Governance

Standing Committee

The Standing Committee serves as the bishop’s Council of Advice.

Trustees

Diocesan Trustees manage the holdings and funds of the diocese and all other funds and property given, devised, or bequeathed for the use or benefit of the diocese, or of any diocesan activity.

Diocesan Council

Diocesan Council is the elected body that conducts the business and affairs of the diocese in between conventions.

Constitution & Canons

The Diocese of West Virginia is governed by the Constitution & Canons. As a member Diocese of the Episcopal Church, we are bound by the Constitution & Canons of The Episcopal Church.

Diocesan Convention

Diocesan Convention is the primary legislative body of the Diocese of West Virginia. Diocesan Convention meets annually and the location rotates around the Diocese.

Province III

The Diocese of West Virginia is a member of Province III of the Episcopal Church.

General Convention of The Episcopal Church

General Convention is the denominational legislative body of the Episcopal Church.