St. David’s Bean Blossom
RESOLVED, that the 172nd Convention of the Episcopal Diocese of Indianapolis admits into union with the Diocesan Convention as a Parish St. David’s Episcopal Church, Bean Blossom, Indiana, St. David’s having satisfied the requirements of Canon 17 “Admission of New Parishes” of the diocesan canons and Article IX “Admission of a New Parish” of the diocesan constitution.
Diocesan Recommitment to MDG
RESOLVED, that the 172nd Convention of the Diocese of Indianapolis recommit to the Millennium Development Goals (MDG’s) just as The Episcopal Church has at the 2009 General Convention in Anaheim, Ca.; and be it further
RESOLVED, that the Diocese of Indianapolis revisit the MDG’s resolution from the 170th Diocesan Convention to see where we have been successful and where we need to improve on our work toward helping bring the MDG’s to fruition; and be it further
RESOLVED, that a committee be appointed to collect information from the congregations around the Diocese of Indianapolis to see what each has done to help with the efforts to this mission of the church and report back the committee’s findings to the 173rd Diocesan Convention.
Sponsored by the 2009 General Convention Deputies of the Episcopal Diocese of Indianapolis
Lay Leadership and Ministry Development
RESOLVED, that the 172nd Convention of the Diocese of Indianapolis commend the Bishop and staff for their initiative in beginning to collect, develop, and disseminate educational resources for lay leadership formation that clearly reflect the Baptismal theology in the Book of Common Prayer and that engage all baptized persons in the discernment of their ministry; and be it further
RESOLVED, that the Bishop and staff continue to strengthen the support of congregations by providing processes for such discernment so that congregations can serve as “ministry development base camps” for all who seek to live their faith in every part of daily life.
EXPLANATION
The mission of restoring all people to unity with God and each other in Christ requires that all people of God engage in the work to which God call us. Discernment of that calling is a task for all God’s people. In community and individually, for laity as well as clergy, that process of discernment can lead to growth into the full stature of Christ.
The Episcopal Church has articulated in the Baptismal Covenant, the Catechism, and the 2003 revisions of the Title III canons the mandate of daily life ministry for all the baptized and the Church’s obligation to support the ninety-nine percent as well as the ordained. As Dioceses and congregations assume leadership roles in preparing laity for ministry the Church will be strengthened and the Gospel advanced through the church scattered as well as the church gathered.
The Diocese of Indianapolis has already begun implementation of 2006 and 2009 General Convention Resolutions regarding lay leadership education and development for ministry. This resolution recognizes and affirms this work and encourages ongoing commitment and effort to live fully into this vision.
Sponsored by Katherine Tyler Scott
2009 General Convention Deputy
Episcopal Campus Ministry at Indiana University Bloomington
RESOLVED, that the 172nd Convention of the Episcopal Diocese of Indianapolis admits into union with the Diocesan Convention the Chapel Mission of the Episcopal Campus Ministry of Indiana University in Bloomington, the Episcopal Campus Ministry having satisfied the requirements of Canon 20 “Missions” of the diocesan canons and Article IX “Admission of a New Mission” of the diocesan constitution.
Commendation of Charter for Lifelong Christian Formation
RESOLVED that the 172nd Convention of the Diocese of Indianapolis urges all congregations and institutions of the Diocese to adopt the Charter for Lifelong Christian Formation, and urges conversations, study, and consideration for implementation of the Charter across the range of our ministries as a Diocese.
EXPLANATION
The Charter for Lifelong Christian Formation articulates the heartbeat of mission across our ministries and provides a call for our renewed attention to Christian Formation for all.
Sponsored by the 2009 General Convention Deputies of the Episcopal Diocese of Indianapolis
CHARTER FOR LIFELONG CHRISTIAN FORMATION
CC informed by Scripture, Tradition and Reason.
I have called you friends… John 15:14-16
Through The Episcopal Church, God Invites all people:
- To enter into a prayerful life of worship, continuous learning, intentional outreach, advocacy and service.
- To hear the Word of God through scripture, to honor church teachings, and continually to embrace the joy of Baptism and Eucharist, spreading the Good News of the risen Christ and ministering to all.
- To respond to the needs of our constantly changing communities, as Jesus calls us, in ways that reflect our diversity and cultures as we seek, wonder and discover together.
- To hear what the Spirit is saying to God’s people, placing ourselves in the stories of our faith, thereby empowering us to proclaim the Gospel message.
…You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you to go and bear fruit... John 15:14-16
Through The Episcopal Church, God Inspires all people:
- To experience Anglican liturgy, which draws us closer to God, helps us discern God’s will and encourages us to share our faith journeys.
- To study Scripture, mindful of the context of our societies and cultures, calling us to seek truth anew while remaining fully present in the community of faith.
- To develop new learning experiences, equipping disciples for life in a world of secular challenges and carefully listening for the words of modern sages who embody the teachings of Christ.
- To prepare for a sustainable future by calling the community to become guardians of God’s creation.
...I am giving you these commands that you may love one another. John 15:17
Through The Episcopal Church, God Transforms all people:
- By doing the work Jesus Christ calls us to do, living into the reality that we are all created in the image of God and carrying out God’s work of reconciliation, love, forgiveness, healing, justice and peace.
- By striving to be a loving and witnessing community, which faithfully confronts the tensions in the church and the world as we struggle to live God’s will.
- By seeking out diverse and expansive ways to empower prophetic action, evangelism, advocacy and collaboration in our contemporary global context.
- By holding all accountable to lift every voice in order to reconcile oppressed and oppressor to the love of God in Jesus Christ our Lord.
Christian Faith Formation in The Episcopal Church is a lifelong journey with Christ, in Christ, and to Christ.
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Developed by the Standing Commission on Lifelong Christian Formation and Education in conjunction with the Proclaiming Education for ALL Taskforce, Christian Educators throughout The Episcopal Church, and the Office of Adult Faith Formation for The Episcopal Church.
Health Care Coverage for All
RESOLVED, that the 172nd Convention of the Episcopal Diocese of Indianapolis calls on its congregations to undertake research and discussions within the parish of the issue of health care coverage in the United States, including:
a) identification of local health care services including mental health services for those who cannot afford insurance and regular coverage.
b) a simple assessment of the needs of above services with regard to space, volunteers, and finances.
c) identifying parishioners involved in health care delivery and gathering their impressions of unmet needs in the community.
d) identifying ways to respond to the unmet health care needs of the community through a ministry such as Parish Nursing or volunteer supported medical clinics.
e) the study of healthcare proposals set before Congress so that we can make informed decisions and encourage our leaders to make sound choices on our behalf
RESOLVED, that, following up on the discussions within the parishes, communicants, individually and congregationally, be urged to contact elected federal and state officials encouraging them to:
a) fully participate in and support the development of meaningful health care reform for all citizens of this country, addressing the issues of preventative health care, timely and appropriate care for all, cost of health care delivery, and other pertinent issues regarding healthcare reform.
RESOLVED, that the Episcopal Diocese of Indianapolis be called upon to establish a small volunteer task force to develop a series of articles for Tidings to inform congregational research and discussion, and be it further
RESOLVED, that the congregations, as they undertake these resolutions, share their experience with the communications office of the diocese so that they can be shared with the whole diocese through the Tidings.
Resolution on Participatory Liturgies
RESOLVED, that the 172nd Convention of the Episcopal Diocese of Indianapolis challenge each congregation to set aside at least one Eucharistic celebration before the next Diocesan Convention to experience an extended liturgy in which members of the congregation participate in a focused mission project in their community; and be it further
RESOLVED, that congregations be invited to share the fruits of their extended liturgy through the Mission Minutes at the 173rd Convention of this diocese.
EXPLANATION
The participatory liturgy implemented during Friday’s Convention Eucharist was intended to be a model of mission in the context of liturgy for churches to take back to their congregations and use.
Submitted by the Resolutions Committee of the Episcopal Diocese of Indianapolis In response to the Bishop’s Address to the 172nd Diocesan Convention
Resolution Expressing Appreciation for the Ministry of Diocesan Priests Retiring this Year
RESOLVED that the 172nd Convention of the Episcopal Diocese of Indianapolis express by acclamation and by the recording of this resolution in the minutes of the Convention its heartfelt gratitude for the ministries of retiring priests; The Rev. Nanci Ferriani, The Rev. Steve Giovangelo, The Rev. Jonathan Hutchinson, The Rev. Sandi Michaels, and The Rev. John Roof for their many years of faithful and inspired service to this Diocese and the Episcopal Church at large.
Submitted by The Resolutions Committee of the Episcopal Diocese of Indianapolis
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