Leadership

What is a Diocese

A diocese is the territorial jurisdiction of a diocesan bishop. The term also refers to the congregations and church members of the diocese. Before the church adopted the word it …

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Board of Trustees

The Board is the legal entity of the diocese, incorporated under California law as “The Episcopal Church in the Diocese of El Camino Real.” The Diocesan Corporation administers the property …

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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). …

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Diocesan Convention

The 44th Diocesan Convention was held onSaturday, November 9, 2024 This year’s theme was Believing, Belonging, Beloved. La 44ª Convención Diocesana se celebró el sábado 9 de noviembre de 2024. …

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Constitution & 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. What’s the …

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General Convention of the Episcopal Church

The Episcopal Church is governed by a bicameral General Convention, which meets every three years, and by an Executive Council during interim years. The General Convention consists of the House …

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