of Trustees and Diocesan Corporation

The Diocesan Corporation is served by members of a Board of Trustees, of which the Bishop is President. The Corporation administers the real property and other assets of the diocese, and acts on behalf of Diocesan Convention between annual meetings of Convention to develop and implement the policies, programs, and budget approved and adopted by Convention. The diocesan Finance Committee and Property Committee operate under the guidance of the Board of Trustees.

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Standing Committee

The Standing Committee is one of three diocesan bodies whose existence is mandated by the Constitution of The Episcopal Church (others being the Finance Committee and the Commission on Ministry). The Standing Committee approves encumbrances on properties, recommends people for ordination and as chief Council of Advice to the bishop.

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Commission on Ministry

The Commission on Ministry (COM) consists of clergy and lay persons who work with the Bishop on the ordination process. They assist Bishop Lucinda in providing for the development, training and affirmation of the ministry of all persons in the church.

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Mission Commission

The Mission Commission assists — financially and organizationally — all diocesan congregations that desire and show potential for growth and diversification of missional endeavors in their communities. The commission manages the Mission Opportunity Grant program and Missional Partnership Program.

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Partnership Commission

The Partnership Commission was created to help “connect our common life with the wider church and the world” by creating a network of communities working together to overcome physical and spiritual pain and suffering. The commission helps nurture missional partnerships and expand our Episcopal presence in areas of social justice. This commission works with parishes to help strengthen missional and social justice partnerships.

Convention

Diocesan convention is held primarily to gather delegates, alternates, clergy and friends in community while attending to the yearly business meeting of the diocese. Diocesan convention is an opportunity to engage in discussion and dialogue, to learn about new programs and to receive the reports of the bodies served by diocesan leaders.

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Constitution and Canons

The Constitution and Canons are the written rules governing diocesan policy, structure and procedure. They must be in conformance with the Constitution and Canons of the national church.

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Deaneries

Deaneries are regional groupings of parishes in the diocese. Three deaneries comprise the diocese of El Camino Real, representing San Luis Obispo, Monterey and Santa Clara Valley. A key deanery function is to elect regional representatives to various diocesan bodies. A hoped-for outcome is one of connection between communities, leaders, and clergy.

A listing of deaneries and congregations is featured on About the Diocese.

Liturgy Commission

The Liturgy Commission is a team of clergy and lay leaders devoted to creating diocesan liturgies and liturgies for special occasions. At times, members may be asked by the Bishop to explore liturgical alternatives.