Governance
Standing Committee
The Standing Committee serves as the Bishop’s Council of Advice. In the Episcopal Diocese of West Virginia, the Standing Committee consists of eight members, four clergy and four laity, who …
Diocesan Council
Diocesan Council is the elected body that conducts the business and affairs of the Diocese in between conventions. The composition of Diocesan Council is outlined in the Canons of our …
Constitutions & Canons
The Episcopal Diocese of West Virginia is governed by the Constitution & Canons. As a member Diocese of the Episcopal Church, we are bound by the Constitution & Canons of …
Diocesan Convention
Diocesan Convention is the primary legislative body of the Diocese of West Virginia. Diocesan Convention meets annually and the location rotates around the Diocese. The 147th Diocesan Convention will take …
Province III
The Diocese of West Virginia is a member of Province III of the Episcopal Church. For more information about Province III and its activities, programs, and other offerings, please visit …
General Convention of The Episcopal Church
General Convention is the denominational legislative body of the Episcopal Church. General Convention consists of the House of Bishops, which includes all active and retired bishops of the Episcopal Church, …