Welcome to the 158th Annual Convention
of the Episcopal Diocese of Easton

February 27 – 28, 2026
Princess Royale Oceanfront Hotel & Conference Center
Ocean City, MD

“Coming Together in Love”
“Let us consider how to encourage one another in love and good deeds.”

(Hebrews 10:24)

The 158th Annual Convention of the Episcopal Diocese of Easton gathers clergy, lay delegates, and faithful members from across Maryland’s Eastern Shore to celebrate our life together in Christ. This sacred time of worship, fellowship, and shared discernment reflects who we are as a community rooted in faith and united in mission.

This year’s theme, “Coming Together in Love,” calls us to embrace the transforming power of God’s love as we listen, learn, and labor side by side for the sake of the Gospel. In a world often marked by division, we affirm our call to reconciliation, compassion, and hope — building bridges of understanding and grace within our churches and communities.

We are delighted to gather in person this year at the Princess Royale Oceanfront Resort in Ocean City, Maryland, where our diocesan family will join in worship, conversation, and collaboration. As the primary governing body of the Diocese, the Annual Convention offers an opportunity to reflect on the past year’s ministry, discern new directions, and make decisions that shape our common life.

We welcome all clergy, delegates, alternates, visitors, and friends to this milestone gathering as we joyfully come together in love to celebrate God’s abundant blessings and renew our commitment to serve Christ in all persons.

Timeline of Convention Events

UPCOMING CONVOCATION MEETING

We will hold one virtual Convocation Meeting via Zoom on February 10th.

Meeting information is listed below: 

Click Here for DRAFT AGENDA

February Convocation Meeting – February 10th

February Convocation Meeting on Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 7:00pm.
Link to Zoom   Meeting ID: 826 7261 9201 

Livestreamed via Zoom – from Bray House

Constitutions and Canons Amendment

Respectfully submitted by the Title VIII Working Group: The Rev. Dr. Darcy Williams, Chrissy Aull, Sandra Bjork, The Very Rev. Susan Leight, Lynn McLain, The Very Rev. David Michaud, The Very Rev. Claire Nevin-Field, Tom Shuster, Julia Connelly Zahn, Regan Smith, Esq., Chancellor.

Resolutions for Debate

REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON RESOLUTIONS FOR DEBATE FOR THE 158TH CONVENTION OF THE DIOCESE OF EASTON

The members of the Committee on Resolutions for Debate are Debra Dragone, Chair, The Reverend Canon Michael Lokey, The Rev. John Schaeffer, Gordon Fronk, Esquire, Linda Hurley, and the Venerable Laura Harbaugh, ex officio. The Committee received five (5) proposed Resolutions (click on each link below to view complete Resolution).  After each submitted Resolution for Debate, the committee has provided its recommendation to the Convention.  Click here for full report.

Nominating Committee – Candidates for 2026 Convention

Current as of Nominating Committee Mtg, 2.1.2026

A.  Standing Committee: 3-year term:

1 Clergy at large –
Rev. Marianne Ell
Rev. Canon Michael Lokey
Rev. Charlotte Meyer
Rev. Michael Valiant

 1 Lay at large –
Granville Blades
Jefferson Moak
Jeffrey Pike 

B. Diocesan Council: 3-year term At Large:

1 Clergy at large –
Rev. Lynda Habel
Rev. Lynn Wiljanen

1 Lay at large –
Pamela Ann Quarstein
Karen Papke-Shields

Diocesan Council: 3-year term – two exceptions below:

1 Northern, a CLERGY Representative – Rev. Marguerite (Peggy) Samuels
1 Northern, a LAY Representative (1 year term (Habel) – James Martinez
1 Middle, a LAY Representative – Florence Adams
1 Southern, a LAY Representative – Michael Wheatley
1 Southern, a LAY Representative (1 year term (Robinette) – Jim Cockey

C. Provincial Synod Representatives – 3-year term

1 Clergy –
Rev. Mark Delcuze
Rev. Marianne Ell

2 Lay –
Noelle Filion-Powell
Tom Shuster
Eddie Vance

D. Board of Managers – this committee sends in their own candidates

Ray Munsch Renewal of three-year term
Hank Phillips First full three-year term after replacing Tom Mendenhall upon his resignation

E. Deputies to General Convention 2027 – July 1 – July 8, 2027 Phoenix, Arizonia   

4 Clergy & 4 Clergy Alternate Deputies –
Rev. Stephanie Clayville
Rev. Kevin Cross
Rev. Mark Delcuze
Rev. Marianne Ell
Rev. Lynda Habel
Rev. Laura Harbaugh
Rev. Canon Michael Lokey
Rev. Charlotte Meyer
Rev. Marguerite (Peggy) Samuels
Rev. Suz Southern
Rev. Nathaniel Pierce

4 Lay & 4 Lay Alternate Deputies –
Granville Blades
Jim Cockey
Linda Hurley
Susan Moore
Noelle Filion-Powell
Pamela Ann Quarstein
Kathleen Wise
Tom Shuster
Eddie Vance

2026 Nominating Committee:

The following have confirmed their service for the 2026 Nominating Committee:

Northern Convocation: Lisa Sabetti, Sally Rifenburg, The Reverend Nicholas Sichangi
Middle Convocation: Florence Adams, Granville Blades, The Very Reverend Susan Leight
Southern Convocation: James Cockey, Linda Hurley, The Very Reverend David Michaud

Additional Convention Links

(Links will turn blue when live)

• Call to Convention
• Credentials Form for Delegates & Alternates
• 2026 Final Budget as Approved by Council
• Proposed Rules of Order
• Notice of Proposed Canonical Amendments 
• Registration
• Acts of the 2024 General Convention for Review
• 2026 Treasurer’s Report Handout
• 2026 Treasurer’s Report Slides
• Convention Agenda
• Latest Diocese of Easton Budget Summary Slides 2026
• Resolution of Courtesy and Appreciation

2025 Journal

Read the Journal of the 2025 Convention of the Diocese of Easton