What is

Diocesan Executive Council

Elect 1 Priest or Deacon to serve until 2025

Elect 2 Lay Persons to serve until 2025

Four-year term

Diocesan Executive Council normally meets virtually the first Saturday of the month from 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. Meeting dates are subject to change because of calendar conflicts.

The Diocesan Executive Council serves as the Board of Directors of the Corporation of the Episcopal Diocese of San Diego. It is the legally constituted governing body of the diocese.

In accordance with California State Law and Diocesan Canons, DEC has fiduciary responsibility for the assets of the diocese. Responsible for implementing, maintaining, and revising the Strategic Plan as necessary or appropriate.  Develops and recommends to convention the annual budget.

Diocesan Executive Council Committee’s

General. The Bishop and the Diocesan Executive Council form committees as needed to implement the Strategic Plan. Each committee falls under one of the ministry areas. 

Committee chairpersons. The Bishop appoints council  members as the chairperson for each committee, and at least one additional council member to serve on each Committee: 'Appointments are made annually for one year.

Staff liaison.  Each committee has a primary staff liaison from the diocesan office.

Committee members. The committee chairperson, in conjunction with the mission area leader and the staff liaison, nominates members who are knowledgeable in the subject matter of the committee. The Bishop will approve all committee members. Members serve at the pleasure of the Bishop, mission area leader, and committee chairperson.

Qualifications. Committed to implementing the Strategic Plan goals, objectives, and action plans; Knowledgeable in the subject matter of the committee; Able to communicate effectively and work as part of a group

Duties and Responsibilities. Assist in creating and updating the committee charter, policies, processes, and procedures. Assume responsibility for projects assigned by the Committee Chairperson. Perform project research including site visits as required; lead project discussions in committee meetings; and recommend appropriate actions on assigned projects. Present reports to the Diocesan Executive Council, as required. Assist in preparing the annual report to Convention, as required.