*Please also reserve Sunday, December 3 in case a decision is not reached on December 2.
There is a dedicated Bishop Search and Transition website: diocalbishopsearch.org. Please go there to find the most up-to-date information and resources about the search process.
Convention Resources
Letter from the Standing Committee
Read the letter to the Diocese from the Standing Committee as you prepare for the upcoming convention.
Slate
The Standing Committee and Search & Transition Committee’s Slate of Nominees. Nominees by petition will be added following the close of the petition period.
Agenda
Agenda for the special Electing Convention of the Diocese of California
Live stream
All non-voting individuals are welcome to join and watch the special Electing Convention virtually.
Liturgies
View the liturgies for the Special Electing Convention
Parking and transportation
Please plan your transportation to the cathedral and arrive early to ensure a timely start to the convention.
VPOLL Voting
Voting will take place in-person at Grace Cathedral using the VPOLL app. Go to the VPOLL platform.
Bring your own voting device
You’ll need to bring your own smart phone, tablet, or other device to vote.
Packing list
We’ve created a pack list to make sure you have what you need.
Captioning
Closed Captioning for the Bishop Electing Convention are available on Textstream working 9 a.m. Dec 2, 2023.
Spanish interpretation
Spanish interpretation will be available at the cathedral and online.
Accessibility and mobility
The Grace Cathedral nave is wheelchair accessible by elevator from the crypt level using the entrance on Taylor Street or from the parking garage on level G1.
Child care
The cathedral child care center has permanently closed. Clergy and delegates should arrange their own childcare and the diocese will reimburse the cost.
Coffee and Breakfast
There will be coffee, tea, and water available out of the Grace Cathedral dining room starting at 7:30 A.M. Additionally, a continental breakfast will be served from 7:30 – 9: 00 a.m. on the plaza.
Boxed lunches
Boxed lunches from Panera (including vegan and gluten free options) will be available free of charge in Gresham Hall Saturday, December 2. However if you have strong allergies or other dietary restrictions, you may want to consider bringing a bag lunch with you.
Masking and social distancing
We encourage you to wear a mask if that would make you more comfortable. There are also spaces in the Cathedral where you can socially distance. Please take a COVID test if you’re feeling under the weather, and stay home if you test positive.
Meet and greets
Opportunities to meet the Nominees for the Ninth Bishop of California will be made available to all members of the Diocese of California.
Pre-register
Clergy, Delegates, and Alternates who know they’re replacing a Delegate should confirm they plan to attend the Bishop Electing Convention by filling out this form before November 15 at 5 p.m. PST
Upcoming Events
Questions or Concerns regarding Convention resources?
Contact Br. Richard Edward Helmer, Secretary of the Convention.
