Photos from the 2024 Diocesan Convention held Saturday, Nov. 9 at the Marriott Boston Quincy Hotel in Quincy.
Bishop Carol Gallagher and Bishop Julia Whitworth co-chair their first Diocesan Convention together. Photo: Tracy J. Sukraw
Registration volunteer Aaron Ross welcomes the Rev. Pam Werntz. Photo: Tracy J. Sukraw
The Rev. Ryan Lun with visitors to the convention chapel, set up to offer quiet space for respite and reflection. Photo: Tracy J. Sukraw
Sister Kristina Frances, SSM at the tech table. Photo: Tracy J. Sukraw
Pam Alleyne, Canon Greg Perez and The Rev. Debbie Phillips Photo: Tracy J. Sukraw
The day begins with Holy Eucharist. Photo: Tracy J. Sukraw
The Rev. Kevin Vetiac opens the service with song. Photo: Tracy J. Sukraw
Crucifer J.T. Minor leads the procession. Photo: Tracy J. Sukraw
Deacons Ema Rosero-Nordalm and Clifford Goodridge in the opening procession. Photo: Tracy J. Sukraw
Bishop Carol Gallagher presides. Photo: Tracy J. Sukraw
Bishop Julia Whitworth gives her inaugural address. Photo: Tracy J. Sukraw
Bishops Carol Gallagher and Julia Whitworth at the font. Photo: Tracy J. Sukraw
Bishop Julia Whitworth sprinkles the congregation with holy water following the renewal of baptismal vows. Photo: Tracy J. Sukraw
The gifts of God for the people of God: Bishop Gallagher presides at celebration of Holy Eucharist, with Bishop Julia Whitworth, the Rev. Deacon Clifford Goodridge, the Rev. Deacon Virgilio Fortuna, and J.T. Minor. Photo: Tracy J. Sukraw
The Rev. Chris Wendell administers the sacrament. Photo: Tracy J. Sukraw
Bishop Julia Whitworth administers the sacrament. Photo: Tracy J. Sukraw
Canon Kelly O'Connell administers the sacrament. Photo: Tracy J. Sukraw
The Rev. Faith Mbuthia administers the sacrament. Photo: Tracy J. Sukraw
Bishop Carol Gallagher gives the blessing. Photo: Tracy J. Sukraw
"Guide my feet:" Musician lead the final hymn: The Rev. Kevin Vetiac, Lauren Zook, Morgan Beckford, Laura Grill Jaye, Louise Mundinger, The Rev. Zachary Kinyua. Photo: Tracy J. Sukraw
The Rev. Will Mebane, with the Rev. James Hairston and Deborah Gardner Walker, presents the Racial Justice Commission's report and a resolution to adopt a new antiracism curriculum created for the diocese. Photo: Tracy J. Sukraw
The Rev. Kathy McAdams and Alison Peaceful Deer Miller shared a report and reflections on the work of the Allyship Subcommittee of the Racial Justice Commission. Photo: Tracy J. Sukraw
Treasurer Ted Ts'o presents the diocesan budget proposed for 2025. Photo: Tracy J. Sukraw
Diocesan Youth Council member Juliet Stewart inquires about youth ministry funding during the budget report. Photo: Tracy J. Sukraw
The Rev. Tom Kennedy reports on the "humble but profound" legacy of the Boston Episcopal Charitable Society as it marks its 300th year. Photo: Tracy J. Sukraw
The Rev. Maggie Arnold and Pam Mathews joined the Rev. Tom Kennedy in enlightening Convention about the Boston Episcopal Charitable Society's 300 years of stewardship and grant-giving support of individuals and communities in need. Photo: Tracy J. Sukraw
The Rev. Lynn Campbell and Dr. Brian Litzenberger updated the convention on the work of the Healthy Congregations Task Force. Photo: Tracy J. Sukraw
Representing the Diocesan Youth Council: Eli Baldwin, Gabriella Entrican, Juliet Stewart and Geneva Kelleher. Photo: Tracy J. Sukraw
The Rev. Zenetta Armstrong gives testimony about the good work of the Boston Episcopal Charitable Society. Photo: Tracy J. Sukraw
Convention offers its appreciation for Bishop Carol Gallagher as she prepares to retire. Photo: Tracy J. Sukraw
The Rev. Zachary Kinyua leads the convention in closing song. Photo: Tracy J. Sukraw
Adjourned: Bishop Carol Gallagher and Bishop Julia Whitworth with Parliamentarian Byron Rushing, Chancellor Ned Notis-McConarty and Assistant Parliamentarian Michael Thompson. Photo: Tracy J. Sukraw
