The Episcopal Diocese of Idaho Annual Convention 2019

PLAN TO ATTEND YOUR PRE-CONVENTION DEANERY MEETINGS:

It is very important that all clergy, wardens, and delegates attend the Pre-Convention Deanery Meetings.

Western Deanery, Saturday, October 12 @ 9:30 a.m., St. Mary’s, Emmett

Eastern Deanery, Saturday, October 12 @ 1:00 p.m., St. Paul’s, Blackfoot

Southwestern Deanery, Tuesday, October 15 @ 7:00 p.m., St. Michael’s, Boise

Central Deanery, Wednesday, October 16 @ 7:00 p.m., Ascension, Twin Falls

Please review all of the information in this packet in preparation for your Pre- Convention Meeting and Convention. If you have any questions or need any assistance, please contact the Diocesan Center. If an alternate will be attending Convention in your place, please contact the office as soon as possible. Make sure that your alternate has a copy of this packet, and that they know of any of your other Convention responsibilities (see Convention Committee Appointments, page 8). We look forward to seeing you soon.

Enclosed in this packet:

 Invitation to Convention mission project and additional Diocesan Convention information (pgs. 3 - 5)

 Convention Speaker Biography (pg. 6)

 Agenda for the weekend (pg. 7) A more detailed agenda for the business portion of Convention will be available at registration.

 Convention Committee Appointments (pg. 8) If you have been appointed to one of the Convention Committees, you should receive additional information from the Diocesan Office. If you have an alternate attending Convention in your place, he/she will take your place on that Committee. Please let them know on which committee they will be serving.

 Resolutions (pgs. 9 – 12) Four resolutions including three canonical changes have been submitted for consideration. Late resolutions are discouraged, but should anyone be inclined to present one, please notify the Bishop before Convention and have 200 copies of the late resolution available for distribution. A 2/3 majority vote of those present will be necessary in order for a late resolution to be received on the floor of Convention.

 Biographies for those standing for elected positions (pgs. 13 - 28)

 Committee reports (pgs. 29+)

 Please download the 2020 Diocesan Budget from a separate digital file.

Welcome Episcopal Diocese of Idaho!

The Central Deanery welcomes you to the 52nd Convention of the Episcopal Diocese of Idaho. This year’s theme is Episcopalians on the Way. The convention will be held at the Burley Inn and Convention Center. Convention dates are November 8-10, 2019.

The convention packet and registration information are available online at www.episcopalidaho.org/events/diocesan-convention.html All clergy, wardens, and delegates will need to print and bring them to their Deanery Pre-Convention meeting. They will not be provided at registration.

Our convention mission project will benefit Gilbert’s Pantry, the emergency relief food and hygiene supply for students at the College of Southern Idaho. According to a Harvard University study, up to half of the nation’s college students go without meals. Research shows that the problem transcends geography as well as the divides between community colleges and four-year colleges, private and public, elite and non- elite. At community colleges like CSI, students tend to be older and more likely to be supporting other family members, extending the struggle beyond the student. Gilbert’s Pantry is part of the Office of Student Affairs at CSI, and the students’ requests for assistance are kept private. Enclosed is a flyer that lists the non- perishable food items and personal toiletries we will be collecting. We ask that you provide this information to your parishes.

Please bring a banner and stand from your parish. At the service on Sunday morning, all the congregational banners will be processed in. Be sure you have appointed someone to carry the banner and stand who is physically able.

Enclosed is information about room rates, delegate checklist, and for those who will not be attending the convention meetings check out the Southern Idaho Tourism website! https://visitsouthidaho.com/top-10-things-to-do-in-burley/ This list will get you started with some great things to do.

We look forward to seeing you in Burley!

Nancy Wonderlich Koonce Chair, Convention Host Committee

Additional Information

Diocesan Convention will be held at the Best Western Burley Inn and Convention Center located at 800 N. Overland Avenue in Burley. There are blocks of rooms reserved at the Burley Inn and next door at the Budget Hotel. The rate for the Burley Inn is $89.99 per night and includes breakfast. The rate for Budget Hotel is $59.99 per night and breakfast tickets may be purchased at the front desk for $5 per person. Rooms may be reserved using the following link: https://www.bestwestern.com/en_US/book/hotel-rooms.13037.html?groupId=H67GJ6A3

Delegate Checklist:  Print or download convention packet and budget information  Bring church banner and stand  Make hotel reservations  Register spouse, guests, and visitors  Bring collected items for the mission project: non-perishable food items and personal toiletry items. (See the next page for a more specific list of items.)

Please collect items at your local parish and bring them to Convention. Donations will be collected during check-in on Friday evening and Saturday morning. If you have any questions please contact the Diocesan Center.

I have invited The Rev. Jay Sidebotham to help us renew our collective and personal strengths as learning and praying disciples of Jesus Christ. A reinvigoration of our study of Holy Scripture and our personal and community prayer life, as Presiding Bishop Curry told us at the 2017 Diocesan Convention, are the foundational disciplines needed for followers of Jesus. Clearly, these practices could help us identify and articulate our core beliefs in order to enter the public sphere with conviction and confidence. Unless we can speak more authentically as members of the Jesus Movement, we will remain intimidated, and thereby absent, from public discourse on important civic and social justice issues.

With Fr. Jay’s experience in the renewal of congregational spirituality as a pathway toward vitality of witness and mission, I invite us to open ourselves up to a deeper experience of the Scriptures of Jesus of Nazareth as well as a recommitment to a regular practice of prayer.

Bishop Brian

The Rev. Jay Sidebotham

The Rev. Jay Sidebotham is the Director of RenewalWorks. He also now serves as associate rector at St. James’ Parish in Wilmington, NC. Sidebotham comes to this work out of his experience as rector of Church of the Holy Spirit in Lake Forest, IL, where he led the congregation through a period of sustained focus on spiritual growth and renewal. Before coming to Church of the Holy Spirit, he served at St. Bart’s, New York City; St. Columba’s, Washington, DC; St. Luke’s, Durham, NC; and St. Martin’s, Providence, RI. He is well known for his cartoons about church life and his animation work on the television series Schoolhouse Rock!

RenewalWorks: http://renewalworks.org/

6 2019 DIOCESAN CONVENTION AGENDA Friday, November 8 5:00 p.m. Check-in opens at Burley Inn and Convention Center

7:00 p.m. Official Convention Opening-- Business Session/ Reports to Convention

8:15 p.m. Program Session One (The Rev. Jay Sidebotham)

8:45 p.m. Announcements Compline

9:15 p.m. Recess for the night

Saturday, November 9

8:30 a.m. Morning Prayer

9:00 a.m. Program Session Two (The Rev. Jay Sidebotham)

10:15 a.m. BREAK

10:30 a.m. Program Session Three (The Rev. Jay Sidebotham)

11:45 a.m. Announcements Noonday Prayer

12:00 Lunch --Sr. Warden Lunch, Deacons’ Lunch

1:30 p.m. Business Session – Confirmations, Elections, Reports, Resolutions

3:15 p.m. Afternoon Snack Break (sponsored by Idaho Episcopal Foundation)

3:45p.m. Business Session – Resolutions, Finance Committee report & adoption of budget

4:45 p.m. Evening Prayer

5:00 Evening Recess

6:00 p.m. Social Hour

7:00 p.m. Banquet

Sunday, November 10

9:00 a.m. Business Session

10:00 a.m. Convention Eucharist

12:30 p.m. Adjournment

2019 DIOCESAN CONVENTION COMMITTEES

Convention Offering The Rev. Eileen O’Shea, St. Stephen’s, Boise--Chair Pageant Jones, St. Luke’s, Idaho Falls Tim Rudeen, St. John’s, American Falls Erica Tremblay, St. Francis of the Tetons, Alta

Courtesy Resolutions Yvonne Hughes, Grace, Glenn’s Ferry--Chair Barbara Callow, St. David’s, Caldwell The Rev. Bev Lugo, St. Mary’s, Emmett Jo Ann Myers, Church of the Holy Nativity, Meridian

Credentials Committee Linda Olson, Emmanuel, Hailey--Chair Jessica Gasiorowski, Emmanuel, Placerville Marie Heath, Holy Trinity, Buhl Anita Wallinger, All Saints, Boise

Liturgy Committee The Rev. Michael Case, Church of the Holy Nativity, Meridian – Chair Trent Clegg, Trinity, Pocatello The Rev. Joseph Farnes, All Saints, Boise The Venerable Janet King, St. Matthew’s, Rupert The Rev. Rob Schoeck, Church of the Ascension, Twin Falls

Resolutions Committee Garre Biladeau, St. Michael’s, Boise – Chair Jane Dykas, St. Andrew’s, McCall The Rev. Joseph Farnes, All Saints, Boise Jane Matthews, St. Stephen’s, Boise

Tellers Committee Rosemary Ash, St. Michael’s Cathedral, Boise - Chair Joy Davis, Grace, Nampa Leslie Penney, All Saints, Boise Cammi Veenstra, St. Mary’s, Emmett

8 Proposed Resolutions and Canonical Changes

Resolution #1

Subject: Canon Concerning Financial Affairs – CPA Audit of Diocese’s Accounts and Parish Financial Review or CPA Audit of Congregations and Institutions

TITLE III, CANON 3, SECTION 1, SUBSECTION (c)(5) and (6)

Originator: Diocese of Idaho Department of Finance (Finance Committee)

WHEREAS, the current Canon requires the Diocese to undergo an annual CPA audit; WHEREAS, an annual audit of the Diocesan books is cost prohibitive; WHEREAS, the Diocesan Department of Finance desires to clarify the language of the current Canon regarding the annual audit of accounts for congregations;

RESOLVED: That the present Title III, Canon 3, Section 1, Subsection (c)(5) be modified with the suggested language:

Section 1. Department of Finance. (c) Duties: The Department shall: (5) require of the Diocese an audit of the accounts by a CPA firm every three years. (6) require of all Congregations and institutions thereof, an annual Parish Financial Process Review, or an audit performed by a CPA firm to be received by the Department of Finance on or before September 1 of the following year.

Explanation: The Constitutions and Canons of the Episcopal Church Title I, Canon 7, of the General Canons concerning “Of Business Methods of Church Affairs” requires annual CPA audits of the Diocese. The Department of Finance feels that this Canon is too cost-prohibitive for the Diocese and the congregations.

The modification gives Congregations and institutions thereof the option of an annual CPA audit or the Parish Financial Process Review to also ease the financial burden on the congregations and institutions.

Resolution #2

Subject: Canon Concerning Financial Affairs – Congregation Participation at Convention TITLE III, CANON 3, SECTION 2, SUBSECTION B3

Originator: Diocesan Council

WHEREAS, the current Canons restrict congregations who fail to pay in full their previous year’s assessments from seat, voice and vote at the Diocesan Convention.

RESOLVED, That the present Title III, Canon 3, Section 2, Subsection B3 be modified with the suggested language:

Section 2. Financial Support. (b) Stewardship Basis (3) A congregation failing to pay in full its previous year’s assessment by 7 days prior to the beginning of Convention shall not only be entitled to seat, and voice, or vote at Convention.

Explanation: Following discussion and a review of the Church history, the Diocesan Council seeks to provide a solution to have all parishes participating in the annual conventions. Current canons do not allow lay delegates from parishes that have not paid in full their previous year’s assessments a seat, voice or vote. The canonical change would allow lay participation from all parishes, allowing the parishes in arrears seat and voice.

Resolution #3

Subject: Amending the Financial Support Canon -- Title III, Canon 3 Section 2,(a) and Title III, Canon 3, Section 2 (b) (1) (b)

Originator: The Vestry of Grace, Nampa and the Rev. Karen Hunter

RESOLVED: That the present Title III, Canon 3, Section, 2,(a) and Title III, Canon 3, Section 2 (b) (1) (b) be modified with the following language:

Section 2. Financial Support. (a) Power of Convention to Raise Money. Convention shall have power to raise money for the General Church Program and for the support of the Episcopate, by assessment or apportionment on the congregations of the Diocese in accordance with these Canons or by any other legal and appropriate means. (b) Stewardship Basis. (1) Financial Support of the Diocese shall be computed as the current year’s assessment percentage times the congregation’s Normal Operating Income. a) The assessment percentage shall be set annually as part of the diocesan budget submitted by Council to Convention. It shall not exceed 24 15%. b) Normal Operating Income is (generally) all sources of income used for the operating budget of the congregation except grant income from legally registered entities, either religious or secular. Council shall be responsible for establishing the accounting policy for determining Normal Operating Income, timing of payments to the Diocese, and required financial statements.

Rationale: With changing times and diminishing church membership, congregations are being asked to do more with less. This canonical change addresses the need for more funding on the congregational level while freeing the diocese to expand its fund- raising options. It also frees both the congregations and the diocese to pursue grant funds from any legally registered entity. (Most granting agencies will not fund grants if part of the funds go to another entity such as the diocese. If grant money is not excluded congregations either need to find additional funds to pay assessment on the grant income or forego grant funds altogether.)

Resolution #4

Subject: Care of Creation and the Book of Common Prayer

Originator: Nancy Koonce

Resolved, that the 52nd Convention of the Diocese of Idaho, in keeping with the focus on care of creation (one of the three foci of Becoming a Beloved Community), recommend the following to the Task Force on Liturgical and Prayer Book Revision for possible consideration at the 80th General Convention of The Episcopal Church:

• All hard-copy versions of a revised Book of Common Prayer should be printed on sustainable, Idaho- sourced potato paper and printed with soy-based ink.

EXPLANATION

Not intended to be entirely farcical, this resolution has three main purposes:

First, Prayer Book revision was a relatively controversial topic at the last General Convention. I, personally, am of two minds about it. Doing a complete revision of the Book of Common Prayer would be very expensive to The Episcopal Church as a whole, but also to each parish that would need to replace the books in the pews. We are reminded that there are a number of other resources available already for use in common worship. However, the Book of Common Prayer is for the people, not just for clergy use. Should the people be required to acquire all the additional resources in order to have access to modern, inclusive language? As there are two members from the Diocese of Idaho who are serving on the Task Force on Liturgical and Prayer Book Revision, I believe it would be good to have an in-depth discussion about Prayer Book revision.

Second, we live in a diocese where we can enjoy the beauty of creation on a daily basis. Our access to hydro, wind, and solar power sources limit our reliance on fossil fuels for electricity. There is no question that we care about creation. As I write this resolution, the rain forests in the Amazon are burning, reducing significantly the number of plants and trees providing oxygen for the earth’s inhabitants. Should we cut down more trees to print books? Potato paper and soy-based ink may seem a bit self-serving coming from Idaho, but it is intended as simply a way to help us think outside the box.

Third, I am hopeful that this resolution will help the members of our parishes consider more serious resolutions. The 53rd Convention of the Diocese of Idaho, held in 2020, could consider and forward resolutions to the next General Convention of the Episcopal Church, held in Baltimore in 2021. What changes do you think The Episcopal Church should make? What stands on care of creation, racial reconciliation, inclusiveness, ecumenism, etc., do you think should be considered by the whole Episcopal Church? Is there some wrong that you think should be righted? Talk to the members of your parish and your clergy about these issues. Perhaps reach out to the past General Convention deputies for help. Consider writing a resolution to send to the next Diocesan Convention.

Nominations and Biographies of Those Standing for Election

Diocese of Idaho Nomination Form -- 2019 Convention

Nominee: The Rev. James C. Herndon Parish/City: St. Paul’s, Blackfoot

Position for Which Nominated: Standing Committee

Nominator: Dean Rich Demarest

Parish/Diocesan Experience:

Deacon over 30 years Former member of Standing Committee Former member of Diocesan Council Former Eastern Deanery Dean Former Camp Committee member Former Lay Reader Former Senior Warden Former Vestry Member at the Church of the Redeemer in Salmon, Idaho.

Secular Experience:

Retired Idaho District Judge Salmon business man Degrees from the University of Idaho in Business, Journalism, and Law A member of the Idaho Bar Association

What gifts does this person/do you bring to this position?

Administrative and legal skills, A great Love for Jesus Christ and the work we can do in his name for the betterment for the people in our Diocese, not only for our camp but in membership growth and outreach. Also, to assist our Bishop and congregation and to forth our Diocese mission to serve others in the days to come.

Diocese of Idaho Nomination Form -- 2019 Convention

Nominee: The Rev. Eileen O’Shea Parish/City: St. Stephen’s Boise

Position for Which Nominated: Diocesan Council, Clergy at Large

Nominator: self

Parish/Diocesan Experience: Choir Director Vestry Member Sunday School Teacher Young Adult Leader Hospitality Chair Diocesan Commission on Ministry Diocesan Paradise Point Committee Diocesan Council Paradise Point Chaplin Youth Group Leader General Convention Delegate: 2000 and 2003 Healing Ministry Retreat Leader Deacon, Holy Trinity Pocatello, Grace, Nampa, St. Stephen’s Boise Archdeacon, Diocese of Idaho

Secular Experience:

Teacher, Special Education Consulting Teacher, Special Education District Administrator, Special Education, 504, Federal Programs, Social Work, Nursing, Student and Community Services Adjunct Faculty Member, Idaho State University Adjunct Faculty Member, Northwest Nazarene University Board Member: Council for Exceptional Children (Idaho), Job Corp (Nampa)

What gifts does this person/do you bring to the position?

I love the Episcopal church. I am a cradle Episcopalian, having grown-up in the Diocese of Idaho since I was 6 years old. I have served on many committees and in several churches in the Diocese of Idaho. I grew up in St. Luke’s, Idaho Falls, raised my daughter at Trinity, Pocatello and now serve in the Western Deanery. I believe I bring the gifts of knowledge of the church in Idaho, experience working on boards and committees, administrative skills as well as a strong background in budgets. And as a deacon, I have a heart for service: serving the people of God and serving the church.

Diocese of Idaho Nomination Form -- 2019 Convention

Nominee: Patty Rowett-Matlock Parish/City: All Saints, Boise Position for Which Nominated: Lay, Diocesan Council Nominator: Al Borg-Borm, All Saints Parish/Diocesan Experience: - 2019 – present Senior Warden, All Saints Episcopal Church - 2013 -2019 Lay member Diocesan Standing Committee - 2017 – present Member of Idaho Episcopal Foundation Recognitions Committee - 2018-2019 Transition member for All Saints Priest Transition - 2018 Member of Ad Hoc committee concerning diocesan assessment canonical requirements (conducted national & diocesan canon research for 2018 convention presentation)

- 2017 – 2018 Member of Paradise Point Capital Campaign pledge drive - 2012-2018 Vestry Member, All Saints Episcopal Church - 1959 – 2012 Parishioner of St James Episcopal Church, Mountain Home; St Stephens Episcopal Church, Boise; All Souls Episcopal Church, Okinawa, Japan; Episcopal Chapel, Camp Pendleton, California; St Thomas Episcopal Church, Battle Creek, Michigan; St Pauls Episcopal Church, Yuma, Arizona

Secular Experience:

- 1997-present Litigation and Alternative Dispute Resolution Coordinator for Department of Interior, Bureau of Land Management, Idaho State Office

- 2010-present Advocacy Chairman (meeting with congressional members) advocating cancer research funds for Pancreatic Cancer Action Network

- 2015-present Volunteer with Leukemia & Lymphoma Society for cancer research funding of blood cancers

- 1995-present Certified Mediator for dispute resolution and have conducted mediations for Elmore County Juvenile Offender’s Office and federal agencies

- 1992-1997 Hearing Officer for civilian misconduct, US Marine Corps, Okinawa, Japan

- 1989-1992 Paralegal, US Marine Corps in Yuma, Arizona and Camp Pendleton, California

What gifts does this person/do you bring to the position?

Patty is well-organized and passionate about the work and presence of the Episcopal Church in Idaho and in the world. She is respected as a leader in our parish at All Saints in Boise, as well as in the diocese as an engaged member of the Standing Committee. Her background as a paralegal and knowledge of the canons will make her a great addition to the Diocesan Council.

I have worked closely with Patty as chair of the All Saints Search Team during our search and transition period. I appreciate her clear communication, ability to delegate tasks, and ability to structure meetings so all can be heard.

Patty Rowett-Matlock would be a great addition to diocesan council. She will take the time to educate herself on issues and listen to all sides of an issue before making informed decisions. I trust her to prayerfully consider issues set before the council and work hard for the people of the diocese to make sure we are living into our call to be the people of the Jesus movement.

16 Diocese of Idaho Nomination Form -- 2019 Convention

Nominee: Sue Bolen Parish/City: St. Michael’s Cathedral, Boise

Position for Which Nominated: Deputy to General Convention. 2021, Lay

Nominator: Sue Bolen

Parish/Diocesan Experience: Sunday school teacher 2 years Holy Nativity in Meridian Church School Dean for 2 years at Holy Nativity Lay Eucharistic Minister 20-+ years at St. Michael’s Lay Eucharistic Visitor. 20-+ years at St. Michael’s Pastoral Caregiver (formerly known as Lay Chaplain) 12+ years Coordinator for 2nd Saturday Senior Luncheon at St Michael’s for 10+ years Full time volunteer to 2015 General Convention in Salt Lake City, Utah Deputy to 2018 General Convention in Austin, Texas Completed 2-year training program at College for Congregational Development in 2019 Dean of the Southwest Deanery, beginning 3rd year

Secular Experience: Long time teacher of students with special needs Substitute teacher at Middle and High School In home care giver/ respite service Multiple years as a volunteer in many positions at the Morrison Center for Performing Arts

What gifts does this person bring to the position? I feel that I have a great capacity to work with a diverse group of individuals from a variety of backgrounds. I am a good listener and problem solver and seek to here all sides of an issue.

Person Making Nomination: Sue Bolen

17 Diocese of Idaho Nomination Form -- 2019 Convention

Nominee: Ron Braman Parish/City: Good Shepherd – Fort Hall Position for Which Nominated: General Convention 2021 - Lay Nominator: The Rev. Deacon Tammy Jones

Parish/Diocesan Experience: Presently Music Director at Good Shepherd Presently involved with the United Nations working on “The Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues.” Presently serves on the Episcopal Church Prayer Book Revision Task Force Has previously served as Sr. Warden, Jr. Warden, Treasurer and Youth Director at Shepherd Currently Co-Chair of Providence VIII Indigenous Ministries Previously served on the National Church E.Y.E. (Episcopal Youth Event) 2017 Planning Team Previously a participant in the Episcopal Young Adult Pilgrimage to Ferguson in Sept. 2015 Previously served on Standing Committee Previously served on Bishop Search Committee Served as Lay Deputy to General Convention 2015 and 2018

Secular Experience:

Past host & recent poetry presenter Rocky Mountain Writers Festival 2019 Traditional tribal artist: bead work, feather bustles, and shell dresses Fort Hall Deezekeena Club (Beadwork) Active in Fort Hall traditional lifeways Elderly Caregiver 2004, 2012-2017 Cleaning technician, Christiansen LLC 2005-2010 Bingham County Voting Helper 2012 Choral Director & Composer Lyric tenor vocalist, Chamber Choir & music study abroad Tribal singer

What gifts does this person bring to the position?

Ron is involved with racial justice and reconciliation, working with the Episcopal Church on Native American ministry. Ron is also involved with the Prayer Book Revision Task Force and Multi-cultural Prayerbook Creation. Ron has attended previous General Conventions and has the knowledge and gifts needed in a delegate. He is a trainer on the Doctrine of Discovery, as well as other issues affecting Native people. Furthermore, Ron is gifted at networking and bridge building across The Episcopal Church. Ron’s involvement with the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues in NYC proved to be an historic occasion this spring when Ron advocated for tribal people before the body. This was the first time the Episcopal Church was recognized on the floor following previous year’s attempts to make a statement.

18 Diocese of Idaho Nomination Form -- 2019 Convention

Nominee: Dean Hagerman Parish/City: All Saints, Boise Position for Which Nominated: Lay Deputy. 2021 General Convention Nominator: Al Borg-Borm

Parish/Diocesan Experience: Junior Warden St. Andrews, McCall (9 years) Lay Leader St. Andrews, McCall (8 years) Vestry member All Saints, Boise (6 years) Diocesan Council representative SW Deanery (6 years, Council VP for 4 years) Co-chair, Stewardship Committee All Saints, Boise (6 years) Pledge Campaign Chair All Saints, Boise (5 campaigns) Friendship Meal Committee All Saints, Boise (1 year) Chair, Parish Ministry Support (formerly Aided Parish) Coalition (3 years) Choir member All Saints, Boise (20 years)

-Member of the Executive Committee of the Idaho Episcopal Foundation -Former chair and currently member of the Recognition Committee of the Idaho Episcopal Foundation which is responsible for planning the Annual Bishop’s Banquet Diocesan Historian

Secular Experience: -39 years of military service (retired) -2 years employed with the Agency for New Americans -Founding member and board member of the Idaho National Guard Retiree Outreach Program since 2013 -Currently a graduate student at Boise State University

What gifts does this person/do you bring to the position? Dean looks for ways to serve and has willingly to taken on new roles when he sees a need. For example, Dean co-founded the All Saints Stewardship Committee six years ago. This committee also took responsibility for the Annual Pledge Campaign. Similarly, five years ago when approached about getting a summer service music program at All Saints, Dean started a summer folk group that has grown each year since it was established. He continues to organize and lead the summer music program at All Saints.

Dean seeks common ground and works for consensus when confronting difficult issues, while ensuring that contrary views are heard and explored before decisions are made. He is always looking for creative ways to engage the congregation in ministry. He is passionate about the Episcopal Church and our work preaching the Gospel to all people in our community and the world.

19 Diocese of Idaho Nomination Form -- 2019 Convention

Nominee: Nancy Wonderlich Koonce Parish/City: Ascension, Twin Falls Position for Which Nominated: Lay Deputy to General Convention 2021 Nominator: The Rev. Tammy Jones

Parish/Diocesan Experience: Deputy to General Convention 2015, 2012, 2018 Chair, Church Pension Fund Legislative Committee, 2018 Member, Joint Standing Committee on Program, Budget & Finance, 2018-Present Member, Assessment Review Committee, 2018-Present Member, Task Force on the Budget Process, 2018-Present Executive Council of the Episcopal Church, 2012-2018 Joint Audit Committee of the Executive Council and DFMS, 2012-2018 Member, Presiding Bishop Transition Committee, 2014-2015 Treasurer, Province VIII of the Episcopal Church, 2012-2018 Treasurer, Church of the Ascension, 2006-2012 Vestry, Church of the Ascension, 2004-2006, 2012-2014 Chairman – Stewardship Committee, Diocese of Idaho, 2007-2010 Idaho Episcopal Foundation President, 2009-2010 Board of Directors, 2007-2011, 2012-2018

Secular Experience:

Professional: Certified Public Accountant Masters, Business Administration Certified Valuation Analyst Certified Fraud Examiner Accredited, Business Valuations

Volunteer: Assistant Governor, Rotary Int’l District 5400 Past Pres., Rotary Club of Twin Falls Past Pres., Boise Chapter ACFE Director, Rising Stars Therapeutic Riding Center

What gifts does this person bring to the position?

Nancy brings a wealth of experience in leadership and financial matters. She has shown her commitment to the growth and well-being of The Episcopal Church through her involvement in various activities at parish, diocesan, provincial and national levels. Through her work on Executive Committee she is aware of the work being done and many of the issues that will come before the deputies to General Convention. Nancy attended General Convention in 2012, 2015 and 2018 as a Deputy and 2009 on her own. She was a member of the Governance and Structure Legislative Committee in 2015 and the Church Pension Fund Legislative Committee in 2012, and Chaired the Church Pension Fund Legislative Committee in 2018. She is very interested in the proceedings and understands the commitment it takes to be a deputy.

Diocese of Idaho Nomination Form – 2019 Convention

Nominee: Kirstin Nielsen Parish/City: All Saints, Boise Position for Which Nominated: General Convention Lay Deputy, 2021 Nominator: Patty Rowett-Matlock, All Saints Boise

Parish/Diocesan Experience: • Diocesan Administrator and Executive Assistant to the Bishop 2018 to present • Youth Director, All Saints Boise, 2013 to present • Vestry, All Saints Boise, 2000-02, 2004-05, 2013 to 2015 and Clerk 2014 to June 2019 • All Saints Search Team 2018 to 2019, Vestry Liaison • Deputy to General Convention from the Diocese of Idaho, 2003, 2006, 2015, and 2018 – Evangelism Legislative committee 2003 and 2006 • College for Congregational Development Year A, 2016 • Stewardship Committee, All Saints Boise, 2013 to present • Pledge Campaign Chair, All Saints Boise, 2014 and 2015 • Attended The Episcopal Network for Stewardship (TENS) annual conference, 2013 and 2014 • University of Maryland Campus Ministry Advisory Council, 2010-12 • Youth Director, St. Paul’s Rock Creek, Washington, DC, 2007-12 • Women of Rock Creek Parish, Washington, DC, 2009-12 • Vestry, St. Paul’s Rock Creek, Washington, DC, 2010-12 • Standing Commission for Domestic Mission & Evangelism, The Episcopal Church, 2003-9 • Paradise Point Camp Staff, 1999-2004

Secular Experience: • Whole Food Market, Specialty Department, Boise, 2013 to 2018, served as Chair for the Green Mission Team (environmental action committee) and appointed to the Safety Committee • Planning Committee for the Boise AIDS Walk 2015 to present • IDEA Public Charter School, Front Office Manager, Washington, DC, 2009-12 • AmidEast, Program Assistant for Advising and Testing, Washington, DC, 2008-9

What gifts does this person bring to the position? • Very strong organizational skills • Full understanding of Episcopal Constitution and Canons and their applicability • Very active participant and experienced in the General Convention legislative process • Understands the value and applicability of young adult ministry • Actively shares and researches Episcopal history and tradition with a vision of the future applications of such • Is strongly passionate in all lay activities of the local and greater Episcopal church • Brings a valuable, vocal and balanced perspective in relation to the under-represented younger lay members of the Episcopal church

Diocese of Idaho Nomination Form -- 2019 Convention

Nominee: Betsy Wiesmore Parish/City: Church of the Ascension, Twin Falls Position for Which Nominated: Lay Deputy Nominator: self

Parish/Diocesan Experience: Diocesan Council – current Vice President Province VIII – bookkeeper Province VIII – current treasurer Treasurer – current Ascension Sr Warden & vestry member – Ascension College for Congregational development – 1 yr

Sr & Jr Warden – St Francis of Assisi – Oregon Personnel Committee – chair – St Francis Of Assisi

Secular Experience: Habitat for Humanity – board member & vice president National Ski Patrol - member Magic Mountain Ski Patrol – secretary / treasurer BCTGM Union – bookkeeper TOOOL Organization – bookkeeper Horticulturist - career

What gifts does this person/do you bring to the position?

Since volunteering at the General Convention held in Salt Lake City, I have had a desire to be a lay deputy at General Convention. To learn the bigger picture concerning all issues pertaining to the church not just at parish or diocese levels. I believe I can study the issues and make decisions that will reflect the Diocese of Idaho.

If elected, I will devote my time and energy representing Idaho and to the work of the Convention.

23 Diocese of Idaho Nomination Form -- 2019 Convention

Nominee: The Rev. Michael A. Case Parish/City: Holy Nativity, Meridian Position for Which Nominated: Clergy Deputy to General Convention 2021 Nominator: The Rev. Lauren Schoeck

Parish/Diocesan Experience: • Priest-in-Charge at Holy Nativity, Meridian – November 2016 to present • Chair Diocesan Liturgy Committee 2018 & 2019 • Training development team/presenter Deanery Days 2018 • Facilitator/trainer for Diocesan Convention breakout sessions 2017 & 2018 • College for Congregational Development graduate 2017 • Assigned twice-monthly supply at St. David’s, Caldwell – May-December 2015 • Living Stones Team 2014 and 2015 • Diocesan Liturgy Committee Member 2013 • Diocesan Convention Delegate 2012 • Safeguarding and Adult Sexual Exploitation training 2011-present • Safeguarding Children’s Sexual Abuse Prevention Train-the-Trainer 2011-present • Adult Sexual Exploitation training developer • Sexual Ethics Policy revision team 2010/2011 • Music Director, All Saints 2006 – 2013

Secular Experience: • Program Manager, Idaho Medicaid Central Office (policy oversight for all bureaus / all waiver programs) September 2019 - Present • Program Manager, Idaho Medicaid Central Office Bureau of Developmental Disability Services (supervising policy analyst/development staff, State rule/statute analysis and development, audits, appeals, budget allocation, resource development and allocation, etc.) July 2016-Present • Health Facility Surveyor (policy/procedure & operations analyst for service delivery in health care settings, and program trainer for new survey staff) 2006-2016 • Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional (program oversight for Developmental Disability services) 1999 – 2006 • Child Protection/Children’s Mental Health Professional 1992 - 1999 • Licensed Social Worker with background in Developmental Disabilities, Child Protection, Child & Adult Mental Health, and Juvenile Corrections

What gifts does this person/do you bring to the position? Michael’s experience, both within and outside the church, has allowed the development of gifts and skills working with people in a variety of systems. He has experience facilitating various types of groups and experience reframing ideas and concepts for group discussion. Additionally, he has experience evaluating, developing, and implementing polices and procedures in various settings, and working with various

24 resource allocation methodologies. He has the ability to listen and be present so others feel heard and respected. Michael has worked extensively with those marginalized by society across multiple settings to improve development and access to resources, and to improve quality of life. Michael uses his gifts, both within and outside the church, to seek and serve Christ in all people.

25 Diocese of Idaho Nomination Form -- 2019 Convention

Nominee: The Rev. Deacon Tammy Jones Parish/City: St. Matthew’s - Rupert

Position for Which Nominated: General Convention 2021 - clergy

Nominator: The Rev. Rand Fagg, St. Matthews-Rupert

Parish/Diocesan Experience: • Previously served on Diocesan Commission on Ministry • Previously served as Living Stones Coordinator • Previously attended General Convention 2009 and 2018 • Currently involved as Facilitator with Preaching Practicum • Currently preach and lead services once a month at Good Shepherd - Fort Hall • Currently serves as Deacon at St. Matthews - Rupert

Secular Experience:

• Works as a legal assistant for the Law Firm of Goodman Law Office (28 years) • Serves on the Rupert City Council (since 2012)

What gifts does this person bring to the position?

• Has previously attended two General Conventions and brings experience to the gathering. • Compassionate • Personable • Good listener

Person Making Nomination: The Rev. Rand Fagg, St. Matthews-Rupert

26 Diocese of Idaho Nomination Form -- 2019 Convention

Nominee: The Rev. Lauren Schoeck Parish/City: Ascension/Twin Falls Position for Which Nominated: Deputy to General Convention, Clergy Nominator: The Rev. Robert Schoeck

Parish/Diocesan Experience: • Co-Rector – Church of the Ascension, Twin Falls, ID (2018 – present) • Interim Priest – St. Luke’s, Idaho Falls, ID (2019) • Transition Consultant – St. Luke’s, Idaho Falls, ID (2019 – present) • Family Leave Task Force – General Convention Interim Body – (2019 - present) • Diocesan Council – Diocese of Idaho (2018 – present) • Associate for Congregational Care – Saint James, Lancaster, PA (2014 - 2018) • Interim Transition Officer – Diocese of Central PA (2016) • Associate for Children, Youth, & Families – All Saints, Phoenix, AZ (2012 - 2014) • Young Adult Representative – Young Adult Conference at General Convention (2009, 2012)

Secular Experience: • Volunteer – Children’s Museum of the Magic Valley • Student Teacher – First grade teacher • Shift Manager – Build-a-Bear Workshop

What gifts does this person/do you bring to the position? Rev. Lauren brings an open heart and mind to every commitment she makes. She is a collaborative leader, seeking to find the common ground from which to build community. She is passionate about her call to serving others, and loves General Convention because it brings the whole church together to discern and implement the mission of God. If elected, she will faithfully represent the Diocese of Idaho and plunge herself wholly into the work of the Convention.

27 Diocese of Idaho Nomination Form -- 2019 Convention

Nominee: The Rev. Canon Emily Van Hise Parish/City: St. Michael’s Cathedral, Boise Position for Which Nominated: 2021 General Convention Deputy, Diocese of Idaho Nominator: Emily Van Hise

Parish/Diocesan Experience: Emily is a life-long Episcopalian and a priest in the Diocese of Idaho. Before ordination Emily worked with the Episcopal Church Office of Ministry in Higher Education and as a Peer Minister and Board Member of the Episcopal Chaplaincy at Columbia University. While studying at Union Theological Seminary Emily worked at the Diocesan Archives (Diocese of New York) and interned at St. Bartholomew’s Church in NYC. Emily served two parishes, one in New York (Nyack) and one in Connecticut (Westport), before coming to Idaho to join the staff of St. Michael’s as Canon Pastor. Emily serves on the Commission on Ministry in the Diocese of Idaho. She attended her first General Convention as Deputy from the Diocese of Idaho in Austin, TX in 2018.

Secular Experience:

Emily majored in Urban Studies and Environmental Science at Barnard College. After receiving her B.A., Emily served as a housing services coordinator for Section 8 clients and as an intake officer for homeless clients at the St. Joseph’s Center, a social service agency in Venice Beach, CA (Los Angeles).

What gifts does this person/do you bring to the position?

Emily brings a passion for the people of the Church, an understanding of, respect for and excitement in the liturgy and worship of the Church and knowledge of the history of our denomination and Christian History. Emily is passionate about making connections between local parishes and the communities in which they exist. She is committed to the inclusion of all the people of God, is a great listener and an advocate for the people she serves – the amazing Episcopal Diocese of Idaho!

28 Reports to Convention

Church Transition Ministry

Transition Ministry Report to Convention, 2019 Transition Ministry work with parishes occurs whenever there is a change in clergy leadership—regardless of the size of the parish. Each parish in transition learns the way of life in transition, and uses either all or parts of the Transition Manual, depending on the size of the congregation and the clergy leadership being sought. The work of transition in Idaho supports and strengthens lay leadership, while encouraging parishes to move toward continued health in their relationships with clergy leaders. In our diocese, we are creative when considering our models for clergy leadership, using six different approaches: supply clergy, community clergy, regional clergy, clergy leader, priest-in-charge, and rector—depending on the size and context of the congregation. The work of transition also involves work in congregational development and leadership development. It allows for transition teams and the consultant to pause where needed in order to address an area of congregational life that may require attention, re-working, or strengthening. Parishes currently in transition are: St. Michael’s Cathedral, Boise; St. Luke’s, Idaho Falls; Trinity, Pocatello; St. Thomas, Sun Valley; Redeemer, Salmon. Transitions completed: All Saint’s, Boise called their Rector, the Rev. Joseph Farnes, who began in June. St. Paul’s, Blackfoot; Epiphany, Arco; and Good Shepherd, Fort Hall are ably served by Regional Clergy, the Rev. Haydie LeCorbeiller. As I leave this ministry with you, The Rev. Lauren Schoeck will serve as Canon for Transition Ministry for the Diocese of Idaho. She will network with colleagues in transition ministry and other resources to continue to strengthen clergy leadership in the diocese. Lauren will be using the Transition Manual created for the diocese, and she will modify it as the needs of the diocese progress. Thank you to all who have participated in transition processes in these past years. You have done excellent work!

Canon Lucinda Ashby

Commission on Ministry

Greetings! The members of the COM are nominated by the Bishop and confirmed by majority vote of the annual Convention. The 2019 members of the COM were: The Rev. Ken Brannon (Chair), Jim Eaton, the Rev. Canon Emily Van Hise, Helen Morgus, the Rev. Paul Walsh, Alicia “Al” Borg-Borm, and the Rev. Larry Speir. Kirstin Nielsen served as Clerk and Diocesan Staff Liaison. One member found it necessary to resign their position on the COM early in the year.

The COM would like to offer thanks and praise to the Rev. Paul Walsh and Helen Morgus for their service and ministry to the diocese as members of the COM. They are stepping down after two terms with the committee. Additionally, Rev. Brannon accepted a call in Dallas, Texas this summer. The COM is grateful for his leadership, organization, and commitment to further the ministry of all the baptized. He mediated thoughtful and passionate discussion during meetings and reminded us ever to keep our hearts in prayer and our thoughts on how God calls us all to best serve the Children of His creation. Al Borg-Borm began serving as the Chair in September 2019.

The Commission on Ministry met four times in 2019: • January 19th at All Saints, Boise • April 13th at Trinity, Pocatello • June 8th at Paradise Point, McCall • September 14th at Ascension, Twin Falls

The Commission on Ministry made the following recommendations to the Bishop this year:

Postulancy Nancy Koonce, Ascension, Twin Falls

Candidacy Angela Lerena, Grace, Nampa

Ordination to the Transitional Diaconate Angela Lerena, Grace, Nampa

Ordination to the Priesthood Haydie LeCorbeiller, Trinity, Pocatello Brandon Wickstrom, Grace, Nampa Wayne Hedberg Schmidt, St. Thomas, Sun Valley

The COM continues to support the work of the High Desert School of Ministry (HDSM) and its students, in partnership with the Diocese of Eastern Oregon. We look forward to hearing about the classes and students, as the second cohort of students has begun in September 2019. We wish to extend our thanks to the departing Dean of HDSM, the Rev. Canon Lucinda Ashby, and wish her joy and fulfilling ministry as she accepts the call to be the next Bishop of the Diocese of El Camino Real. We also welcomed the Rev. Holladay Sanderson, retired rector of All Saints, Boise who now resides in Coeur d’Alene; who will be the next Dean of HDSM. God is good!

Chaired, but not collared, -Al Borg-Borm

Congregational Vitality

Congregational Vitality Report to Convention, 2019. The intentional work of Congregational Vitality is that of building up leaders and strengthening parishes, communities and the diocese as a whole. Our three Deans, Sue Bolen, Mary Flaschner, and Anne LoPiccalo, continue to travel their deaneries, supporting parishes with their presence and encouraging areas of needed development. Each of the deans has her own approach to this ministry, focusing on hospitality, seeking forward momentum, and Asset Mapping. The Deans can be helpful in facilitating discussions or aspects of congregational processes in parishes. This year, the Diocese of Idaho sent these people to the College for Congregational Development in Spokane: The Rev. Lauren Schoeck, the Rev. Bev Lugo, Dean Sue Bolen, and Paula Dodd. CCD offers to its attendees (both lay and ordained) tools for working with small groups, vestries, and parishes to help

30 observe and encourage healthy leadership in congregations. We now have fifteen graduates of the College, who have the tools and experience to lead workshops and facilitate program pieces at convention or deanery events. Deacon Tammy Jones leads the Preaching Practicum, with new and returning faculty members. This retreat is a major formation piece for our lay preachers and those newly ordained who went through local formation. There are currently sixteen faculty members who are able to serve on a team and also help with mentoring those who are new to preaching. The faculty that equip our preachers are a combination of lay preachers, deacons, community priests, and rectors. The yearly practicum has a theme and provides large group interaction and discussion, small group preaching and feedback, and a general time of connection and encouragement. Those who complete two years of the Preaching Practicum may receive a two-year license to preach, which may be renewable upon attending another weekend. Our Worship Leader trainers, The Rev. Blake Coats, Stephanie Crumrine, Nancy Koonce, and The Rev. Haydie LeCorbeiller, have reworked the Worship Leader training curriculum so that there are now two levels: Basic Worship Leader, and Experienced Worship Leader. Trainers hold regional trainings in each deanery in order to help Worship Leaders to explore, learn, and keep their licensing current. Worship Leaders are licensed to serve in their parishes. Mutual Ministry Review is a part of a cycle of healthy feedback in all of our churches. Our diocese has options in place designed to accommodate the needs of our smaller and our larger parishes. It is expected and noted in the clergy Letters of Agreement, lay and ordained leaders of a parish will undergo Mutual Ministry Reviews on a 3-year cycle, beginning at the end of the first year of ministry together.

Canon Lucinda

Diocesan Council

Diocesan Council is responsible for conducting the business of the Diocese committed to it by Convention and the Bishop. Council is the program and planning body of the diocese between Conventions. Council has the fiduciary responsibilities that include approval and presentation of the annual budget to Convention and year-round oversight of the Diocesan finances. Council also has an important role in the formation of Diocesan policy.

The Diocesan Council meets four times a year with Bishop Brian Thom serving as President of Council. Meetings in 2019 were held at All saints, Boise in January; Trinity Church, Pocatello in April; Paradise Point Camp, McCall in June; and The Church of the Ascension, Twin Falls in September.

Here are some highlights for 2019: Human Resources Committee: The Human Resources Committee continues to revise the Diocesan Employee Manual adding information to provide an updated document covering such things as family leave, requirements for Safeguarding God’s People, Grievances and Disciplinary policy & procedures, travel policies, full time & part time status and benefits. Council is reviewing the Manual as it is revised.

The Assessment Canon Discussion: The discussion has continued regarding who has seat, voice, and vote at the Diocesan Convention in order to find a balance between inclusion of all members of the diocese at Diocesan Convention and ensuring that all congregations recognize and comply with Diocesan Canons. The

31 current canons do not allow lay delegates from parishes in arrears to have seat, voice, or vote at convention. Council will present a resolution for Canonical change to address this issue.

On-going Pastoral Response to Assessments in Arrears: The Treasurer continues to spend time with parishes educating about accurate financial reporting and assessable income. As part of the work of the Council, we are reminded that more education is needed about: Resources and benefits provided by parish assessments—the work of the diocese. The General Church Asking and our relationship to the Episcopal Church with outreach and mission.

Paradise Point – Conservation Easement - Diocesan Council along with the Standing Committee and the Paradise Point Committee continues to evaluate securing the future of the camp property through a conservation easement.

Current Members of Council: Torene Bonner (St Michael’s, Boise); Gladys Clymens (Holy Nativity, Meridian); Chris Cole Clegg (Holy Trinity, Pocatello); Denny Fields (St Luke’s, Weiser); Dean Hagerman (All Saints, Boise); Misty Martinell (St. Luke’s, Idaho Falls); The Rev. Eileen O’Shea (St. Stephen’s, Boise); The Rev. Lauren Schoeck (Ascension, Twin Falls); Rev. Susan Speir (St James, Mountain Home) and Betsy Wiesmore (Ascension, Twin Falls). Deans Mary Flaschner (WESTERN - St. David’s, Caldwell), Sue Bolen (SOUTHWESTERN - St. Michael’s, Boise); and Anne LoPiccalo; (EASTERN - Trinity, Pocatello) attend meetings with seat and voice, but no vote. Other regular attendees are Bishop Brian Thom, Canon Lucinda Ashby, and Barb Rudin, Treasurer.

Respectfully submitted by Betsy Wiesmore, Council Vice President

High Desert School for Ministry

HDSM completed its first year in August. HDSM is the partnership between the Dioceses of Idaho and Eastern Oregon, that forms, educates, and trains our clergy for ordained ministry. A local formation program, it is intended for vast, rural dioceses like ours, where not all on ordination track are able to attend a far-away seminary. The High Desert School for Ministry is based on these three pillars: Worship, Community, and Formation. The weekend has a retreat-type of feeling to it, where the day is guided by the cycle of worship (led by students). Worship grounds and surrounds all the other activities of the weekend. The experience of Community is essential to our students, as they are both formed by and will serve in communities. How each student learns about themselves and about others is by bumping up against each other as they live and learn in close quarters. The Community is a safe place where students encounter themselves and are free to explore their own connections to the world around us and the world of our past. Formation is key: it is comprised of knowledge, reflection and exploration. Formation is where heart and mind meet to connect our whole selves to scripture, tradition and reason. This exploration of God throughout history and God in their own lives is crucial to how students will continue in their lives as church leaders. Students say that HDSM is their “cocoon”—a place where they can explore in safety and test thoughts and ideas they may not feel free to express anywhere else. In order to make this all work, HDSM uses the “flipped classroom” model. In this model, students complete all of their work outside of the weekend, so that during the weekend, they can integrate the

32 material they have studied with their lives and practical experiences. Rather than a lecturer, the Dean/Mentor is a facilitator of discussion, allowing for students to explore and test ideas together. In July, I had the pleasure of attending the Iona Collaborative meeting and presenter our model and way of life at the High Desert School for Ministry. With me was the Rev. Holladay Sanderson, who will serve as the new Dean for HDSM. It is with gratitude that I leave this on-going opportunity to you.

Canon Lucinda

Idaho Episcopal Foundation (Please see the Folder at Convention)

Paradise Point Summer Camp Executive Director Report to 2019 Diocesan Convention

Administration • Registration – Registration for the 2019 season opened on December 1st (November 1st for 2018 waitlist) o Registrations: 832 (To Date 2018: 668) o Sales: $264,486 (To Date 2018: $226,412) o 2020 Registration opened on October 1, 2019 • Guest Groups o 2019 . Reunions: July 1-5 and August 5-8 . Retreats: August 12-15, August 21-23. August 23-25, August 26-28, and August 28-30 September 5-6 and September 7-8 . Weddings: July 5-7, august 16-19, and September 13-25 o 2020 . Reunions: August 3-6, August 9-13, and August 13-18 . Retreats: August 19-21, August 21-23, and August 24-26 . Weddings: August 26-30, September 7-10, September 10-11, September 11-13, and September 25-27. • Program o Primary increase in registrations is a result of the Day Camp addition with 370 individual registrations and an average of 10.5 campers per day. A pontoon boat was purchased to provide transportation from the McCall Marina to Paradise Point in the beginning and end of day. o New additions include a Bubble Balls, Gaga Ball Pit, Sling Shot Range, Giant Jenga, Hook and Ring Toss, Giant Dice, Ukuleles, and three Wibit sections. o The Leadership Development Program (Leader in Training, Staff in Training, and Junior Staff) continues to thrive. Adjustments made for 2020 will allow for increased participation of 13 year olds in the Leader in Training (LIT) Program. A new Mentor in Action program will be

33 offered for 15 year olds and provides a one week program to put into practice the leadership skills developed in the LIT Program. o AUTUMNAL Camp (LGBTQIA+ Family Camp pilot program) will be offered in 2020, developed and staffed in partnership with outside resources. Please see the website and brochure for more information.

Tomorrow’s Paradise Point Capital Campaign and Facility Development • Facility Development o Projected completion of the Director’s Residence and Hospitality House is set for mid-late October. o Blessing and Open House held on October 19, 2019. o Maintenance Facility site preparation and foundation to begin in late September, with construction to be completed throughout the winter to avoid program disruption. o Steps leading to the Chapel of the Holy Spirit received a major renovation. o Overhead power lines, Zip Line, King Lodge deck, and the Yurt all experienced major winter damage. • Capital Campaign o Pledges To Date: $941,247 o Congregational Appeal . Trainings have been offered and scheduled, appeal will run throughout 2019 and early 2020. . Vestry Visits are still in process. . As of October 1, 2019, 12 congregations have not responded to the Vestry Visit Request. . St. James – Payette, St. Luke’s – Idaho Falls, St. Luke’s – Weiser, and St. Stephen’s – Boise have completed their Congregational Campaign. Thank you! . Supplemental Parish Leader training offered via an online training for those that missed the trainings in 2018. o Major Gifts Appeal – still in progress o Alumni Appeal – to begin in 2020

Paradise Point Committee (Please see the Folder at Convention)

Sexual Ethics and Safeguarding

This year the Committee on Sexual Ethics has held two days of training for the clergy in the diocese. This training included morning sessions on Safeguarding God’s Children, and afternoon sessions on Adult Sexual Abuse Prevention. We are grateful for the time the Bishop and clergy gave to this most important aspect of our communal life.

Currently the Diocesan Trainers for Safeguarding God’s Children are Michael Case, Marty Beck, and Lauren

34 Schoeck. Trainings can be arranged by contacting the Diocesan office or The Rev. Lauren Schoeck. Currently we only have one trainer for the Adult Sexual Abuse Prevention Training. Training for this portion can be arranged by contacting the Diocesan office or The Rev. Michael Case. We are looking to add more trainers in 2020 to allow for regional trainings to happen more regularly.

I would like to reiterate the following information that we place in each annual report. “Our diocesan policy requires that vestries and all those who work with children in many capacities be trained. If you have any questions about the diocesan policy, please do not hesitate to contact Lauren Schoeck or Michael Case. Trainings can be arranged in your congregation or region!

If training is not available to fill an immediate need, Safeguarding Online is alive and functioning well. A variety of modules are available for our formation. It is easy to access on the diocesan web page and each module takes 30 minutes to complete. Per diocesan policy, online training is only a placeholder until in- person training can be accessed.

I would encourage every congregation to have key people first take Safeguarding Online and then take the required in-person training. Our diocesan policies, available online, denote who must be trained. The online training takes a total of 2 hours. The in-person training takes a total of four hours and offers the opportunity for discussion. It is required by policy for many members of our congregations, beginning with our Vestry members.

Safeguarding our children and all the people of God is a ministry we all share.

Respectfully submitted,

The Rev. Lauren Schoeck, Chair Committee on Sexual Ethics

Standing Committee (Please see the Folder at Convention)

Eastern Deanery

The Eastern Deanery of the Episcopal Diocese of Idaho comprises these distinctive parishes: St. John’s, American Falls, ID; Trinity, Pocatello, ID; Church of the Good Shepherd, Fort Hall, St. Paul’s, Blackfoot, ID; St. Luke’s, Idaho Falls, ID; Church of the Epiphany, Arco, ID; Church of the Redeemer, Salmon, ID; and St. Francis, Alta, WY.

I have been visiting the parishes in the deanery and talking with parishioners. I try to answer their questions or find answers for them, serving as a conduit between the Bishop, the Canon, and the Diocesan Staff.

Since becoming a dean, a goal of mine has been to promote Paradise Point. Attendance at Paradise Point has increased every year, with a waiting list, no less (!) but there are still children in the Eastern Deanery who could attend but do not, due mostly to family financial situations. I am working with parishes to obtain the funds needed for these kids to attend. I am also still involved with Episcopal Asset Map and serve as the diocesan contact. I have been encouraging parishes to complete their Disaster Plans so that I can post that information with their parish reports.

Anne LoPiccalo

Dean of the Eastern Deanery Diocese of Idaho

Southwest Deanery

The parishes in my Deanery have been very busy dealing with transition. This time last year, Holiday Sanderson retired from All Saints in Boise. Since then the parishioners have given tirelessly of their time, talent and treasure to not only call a new rector, Fr. Joseph Farnes, but to also completely restore and refurbish the rectory, that had been used for many years as a preschool, in to a warm inviting home for Fr. Joseph. Fr. Joseph served his first service on June 9, baptizing 2 siblings and helping celebrate the 70th anniversary of All Saints opening its doors on Latah. He has been an absolutely delightful addition to our Idaho Diocese family.

St. James in Mt. Home also now has a priest twice a month. Fr. Larry Spier is serving on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of the month. He has received a warm reception and is looking forward to community building in Mt. Home.

Holy Nativity continue strong with their various worship and outreach services. Holy Nativity’s Friendship Meal is consistently well attended and they continue with their collaboration with both the Meridian Public Library as well as the Idaho Food Bank, providing for those in need beyond providing a meal.

St. Stephen’s continues to serve the pastoral needs of those on the Bench. On November 2 they hosted a woman’s retreat. They partner with other churches in the area to provide meals once a month to a homeless shelter.

St. Michael’s Cathedral has had three major upheavals in the recent months. Longtime Youth Director Bill Wallace resigned after more than 10 years in the position and will be difficult to replace. Not too long after that, the Director of Children’s formation, Gary Hicks, passed away from a sudden heart attack. Both of these men gave tirelessly to the children and young adults of St. Michael’s and have left very big shoes to fill.

Last, but far from least, Dean Rich Demarest announced his retirement, effective November 1 of this year. Rich has been at St. Michael’s for 21 ½ years, making him the longest serving Dean in the history of

36 the Cathedral. His talents and expertise will be sorely missed and we all wish him well in the next chapter of his life. A retirement party is scheduled for Friday, November 22nd at 6:00 pm at the Riverside Hotel.

Submitted by Sue Bolen, Dean Southwest Deanery

Western Deanery

This year our Deanery saw the closing of St. James’ Payette. There was a wonderful service and party to bring it to a close. Their remaining members have found new parishes to adopt as their own. St. David’s has had a facelift with a new roof, gutters, and trim paint. The congregation has just celebrated the completion of the stained-glass windows restoration. There are 15 in the church, and this project has taken many years to complete. The windows were installed in the original church in 1896, and moved to the present building in the 1950’s. St. Mary’s celebrated the ordination of their priest, Rev. Bev Lugo, at the end of 2018. She has been warmly welcomed by all in the Deanery. Our parishes are big boosters of Paradise Point Camp and the conservation easement information meeting was very well attended. Limitless outreach continues with Western Deanery parishes. Giving to their communities is a way of life for all six. Please visit our parishes when you are in the area. You will be warmly welcomed.

Mary Flaschner, Dean