MISSION & MINISTRY
Work Through MinistryMinistry Areas
Our Convocation believes in becoming a more Missional Church. Through a process of discernment and discussion with each other, we have identified the areas of work we feel God is asking us to channel our resources and energy into. While these ministires are not permanent parts of our Canons, they do have strong values and goals to do the work asked of them.
Climate & Creation Care
In Jesus, God so loved the whole world. We follow Jesus, so we love the world God loves. Concerned about the global climate emergency, drawing from a range of approaches for our diverse contexts, we commit to form and restore loving, liberating, life-giving relationships with all of Creation.
Racial Justice Beloved Community
We seek to create Beloved Community, working to increase hope by dismantling the sin of racism, learning to understand and own our part in what has gone before by commission or omission, acting with courage to stand up and speak out as we move beyond ourselves to serve Christ and one another.
Refugees & Migration
The experiences of migration and exile are at the heart of our faith. We know that Christ commands us to love and welcome the stranger.
Children & Youth
We believe the future of our church lies with our children and our youth. We cherish our role in caring for and nurturing their spiritual lives, and supporting the many youth programs in our Congregations.
Canonical Ministries
Some of our work is organized through our Canons. These ministry areas form a more permanent role in our Convocation organization.
Commission on the Ministry of the Baptized
What is God calling you to do? The Commission on the Ministry of the Baptized (COMB) can help discern your call to ministry.
Committee on Mission Congregations
The Committee on Mission Congregations is composed of lay and clergy members who aid in the nurturing and formation of mission congregations.
Council of Advice
The Council of Advice is a canonical committee that advises the Bishop in Charge
European Institute for Christian Studies
The European Institute for Christian Studies (EICS) has developed a number of formation educational and training programs.