57th Diocesan Convention

We are Pilgrims on a Journey

Welcome to the 57th Convention of the Episcopal Church in Idaho. Click on the Convention Live Link to watch the proceedings of the Convention. Celebrate Community with us. 
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We are Pilgrims on a Journey

We are all pilgrims on a journey towards the promise God has given us. The Episcopal Church in Idaho is embarking on this journey with enthusiasm and grace! We will hold you close no matter who you are because you are God's beloved child. Walk with us without fear, reservation, or anxiety, because we believe in you and what God has in store for you & through you. Welcome to the Episcopal Church in Idaho. Here we all belong and believe!

The Rt. Rev. Jos Tharakan | XIV Bishop of Idaho

Important Convention Details

Diocesan Convention - November 8 & 9 at the Red Lion, Pocatello. Details coming soon.
Budget Suggestions - September 12, 2024, 7 pm on Zoom. Links will be posted here.
Deanery meetings - October 7 (Central & Eastern) and October 9 (Western & Southwestern). Meeting Zoom links and convention packets will be sent approximately 1 week before. Delegates are required to attend one of these meetings.
Deadline for canonical changes - 60 days before Convention .
Deadline for resolutions - 45 days before Convention.

Any questions about Convention can be directed to: Carrol Keller, Convention Secretary. Click the Email Carrol Keller

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Sterling Blackwell

Master of Convention 

Mr. Sterling Blackwell is appointed to serve as the Master of Convention (a new volunteer ministry) beginning with the 2024 Convention! Mr. Blackwell has been an educator for 16 years, teaching musical theater and a variety of other subjects across the Treasure Valley. He serves as a vestry member for the St. Luke’s parish in Weiser, ID, is a City Councilman, a local businessman, and a huge advocate for the arts (theater in particular)! 
When not in a classroom or a theater, Sterling is hiking in the beautiful mountains of Idaho. Mr. Blackwell will serve as the sole point of contact for anything related to the Diocesan Convention. You may ask him anything related to 57th Convention. Ask anything related to 57th Convention 
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News On Convention

Meet Minda Cox
October 4th, 2024
I have known Ms. Cox for over eight years. She is an amazing person with gifts that I am envious of but grateful for. Here below is what she says about herself."My name is Minda Cox. I’m an ordinary, energetic, and engaged Episcopalian living inBolivar, MO. I was born in India without arms or legs and adopted as a toddler. My Mother is a retired Episcopal priest, and I’m the youngest of 5 adopted ...
Convention Update
September 18th, 2024
Dear Friends,Well, Diocesan Convention is drawing ever nearer, so here is some information for you to ponder. As a reminder, this information is being sent to all clergy (active & retired), wardens, delegates, alternates, Deanery Deans and convention officers.We will all meet together on Friday & Saturday, November 8 & 9, at the Red Lion Inn in Pocatello. Room rates for the Red Lion are $120/night...
Convention Updates
August 29th, 2024
Here you will find 57th Convention Related updates and posts. Return to this page to read more about our upcoming convention that will take place in Pocatello.Our Deans from the Eastern Deanery is organizing all the events along with the clergy and leadership of that region. The Theme of the Convention is "We are Pilgrims on a Journey," with a sub-theme that says, "not pilgrims," meaning we are on...