Commission on Ministry: Assists the Bishop in determining present and future needs for ministry in the Diocese, recruiting and selecting persons for Holy Orders and guiding and examining postulants, candidates and deacons in training for the priesthood.

Ms. Donna Blackistone, Chair

703/978-2948

Commission on Congregational Development: Expanded the work of the Vista Task Force assigned to create a strategic plan and provide resources for congregations in the development of their mission. Provides resources for annual contract with Percept, Inc., parish development overnights, consultants and matching funds for revisioning.-

The Rev. David Keill, Chair

804/264-9474

Commission on Lay Ministry: Purpose is to inform and educate people in the Diocese in a way that equips and enables them to live into their baptismal covenant and own ministry in their daily lives.

Ms. Kellee Wattenbarger

703/451-1088

Young Priests Initiative: Initial seed money to foster and develop ongoing identification of and intentional recruitment of younger adults considering the ordained ministry as a vocation.

The Rev. Percy Grant

800-DIOCESE

pgrant@thediocese.net

Commission on Liturgy and Church Music: Using diocesan guidelines, plans and implements diocesan worship services and represents the Diocese at the National Liturgical Conference. Provides Leadership Program for Musicians.

The Rev. Don Binder, Chair

703/339-6572

Standing Committee: Exists by Canon to help conduct the affairs of the Diocese. It is a board of counsel and advice to the Bishop. Participates in the process toward ordination, the giving and withholding of consent for the consecration of new bishops. In some cases, it may act as the ecclesiastical authority.

Ms. Cindi Bartol, President

703/370-3555

Commission for South African Partnership: A group of concerned clergy and lay persons committed to fostering and nurturing a relationship and joint venture in ministry between the Episcopal Diocese of Virginia and the Anglican Diocese of Christ the King.

Rev. Greg Jones, Chair

804/355-1779

Province III Representation: Province III deputies represent the Diocese of Virginia at provincial council and synod meetings.

Commission on Prevention of Sexual Misconduct: Provides training for the prevention of sexual misconduct and assists the Bishops in responding to individuals and congregations when misconduct or allegations of misconduct occur.

The Rev. Kent Rahm, Chair

540/373-2996

Commission on Professional Standards and Support: Serves the Diocese by improving standards for clergy and other persons who are employed by the Church; monitors systems for their support and recommends improvements in these systems. Implements "Fresh Start," a leadership development program for clergy and lay professionals.

The Rev. Jim Papile, Chair

703/438-6530