Documents (Page 2)

Documents (Page 2)

Bylaws of Executive Council

Bylaws of Executive Council – PDF – approved September 13, 2014 The Executive Council of the Convention of the Episcopal Diocese of Fort Worth amended bylaws on September 13, 2014.. The Executive Council originally adopted bylaws on May 17, 2014.

Code of Conduct for Meetings

Code of Conduct for Meetings – PDF This Code of Conduct was adopted by the Executive Council of the Episcopal Diocese of Fort Worth on May 17, 2014, and is commended to all groups and gatherings of the diocese as a set of guidelines for our work together.

Policy on Safeguarding God’s People

Bishop’s letter on Safeguarding God’s People Policy and Safe Church Training – PDF Safeguarding God’s People Policy – PDF titled “Toward Healthy Ministry: Safeguarding God’s People From Abuse” Related: Policy on Background Checks The Episcopal Diocese of Fort Worth is committed to providing a healthy, safe, and nurturing environment in which all of God’s people can carry out the work God has given us to do. This Safe Church policy is a statement of professional expectations for all people (clergy,…

Federal Reporting Requirement for Episcopal Churches – 2013

Federal Reporting Requirements for Episcopal Churches – 2013 from The Church Pension Fund This document is a product of The Episcopal Church, not the Episcopal Diocese of Fort Worth. We are providing it here as a convenience, and will attempt to ensure it is kept up to date. However, the official source for this and other documents from The Episcopal Church is their own website, episcopalchurch.org.

The Parochial Report – Form and Instructions – 2012

The 2012 Report of Episcopal Congregations and Missions According to Canons I.6, I.7, and I.17 (otherwise known as The Parochial Report) from The General Convention of the Episcopal Church This document is a product of The Episcopal Church, not the Episcopal Diocese of Fort Worth. We are providing it here as a convenience, and will attempt to ensure it is kept up to date. However, the official source for this and other documents from The Episcopal Church is their own…

The Vision and Mission

Who We Are The Episcopal Diocese of Texas is a Christ centered community of congregations, diocesan staff, and ministry groups who welcome and support all people in worship, study, fellowship, and service. What We Do Diocesan staff and programs empower and equip congregations by encouraging participation by laity, bishop, priests, and deacons providing resources to support each congregation in its efforts toward excellence and diversity in worship, study, fellowship and service working together to ensure transparency and accountability. Read more…