242nd Annual Convention of the Episcopal Church in Delaware
November 20 — 21, 2026
Hyatt Place | 1301 Coastal Hwy | Dewey Beach
Discovering and
Rediscovering Christ
“Surely God is my salvation;
I will trust, and will not be afraid.”
Isaiah 12.2 (NRSV)
Hyatt Place
Dewey Beach, Delaware
Everyone is Invited
Registration Below!
Call to Convention
Distributed April 15 via 'The Net' eNewsletter
Certification of Delagation
Canonical deadline: September 21
Certification of Clergy
All canonical and licensed clergy should certify no later than September 21
Registration
Early Bird (discounted) registration ends October 21.
Resolutions Form
Resolutions should be submitted no later than September 21.
Nomination Form
Nominations close October 21
View Elected Diocesan Offices here
Exhibitor/Vendor Registration
Register to have a table space at convention.
This page will be updated regularly as convention plans progress and additional information becomes available.
Convention Guidebook
View the Convention Guidebook. Hard-copy will be available at convention.
Ministry Reports
View the Ministry Reports
Guidance on Sanctuary ...
Guidance on Sanctuary, Immigration
Enforcement, & Know-Your-Rights
Convention App
Find all things convention here
Elections
Results posted here
Budget
View budget information
Guest Speaker
The Rt. Rev. Scott Anson Benhase
We are thrilled to welcome the Rt. Rev. Scott Anson Benhase as this year’s convention speaker. Bishop Benhase brings a wealth of pastoral and leadership experience, having served parishes across the country before becoming the 10th Bishop of the Diocese of Georgia in 2010. A graduate of Virginia Theological Seminary, he also holds advanced degrees in urban leadership and ministry, and is a published author whose work draws on a Benedictine approach to parish leadership. Since 2023, he has been serving as assisting bishop in the Diocese of Florida, helping rebuild trust and nurture healthy common ministry.
Bishop Benhase’s deep faith, wisdom, and practical experience promise to enrich our time together.
Convention Agenda
This outline provides the basic schedule for convention.
A complete agenda with session details will be available later.
| Friday, November 20 | |
| 12:00 p.m. | Registration |
| 1:00 p.m. | New delegate orientation |
| 2:00 p.m. | Business Session I, Forming Convention & Bishop’s Address |
| 4:00 p.m. | Hearing(s) |
| 5:30 p.m. | ‘Meet the Candidates’ Social |
| 6:15 p.m. | Dinner |
| 7:00 p.m. | Keynote Speaker |
| 8:00 p.m. | Compline |
| Saturday, November 21 | |
| 8:00 a.m. | Registration |
| 9:00 a.m. | Morning Prayer with Holy Communion |
| 10:30 a.m. | Workshops (3) |
| 12:00 p.m. | Lunch |
| 12:30 p.m. | Business Session II – Convention Business |
| 4:00 p.m. | Adjournment |
Convention Hotel
Hyatt Place Dewey Beach
Hotel Reservations — BOOK NOW!
We’re excited to share that this year’s Annual Convention of the Episcopal Church in Delaware will be held November 20–21 at the beautiful Hyatt Place in Dewey Beach — and we’re so glad to be heading back to Dewey! There’s something special about gathering near the water, and we’re already looking forward to being together in that space.
- Group rate: $129/night for standard room
- Cut-off date for special rate (set by hotel): October 23
- Group code: G-EPIS
- Book your room here or
- Call: 1-855-556-1297 to make your reservation
Convention Planning Team
Secretary of Conventionjbarr1097@comcast.net
Convention Manager
Director of Communicationscbimbi@delaware.church
Convention Administratorsparfitt-simpson@delaware.church
Executive Assistant to the Bishop kmoore@delaware.church
Questions? Regarding certification, online forms, ministry reports, registration, hotel, vendor opportunities contact Cynde Bimbi.
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Session I
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November 12 4:30–6:00 p.m. |
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Session II
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November 15 9:00–10:30 a.m. |
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Master Fund A Hybrid Meeting |
November 21 4:00 p.m. |
