Diocesan Nominating Committee

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1 The Report of the Diocesan Nominating Committee to the 107 th Annual Diocesan Council to be held February 17-19, 2011 San Marcos, Texas

2 Nominees for Council 2011 Executive Board Two clergy and four laypersons are to be elected for threeyear terms. Retiring incumbents, Mr. Robert Browning, Mrs. Kelley Kimble, Mr. Curt Mowen, Mr. Garry Schnelzer, and the Rev. Paul Frey are ineligible. Description of duties: The Executive Board is required to meet two times a year, but usually meets more often. The board functions in a way similar to a parish vestry, including preparing the diocesan budget and submitting it to council for approval. The Executive Board appoints several committees, including the Finance Department and the Nominating Committee. The Executive Board approves the designations regarding the World Mission funding opportunities (line 1b). Members of the Executive Board serve as liaisons to the various departments and commissions of the diocese. A knowledge of (and experience in) ministries representing the breadth of the diocese is an asset to persons who serve on the Executive Board. At the same time, a willingness to engage diocesan ministry and learn of the breadth of the diocese is the most basic requirement for service on the Executive Board. Clergy The Rev. Bill Allport: St. Helena s, Boerne Qualifications: New perspective, deep ties to Diocese of WTX, passion for teachings of Christ, innovative and creative thinker, theologian Local Church Activities: Rector Diocesan Activities: Formerly on Bishop s Advisory Committee in Diocese of Hawaii; Executive Board, Diocese of Hawaii Nominated by: Clergy colleagues The Rev. Philip Cunningham: St. Margaret s, Qualifications: Well rounded with a diverse background and strong faith who would give an excellent perspective Nominated by: Mike Gibson The Rev. Kevin Dellaria: St. Andrew s, Seguin Qualifications: Served congregations spanning three different dioceses (Northwest Texas, Texas, and West Texas); committed to the unity and strengthening of The Episcopal Church and the Anglican Communion; rector of a parish active in mission to Central America Local Church Activities: Rector at St. Andrew s, coordinator of Financial Peace University Diocesan Activities: Chair: Diocesan Nominating Committee for Council, 2011; Diocesan Insurance Committee; Anglican Covenant discussion group for Clergy Day 2010; Honduras missions The Rev. Scott Penrod: Trinity, Pharr Qualifications: I have served as a leader of a variety of Diocese of WTX ministries for 20+ years. Local Church Activities: Rector at Trinity, Rio Grande Valley Good Samaritan Community Services Advisory Board, Pharr Community Outreach Project Executive Board Diocesan Activities: Past: Youth Commission Chairman, Spiritual Director for Happening, Evangelism Department, Compensation Committee, Lay Rector for Cursillo. Current: Member of Mustang Island Program Committee, Member of Advisory Board Rio Grande Valley Good Samaritan Community Services Nominated by: Kim Dozier The Rev. Charles Sharrow: St. Paul s, Brownsville Qualifications: Cross-cultural ministry experience for more than twenty years. I speak fluent Spanish and can minister both in Spanish and English. I also believe I have the gift of spiritual discernment for making decisions as well as a life based on a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and a life of prayer and the practice of spiritual disciplines. Local Church Activities: I am currently the Vicar of St. Paul s Episcopal Mission in Brownsville. I preach in Spanish every Sunday and function as the primary teacher and spiritual director of my congregation. Diocesan Activities: Diocesan Evangelism Committee, Continuing Ed Committee, TMI Trustee, SOMA missionary to Argentina 1999, SOMA missionary to India October 2009, chaplain at Camp Capers, Mustang Island Family 2

3 Camp chaplain, Happening Spiritual Director, Cursillo Asst. Spiritual Director, Honduras medical mission chaplain Nominated by: Joy Herrera The Rev. Patrick Soule: St. Andrew s, Corpus Christi Qualifications: Passion for being involved in the life of the wider church Local Church Activities: Vicar of St. Andrew s Diocesan Activities: Asst. Spiritual Director, Cursillo #248; Spiritual Director, Cursillo #255 Nominated by: Bishop s Committee Lay Susan Alwais: St. George, Qualifications: Administration, leadership, discernment Local Church Activities: Currently serving as treasurer (third year), vestry (first year), Daughters of the King Vice President, choir, past council delegate Diocesan Activities: Cursillo team #252 Dustin Barrows: St. Stephen s, San Antonio Qualifications: Has a strong desire for ministry in the diocese. Has a good understanding of diocesan ministries through experience. Has a deep committed relationship with Jesus Christ as our Lord and Savior. Has a willingness to serve the diocese and the people in it. Local Church Activities: Vestry, Jr. Warden; lay reader; council delegate/alternate; stewardship chairperson; acolyte; and Eucharistic Minister Diocesan Activities: Diocesan Information and Technology Committee, Diocesan Ecological Stewardship Committee, Happening adult resource, Camp Capers summer staff, Bishop s Youth Action council, and diocesan council technology Nominated by: Fr. Omar Pitman, rector Gary Chatham: All Saints, Corpus Christi Qualifications: Over 40 years involvement in mission and ministry in the Diocese of WTX, major event planning and execution, deep faith and commitment to inclusivity and hospitality, extensive experience in church operations at parish, diocesan, and national levels Local Church Activities: Lay Eucharist Minister, Senior Warden on Vestry, council delegate, Strategic Planning chair, EFM graduate, Hospitality Committee, co-coordinator and design team chair of LifeStreams (Rite II service), music leader, Christian Ed chair Diocesan Activities: Diocesan refugee coordinator; founder of CARMN (Central American Refugee Ministry Network), a national church project; co-founder Episcopal Youth for Social Action; team member for Cursillo, Happening, and Vocare Nominated by: The Rev. Sandy Casey-Martus and Alan Johnson, Senior Warden Kimerly Dozier: Trinity, Pharr Qualifications: Kim has served as Jr. Warden, served on the United Way Board of Tarrant County, and worked for 25 years in accounting and payroll. Local Church Activities: Council delegate, Christian Ed Director, Daughters of the King, LEM, worship leader, and catechist Nominated by: The Rev. Scott Penrod Betty Jo Elder: Trinity, Pharr Local Church Activities: I have been an involved member of Trinity Church since After becoming a member of Trinity, I have taught Bibles study, Sunday school, and served on the Christian Ed committee. I have served on our Vestry for two terms and one year as Senior Warden. I am also a member of the Altar Guild, Community of Hope, and Vice President of the Daughters of the King. I serve on the Sunday morning breakfast committee, the Saint Michael s meal guild, and I deliver meals for the senior citizens of Victoria. I am an usher and serve on the front door gift ministry. Diocesan Activities: In the past I have served on the Diocesan Executive Board for two terms. Delegate to Triennial, deputy to General Convention Nominated by: Father Kevin Dellaria Carrie Guerra: St. John s, McAllen Qualifications: She is a bright woman who has a heart for God loves the church and is delighted in the exercise of her ministries. Local Church Activities: Christian Education, Lay Eucharistic Minister, council delegate, church school chapel leader, children s church coordinator, local and other mission activities Diocesan Activities: Trainer for Safeguarding God s Children, Happening board member, teacher at Camp Capers, 3

4 other diocesan youth events Rodney J. Hart: St. Mark s, Corpus Christi Qualifications: Professional engineer, banking and finance background, independent businessman for 25+ years, Board of Managers, Nueces County Hospital District Local Church Activities: Current Senior Warden, past Junior Warden, lay reader, LEM, search committee for rector, numerous terms on the Vestry, council delegate Nominated by: The Rev. John Hardie Mike Horridge: St. Thomas, Qualifications: Mike brings a strong commitment to the Episcopal Church and to the mission and ministry of the Diocese of WTX. His activities at St. Thomas and DWTX include both leadership and service ministries. Local Church Activities: St. Thomas Vestry, two terms as Senior Warden; chair of Greeter Ministry; member of choir; co-chair for Faith Alive programs; chair for stewardship; co-chair of capital funds drive; Vestry representative to St. Thomas School; council delegate 15 years; member of rector and music director search committees; chair of / Lay Compensation-Policy/Procedures Committee; chair of Long-Term Visioning Task Force; co-chair of adult retreat programs; member of men s Bible study program; volunteer for Habitat for Humanity Diocesan Activities: Elected member of the Board of Directors of Morningside Ministries for six years, past member of Executive Board, appointed Executive Board representative to Finance Committee and the Camps and Conference ministries, chair of Mission and Ministry Task Force, stewardship consultant, member of Clergy-Lay Compensation Committee, original and current member of Mustang Island Retreat Planning and Facilities Committee, appointed member of finance and stewardship committees, member of the diocesan Faith Alive Committee and participant in numerous Faith Alive programs in the last 22 years, and founder and co-chair of The Bishop s Golf Classic fundraiser for children s scholarships to camp and youth activities of St. Thomas, William Cash Keith: St. Philip s, Uvalde Qualifications: Cash is the Systems Administrator for Uvalde ISD. His business and technical experience are well suited for the business of the church. Cash is currently serving St. Phillip s as Senior Warden, and his deeply spiritual life will be a huge asset to the Executive Board. Local Church Activities: Vestry, Senior Warden, Junior Warden; council delegate; LEM; lay reader Nominated by: The Rev. Michael K. Marsh Zoila Martinez: Grace Episcopal, Qualifications: Loves to be actively involved in church activities, prayerful lifestyle Local Church Activities: Served on Vestry three times (member of Grace, Weslaco for 24 years), lay reader bilingual, taught Sunday school for over 20 years, council delegate and alternate, active with youth group, acolytes and altar guild Diocesan Activities: Participant in council and youth activities Nominated by: Joy Herrera David Barry McBurnett: Church of the Good Shepherd, Corpus Christi Qualifications: Last line of hymn 474, Love so amazing, so divine, demands my soul, my life, my all. Local Church Activities: Vestry, Junior Warden; participate in music program; help with senior high youth ministry; served on last rector search committee; Cliff Maus work days; Mission 911 workday Diocesan Activities: Active in Cursillo served on many teams with music and different roles, council delegate, Cursillo reunion group, helped with music at Diocesan Council David A. Phipps: St. Mark s, Qualifications: David is an excellent leader who provides wisdom and a deep faith in Christ. Local Church Activities: Vestry , Senior Warden 2010, Outreach Committee, lay reader, council delegate, Lay Eucharistic Minister, parish choir member for 12 years Diocesan Activities: Council delegate 2009, 2010 Nominated by: The Rev. Michael Chalk 4

5 John Upper: St. Andrew s, Seguin Qualifications: John shows leadership abilities and determination and has significant management experience. He is actively involved in church matters and would be a great representative to the diocese. Local Church Activities: Senior Warden (2010), Vestry, fellowship chairman, usher, council delegate Nominated by: The Rev. Kevin Dellaria David Wallace: Christ Church, Qualifications: David is a past treasurer and Vestry person at Christ Church. He has the financial experience and the leadership qualities. Local Church Activities: Vestry, treasurer (past), Lay Eucharistic Minister, usher Diocesan Activities: None, but at this time David has a keen interest in Christ Church and relationship with the diocese. Nominated by: Martha Moore Dave Weekley: St. Peter s, Kerrville Qualifications: Leader in business, parish, and community; founder of Christian Men s Job Corps (president for six years); liaison for Salvation Army on recovery efforts; lived and worked in eight foreign countries during career; elected to Community Foundation Board; board member and treasurer of Partners in Ministry Local Church Activities: Vestry, lector, LEM, PLEV, chancel choir, outreach coordinator to B.T. Wilson 6th Grade School (KISD) Nominated by: The Rev. Stockton Williams Trustees of the Episcopal Church Corporation One clergy person and one lay person to be elected for a three-year term. Retiring incumbents, the Rev. Don Lee is not eligible, and Mr. Rob Schneider is eligible. Description of duties: The Episcopal Church Corporation holds title to the permanent funds and other property belonging to the diocese. It has authority to receive bequests and donations, and to sell or mortgage property to which it holds title. As such, Trustees should have an understanding of/interest in financial, real estate, and property matters. The Trustees work with the Bishop on designating certain restricted funds as they are needed in ministry. There is usually monthly contact needed with the Trustees, and a substantial amount of the Trustees business historically has been done via telephone and mail and confirmed at their quarterly meetings. Clergy Paul A. Frey: Christ Church, Laredo Qualifications: A love for the Episcopal Church with its many graces, strengths, and flaws. An awareness that the political process is part of the way we shape our life together, and a desire to do so charitably. Local Church Activities: Paul Frey has been rector of Christ Church, Laredo, since October Prior to that he was the rector of Church of the Redeemer in Eagle Pass, TX, from August 1998 to Currently in Laredo, Paul is active with many parish activities, the Daybreak Rotary Club, Greater Laredo Disaster Relief Committee, Casa Misericordia Battered Women s Shelter, the local Habitat affiliate and other organizations. Diocesan Activities: In the Diocese of WTX he s served as a member of the Executive Board several times, the Evangelism Committee, and the TMI-The Episcopal School of Texas Board of Trustees. He is a former dean of the Western Convocation. Paul has served as dean or chaplain at Camp Capers numerous times and as chaplain at Mustang Island once. Randy Melton: Church of the Messiah, Gonzales Local Church Activities: Rector of Church of the Messiah Diocesan Activities: Bishop s missioner for mission and program in Diocese of Dallas , Real Estate Advisory Committee Dallas , Camp Capers Good Sam session 2010, Camp Crucis Dallas (conference director, recruitment committee, steering committee, board of managers), Deanery Youth Spiritual Director , summer youth camp committee Dallas , Episcopal Recreation Center Board 1998, COM Dallas , Board of Examining Chaplains 2009-present, Northeastern Convocation Dean 2010-present, Diocesan Recover Retreat Spiritual Director 2009 and 2010, Cursillo 1987, 89, 95, 98, 2006, 2011; Dallas Episcopal Clergy Association Steering Committee , Christian Formation Commission consultant Nominated by: Diocesan Nominating Committee 5

6 Timothy J. Vellom: St. Matthew s, Universal City Qualifications: pastor, listener, ability to build consensus Local Church Activities: Rector Diocesan Activities: Executive Board, Standing Committee, Dean of Central Convocation, Cursillo and Happening Spiritual Director, Camp Capers Dean, Bishop s Sabbatical Committee, Evangelism Department Lay Rusty Biechlin: St. Thomas, Qualifications: Legal background, serves as trustee for private trust Local Church Activities: Vestry (Senior Warden), school board chairman, council delegate multiple times, lay reader, greeter, men s groups, praise music band, stewardship committee Diocesan Activities: None yet, but I have run before. Granger MacDonald: St. Peter s, Kerrville Qualifications: Extensive experience over many years in real estate banking, ranch management, construction supervisor; management seminars at Wharton School of Finance; development, financing, management, and ownership of rental apartment projects, both affordable and market rate Local Church Activities: Vestry ; ; Senior Warden, during interim between rectors Diocesan Activities: Nominating Committee (past) and the Rev. Stockton Williams Rob Schneider: Holy Spirit, Dripping Springs Qualifications: Many years of experience in real estate matters, non-profit organizations, and church leadership and governance Local Church Activities: Vestry/Bishop s Committee, lay reader, chalice bearer, council delegate, Christian Education, EFM graduate, Cursillo Diocesan Activities: Current: Constitution and Canons Committee, trustee; Past: congregational development, Small Church Task Force, lay ministry, LAND graduate Mark E. Williams: St. Andrew s, Seguin Qualifications: Bank board member for 25 years, treasurer of St. Andrew s, CEO of manufacturing company (prior to retirement), real estate investor Local Church Activities: Choir member; past Vestry member and Senior Warden in both St. Andrew s and a parish in Monterrey, Mexico; chair of search committee; lay reader; treasurer; Junior Warden in parish in Mexico; delegate to Diocesan Council in both Mexico and the Diocese of WTX Nominated by: Rector Trustees of TMI - The Episcopal School of Texas Two persons, either clergy or lay, and communicants of the Diocese, shall be elected for a three-year term. Retiring incumbents, the Revs. Milton Black and Paul Frey are eligible. Description of duties: The Board of Trustees shall be responsible for communicating the needs of the school to the Diocese and to gather resources in support of the school at the direction of the Board of Governors. The Trustees meet 3-4 times a year on average, at the campus of TMI. The Rev. John Barrett: Christ Church, Qualifications: His first job was teaching at TMI ( ), the last two years at the old campus. He then moved to Dallas and taught English at the Episcopal School of Dallas for seven years. John then went to Trinity Episcopal School for Ministry where his thesis was on Secularization of Christian Schools. Following seminary he was at St. Luke s Episcopal in Dallas for two years for his curacy and then two years at Good Shepherd Episcopal Church and School where he did parish work and was chaplain at the school, teaching and conducting services. His background makes him a strong match for this office. Local Church Activities: Assistant Rector, in charge of Adult Education, involved in ministry to families including pastoral visits, retreats Nominated by: Martha Moore Joan Cook Carabin: St. Paul s, Qualifications: Committed church member, clergy spouse, community organizer, skilled in vision implementation Local Church Activities: St. Paul s: Newcomers Committee 2010; Christ Church: 6

7 Outreach Committee , Habitat Task Force, Lay Eucharistic Minister; St. Mark s: Outreach Committee ; Grace Church: Lay Eucharistic Minister, Christian Education; St. Matthias, St. Timothy: Lay Eucharistic Minister, reader, Christian Education, outreach Diocesan Activities: Department of Christian Social Relations , DCSR Coordinator ; member Provincial Planning Committee for Justice, Peace, and Worship 1996; chair of Race Relations Committee ; chair Small Gifts for Habitat Nominated by: The Rev. Doug Earle Daniel L. Clark: St. George, Qualifications: Passionate about the mission of Jesus Christ, His church, and His people; passionate about equipping youth in their spiritual, academic, and athletic endeavors; personally invested into TMI: spouse is faculty and both sons are members of the Corps of Cadets; giving time, tithes, gifts, offerings; spiritual maturity 1 Timothy 3:5; servant/leader experience: West Point graduate and career Army officer, culminating with service at national level commands; served abroad in Honduras, Panama, Egypt, Germany, Iraq; Chapter President, Army Aviation Association, Alamo Chapter ; planning member, Aerospace Committee, Greater SA Chamber of Commerce, ; planning member, Military Affairs Committee, Greater SA Chamber of Commerce, ; Wounded Warrior Mentor Program, Brooke Army Medical Center, 2010 Local Church Activities: Vestry , Junior Warden 2008; planner/developer of Greeter s Program, 2009; Steering Committee, Greeter s Program, 2010; member of Outreach Committee, 2007; baseball coach for 4/5th grade boys, St. George Episcopal School, ; supported mission work of Ashley Robey and Paul and Hillary Kyle Diocesan Activities: prayer/financial support to Hardie family mission trip to Uganda, prayer/financial support to World Mission Committee (Rev. Alison Barfoot), support Good Samaritan Community Services, attended Abide in Me Conference II, 2010 Ann Nettles Fleming: St. Phillip s, Uvalde Qualifications: As a retired educator, Ann has a life-long interest in academic excellence. Local Church Activities: Daughters of the King, Women of St. Phillip s Nominated by: The Rev. Mike Marsh Charles A. Stephens, II: St. Thomas, Qualifications: Primarily legal experience and participation on boards of other charitable organizations; two children graduated from TMI, one 9th grader at TMI Local Church Activities: Member of St. Thomas since 1986, elected to Vestry, chancellor approximately 15 years, council delegate, Sunday school, Boy Scout troop #515 and the Rev. Chuck Woehler The Rev. Keith Turbeville: Saint Elizabeth s, Buda Qualifications: Keith has served the church over the last ten years in three dioceses: the Diocese of Virginia, the Diocese of Texas, and the Diocese of WTX. He has served congregations as their youth and adult leader, as well as a chaplain for St. James Episcopal School in Leesburg, Virginia. Keith has a passion to see youth learn and grow in a Christian environment. Currently Keith has two children at TMI. Keith is fully committed to the vision and importance of the unity between the Episcopal Church and the Anglican Church and their future relationship together. Local Church Activities: Vicar of Saint Elizabeth s, Buda Diocesan Activities: Committee member of Camps and Conferences, present; Dean at Camp Capers, senior high Mid-Winter January 2011; senior high summer camp 2010, junior high Mid-Winter January 2010; chaplain at Mustang Island Family Camp 2009 Nominated by: The Rev. Kevin Dellaria Trustees - University of the South One lay person to be elected to a three-year term. One lay person to be elected to fill a one-year unexpired term. One clergy person to be elected for a two-year unexpired term. Retiring incumbent, Mrs. Kathleen Foster is eligible. Description of duties: The Trustees of the University attend the annual meeting of the Board of Trustees, promote Church support and student enrollment, and report to the annual Council the condition and progress of said University. Clergy The Rev. Stephen Carson: St. Luke s, Qualifications: Candor, passion, new vision, ability to work within current structure, recent Sewanee graduate of School of 7

8 Theology, was sacristan there Local Church Activities: New clergy in Diocese of WTX Diocesan Activities: New clergy in Diocese of WTX, Family Camp at Mustang Island Nominated by: The Rev. Matthew Wise The Rev. Sean Maloney: St. Bartholomew s, Corpus Christi Qualifications: Vision, passion, deep connections with School of Theology (graduated in 2008) Local Church Activities: Priest Diocesan Activities: Reconciliation Commission, Camp Capers, MICC, clergy retreats Nominated by: The Rev. Matthew Wise Lay Julie Carson: St. Luke s, Qualifications: Willingness to learn, listen, and participate Local Church Activities: Volunteer at Green Door, choir member, substitute at St. Luke s Mustard Seeds. Around 2000 I was a volunteer youth leader for Clark Niles for a couple of years at St. Thomas, S.A. Diocesan Activities: Clergy spouse Nominated by: The Rev. Matthew Wise Pagie Wilson: Christ Church, Qualifications: Pagie attended school there, graduating in 1983, and she now has two daughters there. She loves the school and would love to serve in this position. Local Church Activities: She and Craig taught the youth class in our Carriage House for years and then began teaching (small group leader) the confirmation class from 1994 until now with the exception of one year. She is active in Altar Guild, church decorations, VBS, participates in our women s Hearts and Hands organization, and worked on the SAMM s Christmas Gift Project. Diocesan Activities: Pagie has not been involved with the diocese. Nominated by: Martha Moore Standing Committee One clergy person and one lay person to be elected for a three-year term. Retiring incumbents, the Rev. Ram Lopez and Mrs. Betty Mosty are ineligible. Description of duties: The Standing Committee meets about three times a year and serves as a Council of advice to the diocesan bishop. Among its responsibilities are granting or withholding consents to the election of bishops throughout the Episcopal Church and interviewing seminarians and recommending to the bishop whether or not they be made candidates for ordination. The Standing Committee is composed of 6 persons, 3 clergy and 3 lay. In the event that the office of bishop is vacant, the Standing Committee serves as the Ecclesiastical authority for the diocese. Persons serving on the Standing Committee should be familiar with the Constitution and Canons, aware of issues in the wider Anglican Communion, and be persons who are willing to undertake a wide range of leadership needs and discernment. Clergy The Rev. Scott Brown: St. Alban s, Harlingen Qualifications: Scott is a visionary leader with strong interpersonal skills that can bring diverse opinions to a consensus. Local Church Activities: Chair, Frontera Unida; chair, Young Life; Rector, St. Alban s Diocesan Activities: Executive Board, Evangelism Commission, Camp Capers Program Committee, dean and chaplain, Christian Education Commission Nominated by: The Rev. Chris Caddell The Rev. John Hardie: St. Mark s, Corpus Christi Qualifications: John has been ordained for 23 years. He possesses a great love for this diocese and is committed to its unity. He quickly grasps various sides of issues. He encourages and seeks the mind of our Lord, discerned through careful study of scripture. Local Church Activities: Rector at St. Mark s, Corpus Christi Diocesan Activities: Current: Dean, Southern Convocation; Cursillo Secretariat; Past: served on Standing Committee, Executive Board, Board of Trustees for TMI, Departments of Stewardship and Evangelism, Disaster Recovery Task Force The Rev. Lisa Mason: St. David s, San Antonio Qualifications: Lisa is an enthusiastic, energetic, compassionate Christian, a committed visionary. She s a team player with good listening skills; a good listener with a sense of humor. 8

9 Local Church Activities: Assistant Rector at St. David s, active in all areas of parish Diocesan Activities: Chair of Mustang Island Program Committee, Sub-Camp Committee member, Province VII Synod deputy and alternate in past, member of Diocesan Christian Education Committee, past Executive Board member The Rev. Scott Penrod: Trinity, Pharr Qualifications: I have served as a leader of a variety of Diocese of WTX ministries for 20+ years. Local Church Activities: Rector at Trinity, Rio Grande Valley Good Samaritan Community Services Advisory Board, Pharr Community Outreach Project Executive Board Diocesan Activities: past Youth Commission chairman, Spiritual Director Happening, Evangelism Department, Compensation Committee, Lay Rector for Cursillo; current member of Mustang Island Program Committee, member of Advisory Board for Rio Grande Valley Good Samaritan Community Services Nominated by: Kim Dozier Lay Elizabeth Evans: St. Paul s, Qualifications: Organization, vision, solidly Anglican in thought, polity and perspective, has a great interest in the ministry of clergy and laity and the diaconate Local Church Activities: Vestry, Lay Eucharistic Minister, chair of Christian Formation Committee, webmaster for parish plus numerous other responsibilities and talents Diocesan Activities: Department of Christian Education, Task Force on Diaconate Nominated by: The Rev. Doug Earle, Rector Kelley Kimble: St. Philip s, Uvalde Qualifications: Kelley ends her term on the Executive Board this year and truly desires to continue her service to the diocese. With her judicial experience and experience as a trustee for Church Corp and a General Convention deputy, she will work hard to serve the diocese and the bishops in a new capacity. Local Church Activities: Kelley has served St. Philip s as a two-term Senior Warden, co-chair of the Stewardship Committee, Vestry, lay reader, treasurer, Altar Guild, Sunday school teacher, and all those other unnamed needs of a small but very active parish. Diocesan Activities: Executive Board (Finance Committee), Assistant Chancellor, trustee of the Church Corp, deputy to General Convention, Nominating Committee Nominated by: The Rev. Mike Marsh Ella Mason: All Saints, Corpus Christi Qualifications: Ella is a born leaderlistener-wise woman; her resume speaks to her talents. Coordination at local and state levels of training and facilitation are her areas of expertise. Local Church Activities: Bishop s Committee for three churches, delegate to diocesan councils (seven times), 15 years on Vestry and in renewal projects, EFM, Cursillo. Ella is presently on our Vestry and is instrumental in our LifeStream service. Diocesan Activities: Seven times elected to diocesan council, Cursillo Nominated by: The Rev. Sandy Casey-Martus Richard C. Mosty: St. Peter s, Kerrville Qualifications: I have over 30 years experience in diocesan activities in multiple roles and am deeply committed to the strength of the diocesan family. Local Church Activities: Former Vestry Senior Warden, search committees (chair once), chair of building committees, Cursillo, numerous teams and rector, chancellor Diocesan Activities: Former Standing Committee, Executive Board (2), General Convention 2006, 2009; chair of Diocesan Task Force on Mission and Ministry , Constitution and Canons, Bishop s Address, Ecclesiastical Trial Court Rob Schneider: Holy Spirit, Dripping Springs Qualifications: Many years of experience in real estate matters, non-profit organizations, and church leadership and governance Local Church Activities: Vestry/Bishop s Committee, lay reader, chalice bearer, council delegate, Christian Education, EFM graduate, Cursillo Diocesan Activities: Current: Constitution and Canons Committee, trustee; Past: congregational development, Small Church Task Force, lay ministry, LAND graduate 9

10 Morey McGonigle Weldon: St. Barnabas, Fredericksburg Qualifications: As an active participant of St. Barnabas parish, Morey takes Christ into the wider community as a lay minister to five nursing homes, as well as our homebound and elderly. Her gifts include servant leadership, pastoral care, and with a BA and MA in religion and a Master of Divinity from the Episcopal Seminary of the Southwest, she has a depth of knowledge and understanding of the church and its liturgy. As past senior warden, she applied her organizational and leadership skills to lead St. Barnabas through transition between rectors. While her children were in school she was elected to two terms on the board of her independent school district. Morey has also served as allocation chair, president and chairman of the board for United Way, Capital Area. Local Church Activities: Lay ministry, Lay Eucharistic Minister, Vestry (two terms), past Senior Warden, minister to local nursing homes, stewardship chair, Daughters of the King, past council delegate, food ministry delivery and telephone buddy chair, search committee Diocesan Activities: Stewardship Committee Nominated by: The Rev. Jeff Hammond Deputies and Alternate Deputies to General Convention Four clergy persons and four lay persons, to be elected as Deputies, and four clergy persons and four lay persons to be elected as Alternate Deputies. All nominees must be confirmed communicants in good standing. Retiring incumbents Robert Browning, Drew Cauthorn, Marthe Curry, Susan Hardaway, Kelley Kimble, Karen Lee, Richard Mosty, John Warren and the Revs. John Badders, Milton Black, Nancy Coon, Ripp Hardaway, Don Lee, Ram Lopez, David Read are eligible. Description of duties: As voting representatives of the diocese attend General Convention in the summer of Clergy The Rev. Bill Allport: St. Helena s, Boerne Qualifications: New perspective, deep ties to Diocese of WTX, passion for teachings of Christ, innovative and creative thinker, theologian Local Church Activities: Rector at St. Helena s Diocesan Activities: Formerly on Bishop s Advisory Committee in Diocese of Hawaii Nominated by: The Rev. Matthew Wise The Rev. David P. Chalk, St. Francis by the Lake, Canyon Lake Qualifications: Age, knowledge of diverse dioceses, familiarity with Diocese of WTX, theological discernment Local Church Activities: Rector Diocesan Activities: Missions Commission, numerous short term missions, former dean of Western Convocation, Camp Capers chaplain and dean, Examining Chaplains, Trustee of West TX Corp, Cursillo Assistant Spiritual Director The Rev. Kevin Dellaria: St. Andrew s, Seguin Qualifications: Served congregations spanning three different dioceses of the province (Northwest Texas, Texas and West Texas); Committed to the unity and strengthening of The Episcopal Church and the Anglican Communion; Rector of a parish active in mission to Central America Local Church Activities: Rector Diocesan Activities: Chair Diocesan Nominating Committee for Council, 2011; Diocesan Insurance Committee; Anglican Covenant discussion group for Clergy Day, 2010; Honduras missions Nominated by: The Rev. Keith Turbeville The Rev. Bur Dobbins, Trinity, Victoria Qualifications: As priests we are called upon to take our share in the councils of the Church. Although this remains a difficult time for our Diocese, The Episcopal Church, and the Anglican Communion, it is our responsibility as leaders in the Church to remain in conversation and have our voices heard. Local Church Activities: Rector at Trinity, Victoria; Vestry, Junior Warden, stewardship chairman, council delegate, and other church activities prior to seminary Diocesan Activities: Elected to Executive Board of the diocese and University of the South trustee, appointed to the Ecclesiastical Trial Court of the diocese The Rev. Paul A. Frey, Christ Church, Laredo Qualifications: A love for The Episcopal Church with its many graces, strengths, and flaws. An awareness that the political process is part of the way we shape our life together, and a desire to do so charitably. Local Church Activities: Paul Frey has 10

11 been Rector of Christ Church, Laredo, since October Paul is active with many parish activities, the Daybreak Rotary Club, Greater Laredo Disaster Relief Committee, Casa Misericordia Battered Women s Shelter, the local Habitat affiliate, and other organizations. Diocesan Activities: In the Diocese of WTX he s served as a member of the Executive Board of the diocese several times, the Evangelism Committee, and TMI-The Episcopal School of Texas Board of Trustees. He is a former Dean of the Western Convocation in the Diocese of West Texas. Paul has served as dean or chaplain at Camp Capers numerous times, and as chaplain at Mustang Island once. The Rev. Ramiro Ram Lopez, St. George, Qualifications: Ram has been an alternate deputy and deputy to General Convention in 2006 and 2009 and brings an understanding of the process by which General Convention conducts its business. Was elected at General Convention 2009 as Province VII clergy representative on the Presiding Bishop Nominating Committee for current triennium. Local Church Activities: Rector at St. George Diocesan Activities: Standing Committee (president, 2010); elected twice to Executive Board; deputy to General Convention, 2006, 2009; former Trustee, University of the South; has served on various diocesan committees including Camps and Conferences committees, Recovery Ministries, World Mission, and Diocesan Council Nominating Committee. Has served as dean and chaplain numerous times at Camp Capers and as chaplain to Mustang Island Family Camp The Rev. Scott Penrod, Trinity, Pharr Qualifications: I have served as a leader of a variety of Diocese of WTX ministries for 20+ years. Local Church Activities: Rector, Trinity, Pharr; Rio Grande Valley Good Samaritan Community Services Advisory Board; Pharr Community Outreach Project Executive Board Diocesan Activities: Past: Youth Commission Chairman; Spiritual Director Happening: Evangelism Dept.; Compensation Committee: Lay rector for Cursillo. Current: Member Mustang Island Program Committee; Member Advisory Board of Rio Grande Valley Good Samaritan Community Services Nominated by: Kim Dozier The Rev. David G. Read, St. Luke s Church and School, Qualifications: Experience as a Deputy/ Alternate at four previous General Conventions, a desire to see our diocese navigate through the days ahead with everyone on board Local Church Activities: Rector of St. Luke s, Diocesan Activities: Current: Standing Committee; Trustee of Church Corp; Diocesan Development; Diocesan Secretary; Camp Capers Chaplain. Previously: Executive Board; Convocation Dean; Chair of Camps and Conferences Nominated by: The Rev. John Badders The Rev. Patrick R. Soule, St. Andrew s, Corpus Christi Qualifications: Passion for being involved in the life of the wider Church Local Church Activities: Vicar at St. Andrew s, Corpus Christi Diocesan Activities: Assistant Spiritual Director, Cursillo #248; Spiritual Director, Cursillo #255 Nominated by: Bishop s Committee The Rev. Keith Turbeville, St. Elizabeth s, Buda Qualifications: Keith has served the church over the last ten years in three dioceses; the Diocese of Virginia; the Diocese of Texas; and the Diocese of West Texas. He has served congregations as their youth and adult leader, as well as a chaplain for St. James Episcopal School in Leesburg, Virginia. Keith has a passion to see youth learn and grow in a Christian environment. Currently Keith has two children at TMI. Keith is fully committed to the vision and importance of the unity between the Episcopal Church and the Anglican Church and their future relationship together. Local Church Activities: Vicar of St. Elizabeth s, Buda Diocesan Activities: Committee Member: Camps and Conferences. Present: Dean at Camp Capers: Senior High midwinter, January 2011, Senior High Summer Camp 2010; Junior High Mid-Winter January 2010; Chaplain: Mustang Island Family Camp, 2009 Nominated by: The Rev. Kevin Dellaria The Rev. Stockton Williams, St. Peter s, Kerrville Qualifications: Love for Christ and His Church: The Episcopal Church and the Anglican Communion Local Church Activities: Rector at St. Peter s; Chaplain, Hill Country Chapter of 11

12 Order of St. Luke s; Past president of Christian Assistance Ministries of Kerrville; Past President Kerrville Ministerial Alliance; Laity Lodge Retreat Leader for St. Martin s, Houston; St. Paul s, Waco; and others. Spiritual Director for Cursillos, Happenings, Kairos, and Men s Emmaus. Mexico mission trips Diocesan Activities: Diocesan Spiritual Director for Happening 2004 to current; National Happening Board-2006 to current; Cursillo Secretariat, ; Dean Northern Convocation ; Chaplain at summer camps and Dean at Mid-Winters at Camp Capers; Nominating Committee (past); Lay Ministry Committee of Commission on Ministry (past); Evangelism Committee; Committee on Bishop s Address, 2009 The Rev. Matthew Wise, Reconciliation, Qualifications: Younger generation of clergy, passion for Diocese of WTX and for missional movement, love of National Church and its history Local Church Activities: Assistant Rector at Reconciliation Diocesan Activities: Reconciliation Commission, Musician DWTX conferences, Camp Capers Dean and Chaplain, Liturgy and Music Commission, Executive Board Nominated by: The Rev. Robert Woody Lay Joan Cook Carabin: St. Paul s, San Antonio Qualifications: Committed church member, clergy spouse, community organizer, skilled in vision implementation Local Church Activities: St. Paul s: Newcomers Committee 2010; Christ Church: Outreach Committee , Habitat Task Force, Lay Eucharistic Minister; St. Mark s: Outreach Committee ; Grace Church: Lay Eucharistic Minister, Christian Education; St. Matthias, St. Timothy: Lay Eucharistic Minister, reader, Christian Education, outreach Diocesan Activities: Department of Christian Social Relations , DCSR Coordinator ; member Provincial Planning Committee for Justice, Peace, and Worship 1996; chair of Race Relations Committee ; chair Small Gifts for Habitat Nominated by: The Rev. Doug Earle Drew Cauthorn: St. Mark s, Qualifications: Legal training Local Church Activities: Senior Warden, Vestry, stewardship chair Diocesan Activities: Chancellor, Development Committee, alternate to 2009 General Convention, Faith Alive coordinator Elizabeth Cauthorn: St. Mark s, San Antonio Qualifications: Theological training Local Church Activities: Chair of bookstore at St. Mark s Diocesan Activities: Past alternate to General Convention, committee member to diocesan education annual event Marthe Curry: Christ Church, San Antonio Qualifications: Her breadth of knowledge, experience in the diocesan life and the Episcopal Church, and her winsome personality Local Church Activities: Missions Committee for two years, working with women of Uganda and their artistry efforts, currently leading two Bible studies Diocesan Activities: Nominated a deputy for last General Convention but had to go to Uganda instead Nominated by: Martha Moore Steve H. Denney: St. Thomas, San Antonio Qualifications: Strong leader, experienced in organizational effectiveness, knowledgeable of church history/scriptures, member of Episcopal Church since 1962 Local Church Activities: Past Senior Warden, Community of Hope Pastoral Care Administrator, Lay Eucharistic Visitor, member/past chair Missionary Committee, missionary (short-term) Russia, graduate of EFM Diocesan Activities: Member of Missions Committee and the Rev. Chuck Woehler Elizabeth Evans: St. Paul s, Qualifications: Organization, vision, solidly Anglican in thought, polity and perspective, has a great interest in the ministry of clergy and laity and the diaconate 12

13 Local Church Activities: Vestry, Lay Eucharistic Ministry, chair of Christian Formation Committee, webmaster for parish, plus numerous other various responsibilities and talents Diocesan Activities: Department of Christian Education, Task Force on Diaconate Nominated by: The Rev. Doug Earle Donnelle Gooch: St. Mark s, San Marcos Qualifications: Has been at alternate and seated at General Convention from the Diocese of Oklahoma and Kansas; has worked with national church with volunteers Local Church Activities: Past Vestry member, past senior warden, delegate to council numerous times, LEM, on many boards at church (mission, adult educations, worship) Diocesan Activities: Mission trips to Honduras Nominated by: The Rev. Ned Bowersox Carrie Guerra: St. John s, McAllen Qualifications: She is a bright woman, who has a heart for God, loves the church and is delighted in the exercise of her ministries. Local Church Activities: Christian education, Lay Eucharistic Minister, council delegate, church school chapel leader, children s church coordinator, local and other mission activities Diocesan Activities: Trainer for Safeguarding God s Children, Happening board member, teacher at Camp Capers, other diocesan youth events Nominated by: The Rev. Ray Cole Mike Horridge: St. Thomas, Qualifications: Mike has considerable knowledge of the Episcopal Church at the national, diocesan, and parish levels. Since he has served effectively as Senior Warden and member of the Executive Board several times, he would provide assistance to our bishops and representation to the Diocese of WTX at the 2012 General Convention. Local Church Activities: St. Thomas Vestry, two terms as Senior Warden; chair of Greeter Ministry; member of choir; co-chair for Faith Alive programs; chair for stewardship, co-chair of Capital Funds Drive; Vestry representative to St. Thomas School; council delegate 15 years; member of rector and music director search committees; chair of Lay Compensation-Policy/Procedures Committee; chair of Long-Term Visioning Task Force; co-chair of adult retreat programs; member of men s Bible study program and volunteer for Habitat for Humanity Diocesan Activities: elected member of the Board of Directors of Morningside Ministries for six years, past member of Executive Board, appointed Executive Board representative to Finance Committee and Camps and Conferences Ministries, chair of Mission and Ministry Task Force, stewardship consultant, member of Clergy-Lay Compensation Committee, appointed member of Finance and Stewardship Committees, member of the diocesan Faith Alive Committee and participant in numerous Faith Alive programs in the last 22 years, and founder and current co-chair of The Bishop s Golf Classic fundraiser for children s scholarships to camps and youth activities Kelley Kimble: St. Philip s, Uvalde Qualifications: After Kelley s service as a deputy to the General Convention in 2009, she was appointed to the Program, Budget, and Finance Committee for She will only be eligible to serve the diocese in this capacity if reelected as a deputy for General Convention in Local Church Activities: Kelley has served St. Philip s as a two-term Senior Warden, co-chair of the Stewardship Committee, Vestry, lay reader, treasurer, Altar Guild, Sunday school teacher, and all those other unnamed needs of a small but very active parish. Diocesan Activities: Executive Board (Finance Committee), Assistant Chancellor, Trustee of the Church Corp, deputy to General Convention, Nominating Committee Nominated by: The Rev. Mike Marsh Rawley McCoy: St. Francis, Victoria Qualifications: has the desire and capacity to bring a thoughtful, open-minded, measured, and prayerful approach to bear in dealing with the contentious issues within our church Local Church Activities: Vestry, Senior Warden, Junior Warden, Eucharistic Minister, lector, Finance Committee, Stewardship chairman, men s club president, choir member, Trinity Episcopal School board member and president of the board, St. Francis Capital Campaign Committee Diocesan Activities: Commission on Church Buildings (2001-present), Nominating Committee (2010) Nominated by: The Rev. Faith Bledsoe 13

14 Ronald G. Morrison: St. John s, New Braunfels Qualifications: Ron has provided outstanding leadership in guiding a community of people who are working through our issues as a church. Local Church Activities: Bishop s Warden, Bishop s Committee, lay reader, men s ministry Diocesan Activities: Delegate to council, Bishop s Golf Tournament Nominated by: The Rev. Ripp Hardaway Richard C. Mosty: St. Peter s, Kerrville Qualifications: I have over 30 years experience in diocesan activities in multiple roles and am deeply committed to the strength of the diocesan family. Local Church Activities: Former Vestry Senior Warden, search committees (chair once), chair of building committees, Cursillo, numerous teams and rector, chancellor Diocesan Activities: Former Standing Committee, Executive Board (2), General Convention 2006, 2009; chair of Diocesan Task Force on Mission and Ministry , Constitution and Canons, Bishop s Address Ecclesiastical Trial Court John Upper: St. Andrew s, Seguin Qualifications: John shows leadership abilities and determination and has significant management experience. He is actively involved in church matters and would be a great representative for the diocese. Local Church Activities: Senior Warden (2010), Vestry, fellowship chairman, usher, council delegate Nominated by: The Rev. Kevin Dellaria Robin R. Walker: St. Andrew s, Seguin Qualifications: Mrs. Walker is a dedicated servant, willing to serve God and Jesus Christ through her church. She has a good understanding of church business and issues. During her 15 years in the diocese she has served as a delegate to seven councils representing three churches and has served as an officer on the Vestry of each church. Local Church Activities: Vestry: Christ Church, Laredo; Church of the Redeemer, Eagle Pass; St. Andrew s, Seguin; Senior Warden; Vestry clerk; stewardship liaison, stewardship chairman; lay reader; Eucharistic minister; Sunday school teacher; Vacation Bible School leader; Altar Guild; search committee; audit committee; Order of St. Luke; council delegate seven years; election of the bishop council delegate Diocesan Activities: Bishop s Disaster Response Committee, Camp Capers art director Nominated by: The Rev. Kevin Dellaria John S. Warren: Church of the Good Shepherd, Corpus Christi Local Church Activities: Vestry member, Senior Warden, parish chancellor, board member and chancellor for St. James Episcopal School, parish Cursillo representative, member and chairman parish mission society, board member and chairman Board of Trustees Cliff Maus Village Trust, parish endowment board member, parish 150th community outreach co-chair, council delegate Diocesan Activities: Cursillo Secretariat, team member and rector, council balloting and vendor committees co-chair, Nominating Committee and Bishop s Charge Committee, Executive Board, trustee of Diocese of WTX Church Corporation, alternate delegate to General Convention 2006 and 2009 Deputies and Alternate Deputies to Province VII Synod Four clergy persons and four lay persons to be elected as Deputies, and four clergy persons and four lay persons to be elected as Alternate Deputies. All nominees must be confirmed communicants in good standing. Retiring incumbents are: Blaine Bennett, Cathy Chatham, Stacy Dowdy, Gayle Gottlich, Rachel Graves, Lisa Mason, Lou Taylor, Jennifer Wickham and the Revs. Adrian Amaya, Earl Mahan, Mary Margaret Mueller, Scott Penrod, Chris Roque, Chuck Sharrow, and Jonathan Wickham, Dori Zubizarreta. All are eligible except the Revs. Adrian Amaya and Dori Zubizarreta. Description of duties: As voting representatives of the diocese attend the meeting of the Synod of the Province of the Southwest (Province VII). Clergy The Rev. Christopher Caddell: St. Alban s, Harlingen Local Church Activities: Assistant Rector of St. Alban s Nominated by: The Rev. David Chalk 14

15 The Rev. Stephen Carson: St. Luke s, Qualifications: Willingness to listen and learn, fresh ideas and perspective Local Church Activities: Assistant Rector of St. Luke s Diocesan Activities: Gopher at last convention Nominated by: The Rev. Matthew Wise The Rev. Raymond E. Cole, Jr. St. John s, McAllen Qualifications: After serving 16 years in the Diocese of Pennsylvania and 17 years in the Diocese of Chicago, Fr. Cole was called as Rector of Saint George in Castle Hills in Since retiring from active ministry in 2004, he has served four interim assignments in this diocese currently at St. John s Church and School in McAllen. He has served in a variety of capacities in all three dioceses including two terms at deputy to General Convention and two as alternate. Local Church Activities: Interim Rector of St. John s, McAllen The Rev. Nancy G. Coon: Retired Qualifications: Prior experience as Synod deputy (2 terms) and deputy to General Convention (4 terms), experience in the Diocese of WTX as well as networking in the broader church has been preparation for working with persons from a variety of backgrounds and cultures. Will be a spokesperson both for and with the DWTX upon return from Synod. Local Church Activities: Rector of the Episcopal Church of the Holy Spirit; as lay person served as reader, Lay Eucharistic Minister and home visitor in the pilot program, Stephen s Minister (hospital visitations), confirmation teacher/mentor for high school students, intercessory prayer team, audio tape ministry (sermons/lectures) Diocesan Activities: Standing Committee, Executive Board, deputy to General Convention (2000, 2003, 2006), Transitional Congregations Committee co-chair, examining chaplain, Discernment Committee, Dean of Northeastern Convocation, chaplain for Women s Cabinet, Christian Formation Committee, Continuing Education Committee, Task Force for redesign of the Executive Board, Cursillo Spiritual Director (6 Cursillos), Happening, Camp Capers summer dean and chaplain, Committee on Missions and Parishes, and retreat leader The Rev. Kevin Dellaria: St. Andrew s, Seguin Qualifications: Served congregations spanning three different dioceses of the province (Northwest Texas, Texas, and West Texas), committed to the unity and strengthening of The Episcopal Church and the Anglican Communion, rector of a parish active in mission to Central America Local Church Activities: Rector at St. Andrew s Diocesan Activities: Chair of Diocesan Nominating Committee for Council, 2011; Diocesan Insurance Committee; Anglican Covenant discussion group for Clergy Day, 2010; Honduras missions Nominated by: The Rev. Keith Turbeville The Rev. James W. (Jim) Friedel: St. Peter s, Rockport Qualifications: Jim has developed relationships with clergy and lay leadership in the province through his work with congregational development and clergy deployment. Local Church Activities: Jim s service as rector of this parish provides opportunities to exhibit liturgical, educational, pastoral, administrative, and leadership responsibilities among the membership and the broader community. Diocesan Activities: Jim currently serves with the Examining Chaplains and the Nominating Committee of the diocese. He has served as chaplain for summer youth camps and Cursillo. Jim was a presenter at the regional stewardship workshops and at Community of Hope training sessions. Nominated by: Senior Warden, J.D. Debler The Rev. Virginia (Gina) Frnka: Partners in Ministry, East; Goliad Local Church Activities: Lay activities: bishop s warden, Community of Hope leader, Altar Guild, Eucharistic Visitor, lay reader, council delegate Nominated by: The Revs. Robert Woody and Matthew Wise The Rev. Lisa Mason: St. David s, San Antonio Qualifications: I have served both as a deputy and an alternate for Province VII Synod in the past. I enjoy engaging in dialogue and visioning with the larger church as well as my own diocese. Local Church Activities: Assistant Rector at St. David s, active in all areas of parish Diocesan Activities: Chair of Mustang Island Program 15

16 Committee, Sub-Camp Committee member, Province VII Synod deputy and alternate in past, member of Diocesan Christian Education Committee, past Executive Board member The Rev. Philip May: Church of the Good Shepherd, Corpus Christi Diocesan Activities: Facilitator of Anglican Covenant discussion evenings Local Church Activities: Assistant Rector of Church of the Good Shepherd The Rev. Jonathan Melton: St. Christopher s by the Sea, Portland Qualifications: As a young clergy person, I value the opportunity to uphold my ordination vows to serve in the councils of the church. Further, my particular strengths in individualization and appreciating of persons and their unique gifts are put to natural use in diverse assemblies of the faithful. My heart for Christ and his prayer for the church s visible Communion grounds these personal strengths. Local Church Activities: Rector at St. Christopher s by the Sea, Portland Rotary and candidate for membership, Family Systems training (2009-present), Southern Convocation Anglican Covenant study team (2010) Diocesan Activities: Session chaplain, Camp Capers 2008; summer chaplain to camp staff 2009; family camp chaplain 2010; Vocare #25 co-spiritual director 2008; Vocare #27 co-spiritual director (spring 2011); diocesan college retreat chaplain 2009; appointed: member Diocesan Vocare Committee 2009, 2010; member Courtesy Resolution Committee 2009, 2010 ( We wear underwear to make you laugh. ) The Rev. Richard T. Speer: Grace, Weslaco Qualifications: 25 years of ordained service Local Church Activities: Rector Diocesan Activities: I have served four churches in the Diocese of WTX since Dean or chaplain, three sessions at Camp Capers; spiritual director or assistant for three Cursillos; dean, two sessions of Coastal Ecology Camp; spiritual director of one Happening; four terms on TMI Board of Trustees; instructor of Bishop s School for Ministry; Clergy Compensation Committee; Stewardship Committee The Rev. Keith Turbeville: St. Elizabeth s, Buda Qualifications: Keith has served the church over the last 10 years in three dioceses: the Diocese of Virginia, the Diocese of Texas and West Texas. He has served congregations as their youth and adult leader, as well as chaplain for St. James Episcopal School in Leesburg, Virginia. Keith has a passion to see youth learn and grow in a Christian environment. Currently Keith has two children at TMI. Keith is fully committed to the vision and importance of the unity between the Episcopal Church and the Anglican Church and their future relationship together. Local Church Activities: Vicar of St. Elizabeth s Diocesan Activities: Committee member: Camps and Conferences, present; dean at Camp Capers; senior high mid-winter January 2011; senior high summer camp 2010; junior high mid-winter January 2011; chaplain at Mustang Island Family Camp 2009 Nominated by: The Rev. Kevin Dellaria The Rev. Jonathan Wickham: St. Mark s, Qualifications: Jonathan has participated in church leadership at a number of levels and is interested in bringing his experience to the Province VII Synod gathering. He values the important role that our connectedness plays in the strengthening of the church. He brings team building, collaborative leadership, and visioning skills to the community. Local Church Activities: Lay: council delegate, professional youth minster, Lay Eucharistic Minister, lay reader, Sunday school teacher, music team member; Ordained: Assistant Rector of St. Mark s, ; Episcopal school chaplain, liturgy coordinator, pastoral care, preaching, teaching Diocesan Activities: Deputy for Youth/Young Adult Ministry and Director of Camps and Conferences ( ), Bishop s Happening Movement Board, Happening spiritual director, Camp Capers dean and chaplain, member of the Camps Development Committee, board member of Christ Chapel at Texas State, Diocesan Executive Board Nominated by: The Rev. Mike Chalk The Rev. Matthew Wise, Reconciliation, Qualifications: Younger generation of clergy, passion for Diocese of WTX and for missional movement, love of National Church and its history Local Church Activities: Assistant Rector at Reconciliation 16

17 Diocesan Activities: Reconciliation Commission, Musician DWTX conferences, Camp Capers Dean and Chaplain, Liturgy and Music Commission, Executive Board Nominated by: The Rev. Robert Woody Lay Patricia Brooke: St. David s, Local Church Activities: Lay reader, spiritual formation, council delegate Diocesan Activities: Commission for Women s Ministries, Discernment Committee Nominated by: The Rev. Nancy Coon Angie de los Santos: St. Andrew s, Seguin Qualifications: Angie is a long-time resident of Province VII and has a lengthy history of working with both the Hispanic community and the impoverished of many ethnic backgrounds in southwest Texas. Angie is deeply involved in missions to Mexico and Central America and would be an asset in the relationship between Province VII and its sister churches south of the Rio Grande. Local Church Activities: Past Vestry member and senior warden, coordinator of direct-to-client assistance program, Outreach Committee, annual team leader for medical and dental mission to Honduras Diocesan Activities: Past council delegate, Discernment Committee, Finance Committee, World Missions ad hoc Committee Nominated by: The Rev. Kevin Dellaria Donnelle Gooch: St. Mark s, San Marcos Qualifications: Has been at alternate and seated at General Convention from the Diocese of Oklahoma and Kansas; has worked with national church with volunteers Local Church Activities: Past Vestry member, past senior warden, delegate to council numerous times, LEM, on many boards at church (mission, adult educations, worship) Diocesan Activities: Mission trips to Honduras Nominated by: The Rev. Ned Bowersox Charles L. Green: St. Barnabas, Fredericksburg Qualifications: Active and dedicated member of the Christian family in the Diocese of WTX striving to encourage faithful living in our community Local Church Activities: During the past 30+ years in the Diocese of TX and WTX: Vestry, three consecutive terms as senior warden, ALPHA, usher, greeter, Finance Committee, Audit Committee, board member and treasurer of a non-profit health clinic, church school board, treasurer church school board Diocesan Activities: Abide in Me diocesan conference, Diocesan Nominating Committee Mary Tru Hiatt: St. Philip s, Uvalde Qualifications: Tru has been a lifelong member of the Diocese of WTX, currently serving as Junior Warden at St. Philip s. She is energetic and devoted to serving the Diocese of WTX. Local Church Activities: Junior Warden, lay reader, Sunday school teacher, council delegate, volunteer coordinator Uvalde Food Pantry, prior bishop s warden at St. Michael s, Under the Bridge ministries Diocesan Activities: Chair of Diocesan Disaster Relief (Hurricanes Katrina and Rita), trainer Diocese Disaster Relief (Adopt a Family), Cursillo, Honored Women of the Diocese of West Texas Nominated by: Kelley Kimble William Cash Keith: St. Philip s, Uvalde Qualifications: Cash is the Systems Administrator for Uvalde ISD. His business and technical experience are well suited for the business of the church. Cash is currently serving St. Phillip s as Senior Warden, and his deeply spiritual life will be a huge asset as a deputy to the synod. Local Church Activities: Vestry, Senior Warden, Junior Warden; council delegate; LEM; lay reader Nominated by: The Rev. Michael K. Marsh Melanie McCollum Klotzman: St. Francis, Victoria Qualifications: Organizational and listening skills, spiritual discernment, church leadership Local Church Activities: Lay Eucharistic Minister, lector, Vestry, Stewardship Committee, Worship Committee, adult spiritual formation teacher, EFM graduate Diocesan Activities: Nominating Committee, Happening Committee, council delegate Nominated by: Rawley McCoy 17

18 Zoila Martinez: Grace Episcopal, San Antonio Qualifications: Loves to be actively involved in church activities, prayerful lifestyle Local Church Activities: Served on Vestry three times (member of Grace, Weslaco for 24 years), lay reader bilingual, taught Sunday school for over 20 years, council delegate and alternate, active with youth group, acolytes and altar guild Diocesan Activities: Participate in council and youth activities Nominated by: Joy Herrera Kirk Mason: St. David s, Qualifications: A lifelong participant and member of the Diocese of WTX, Kirk is nominated by the Nominating Committee. He brings to this position considerable experience and passion for the mission and ministry of the diocese at the parish and diocesan level. Local Church Activities: Vestry, Junior Warden; Stewardship Committee; Sunday school teacher; Building Committee; Capital Campaign Committee; usher; youth sponsor; council delegate and alternate; Search Committee Diocesan Activities: Former chair of Annual Giving Division of the Department of Stewardship, Task Force on Mission and Ministry Funding, Mustang Island Site and Program Committees, alternate deputy to General Convention (2003, 2006), alternate deputy to Province VII, Commission on Church Buildings, Continuing Education chair, Executive Board Paula A. Nersesian: Trinity, Victoria Qualifications: Paula is a long-time resident of south Texas and has been gifted with a natural talent for insight and leadership across a wide spectrum of issues. Over the years she has been thoroughly involved with parish life while also engaging in a variety of community activities. Her commitment to the needs of others, both medical and otherwise, has given her a deep understanding of the diversity of human experience, an understanding she brings to all of her leadership roles. Local Church Activities: Current or previously: Altar Guild and chair of Christian Formation, board president Trinity Episcopal School, adult formation instructor, EFM graduate; currently: Lay Eucharistic Visitor, lay reader, Community of Hope, president of Daughters of the King, Godly Play instructor, Sunday morning breakfast, Friends of Trinity Episcopal School, Vestry member, chair of Stewardship Committee Diocesan Activities: Council delegate, recipient of St. George medal Nominated by: The Rev. Kevin Dellaira Carla Pineda: St. Mark s, Local Church Activities: Active member of St. Mark s, ; bookstore ministry Diocesan Activities: Vice President in charge of Programming for Women s Commission (2nd term), three-time delegate to Triennial, served one term on the Executive Board, serving on diocesan Communications Committee Nominated by: The Revs. Mike Chalk and Jonathan Wickham David Spencer: St. Barnabas, Fredericksburg Qualifications: Lifelong Episcopalian, interested and engaged in the work of the diocese, province and National Episcopal Church Local Church Activities: Steering Committee of the Honduras Water Ministry, volunteer work at St. Barnabas Diocesan Activities: Steering Committee of the Honduras Water Ministry, delegate to the diocesan convention in 2009, 2010 Nominated by: Charles Green Jennifer Wickham: St. Mark s, San Antonio Qualifications: I have served as a deputy to Provincial Synod in the past, and I am very interested in the work of the broader church. I believe that the Episcopal Church needs leaders who are able to listen carefully and consider the variety of perspectives being presented. Both my professional work and educational training keep me in tune with the issues facing the EC, and I believe it is important for an educated laity to participate in the conversation. Local Church Activities: Missionary to Haiti, volunteer for outreach projects, worship team musician, diocesan council delegate Diocesan Activities: Former deputy to Provincial Synod, planning committee for National Associate of Episcopal Schools convention Nominated by: The Rev. Mike Chalk and Vestry 18