STANDING COMMITTEE
The Standing Committee is the council of advice to the bishop which also serves as the ecclesiastical authority of the diocese when there is no bishop. Five clergy of the diocese and four members of the laity (who are enrolled confirmed adult communicants in good standing of a church in the diocese). They are elected by convention for terms of three years, staggered so that one-third of the nine are elected each year.
Bylaws of the Standing Committee
CURRENT COMMITTEE MEMBERS
2025
The Rev. Kristin Whittaker, secretary
Mary Wellman
The Rev. David Umphlett
2026
Gertrude Murchison
The Rev. Linda Nye
David Tamer
2027
Joanne Jenkins
The Rev. Brad Smith
The Rev. Rebecca Yarbrough
CHURCH REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS
Did you know that prior to signing a lease, taking out a mortgage or loan, or selling church property, a church must petition the Standing Committee for approval? (Canon 23, Canons of the Diocese of North Carolina)
Please help us to help you with these legal matters by having your initial petition and supporting documents to us no later than two weeks prior to our monthly meeting date, the third Monday of each month at 9:00 am at Diocesan House (currently via Zoom).It is best to contact us as soon as you think you may be involved in any of these events. Please send all correspondence to the president.
Your needs will be addressed as efficiently as possible so that you can meet your deadlines and we can effectively conduct our business.
If the Standing Committee has questions on your proposal, we may contact you for further information. On rare occasions, the Standing Committee will contact you to schedule time to address the committee in person.
We are here to serve you and to address your needs; please help us to meet your expectations and goals.
