Additional Discernment Resources

There are several resources available to help you in your discernment process:

PEER NETWORKS

Clergy of Color Caucus: The Clergy of Color Caucus of the Episcopal Diocese of North Carolina exists to provide fellowship and mutual support for clergy of color and those who serve communities of color in our diocese.

Convocation Clericus Gatherings: Many of our convocations organize regular clericus meetings for regional clergy. To learn more about the gatherings in your area, contact your local dean.

Deacons of the Diocese of North Carolina: The deacons throughout the Diocese of North Carolina are always ready to help those discerning a call. To be in touch with a deacon in your area, contact Archdeacon Jan Lamb.

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Contact

Elizabeth Dawkins

Executive Assistant to the Bishop

919-600-5301

Patricia Sarazen

Executive Assistant to the Assistant Bishop

919-600-5304

Elizabeth Dawkins

Executive Assistant to the Bishop
919-600-5301 |

A native North Carolinian, Elizabeth Dawkins was born in Raleigh and is a life-long Episcopalian. Prior to joining the diocesan staff as executive assistant to the Bishop Diocesan, she enjoyed 15 years on staff at The Church of the Good Shepherd, Raleigh.

She enjoys spending time with family, gardening, and joining friends to see any play at the DPAC. Her addiction to modern fiction and classic literature, with a particular weakness for John Donne, is just the lingering after effect of having received an MA in English Languages and Literature from NCSU.

Patricia Sarazen

Executive Assistant to the Assistant Bishop
919-600-5304 |

A cradle Episcopalian, Sarazen served for many years in the Dioceses of Massachusetts, Northern Indiana and, most recently, North Carolina. For the past two years, she worked as the administrative assistant for spiritual growth and adult formation at Christ Church, Charlotte. There she was involved in creating and supporting transformative programming including Christian Essentials, Sacred Ground, The Good Book Beginning to End, and The Space Between us, to name a few.

As a graduate of Duke University, Sarazen is an avid Blue Devils fan and looks forward to March Madness and cheering on the team. Her other interests include music, reading, travel and spending time with her family. One of her favorite things is going to church, especially visiting different churches and experiencing the Eucharist in unique and inviting ways.

Clergy Calendar

Thursday, 10/5 at 10:00 AM

EpiscopalStart

Thursday, 10/12 at 7:00 PM

Charlotte Convocation Pre-Convention Meeting

Tuesday, 10/17 at 7:00 PM

Budget Webinar #1

Wednesday, 10/18 at 12:00 PM

Budget Webinar #2

Wednesday, 10/18 at 7:00 PM

Sandhills Convocation Pre-convention Meeting

Thursday, 10/19 at 5:30 PM

Webinar: Preaching and Teaching Resources for Stewardship

Thursday, 10/19 at 7:00 PM

Durham Convocation Pre-convention Meeting

Monday, 10/23 at 4:00 PM

Annual Enrollment Office Hours

EpiscopalStart

Thursday, October 5, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Contact Canon Catherine Massey with questions.

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Charlotte Convocation Pre-Convention Meeting

Thursday, October 12, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Contact the Rev. Amanda Stephenson for the Zoom link.

Clergy and lay delegates will gather to discuss resolutions and the proposed diocesan mission and ministry budget, as well as to elect a convocational youth delegate and alternate.

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Budget Webinar #1

Tuesday, October 17, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

REGISTER.

The diocese will hold two webinars to present the proposed 2024 diocesan mission and ministry budget that will be voted on by the 208th Annual Convention. The webinars are identical and are offered twice to accommodate different schedules.

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Budget Webinar #2

Wednesday, October 18, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

REGISTER.

The diocese will hold two webinars to present the proposed 2024 diocesan mission and ministry budget that will be voted on by the 208th Annual Convention. The webinars are identical and are offered twice to accommodate different schedules.

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Sandhills Convocation Pre-convention Meeting

Wednesday, October 18, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Clergy and lay delegates will gather to discuss resolutions and the proposed diocesan mission and ministry budget, as well as to elect a convocational youth delegate and alternate.

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Webinar: Preaching and Teaching Resources for Stewardship

Thursday, October 19, 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

REGISTER

Thursday, October 19, 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.

You are invited to join this free webinar on preaching and teaching about stewardship theology. Learn new ideas and share practices for formation around Biblical themes and Gospel values for fundraising. This webinar will be led by Cn. J. Davey Gerhard, Executive Director of TENS: The Episcopal Network for Stewardship.

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Durham Convocation Pre-convention Meeting

Thursday, October 19, 7:00 PM - 8:15 PM

Clergy and lay delegates will gather to discuss resolutions and the proposed diocesan mission and ministry budget, as well as to elect a convocational youth delegate and alternate. Bring a snack to share!

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Annual Enrollment Office Hours

Monday, October 23, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Erin Sweeney, Diocesan Benefits and Finance Coordinator, will be holding four Annual Enrollment Open Zoom Meetings on Mondays, beginning October 23 – November 13 from 4:00-5:00pm EST. You are invited to join during any of the sessions and bring your questions regarding Annual Enrollment. Please find the Zoom Meeting Link below.

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