Two weeks ago, more than two dozen delegates to the diocese of Florida’s recent bishop election filed objections to the electoral process. This week, the Standing Committee offered an initial response to the allegations.
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The Standing Committee of the Episcopal Diocese of Florida has shared some details of an upcoming convention to try again to elect their next bishop
Holt has rescinded his acceptance of the election. consent process set out will not go forward. The Standing Committee is considering next steps.
“The Standing Committee is meeting and praying, as there are many factors to weigh and consider. You can expect to hear from us and/or Bishop Howard within the next couple of days regarding the path forward.”
An ecclesial Court of Review has determined that the recent episcopal election in the diocese of Florida was significantly flawed; having failed to follow diocesan canons and running afoul of Florida law. Though the court does not have authority to overturn the election, the irregularities found do call into the question the ability for the …
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The Rt. Rev. Todd Ousley, Bishop for Pastoral Development for the Episcopal Church responds to a formal complaint filed by delegates from the electing convention.
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