The Report of the

Diocesan Nominating Committee

to the

107th Annual Diocesan Council

to be held

February 17 - 19, 2011

San Marcos, Texas

 Nominees for Council 2011
Executive Board
Two clergy and four laypersons are to be elected for three-
year terms. Retiring incumbents, Mr. Robert Browning,
Mrs. Kelley Kimble, Mr. Curt Mowen, Mr. Garry Schnelz-
er, and the Rev. Paul Frey are ineligible.
Description of duties: The Executive Board is required to
meet two times a year, but usually meets more often. The
board functions in a way similar to a parish vestry, includ-
ing preparing the diocesan budget and submitting it to
council for approval. The Executive Board appoints several
committees, including the Finance Department and the
Nominating Committee. The Executive Board approves
the designations regarding the World Mission funding
opportunities (line 1b). Members of the Executive Board
serve as liaisons to the various departments and commis-
sions of the diocese. A knowledge of (and experience in)
ministries representing the breadth of the diocese is an asset
to persons who serve on the Executive Board. At the same
time, a willingness to engage diocesan ministry and learn of
the breadth of the diocese is the most basic requirement for
service on the Executive Board.
Clergy
The Rev. Bill Allport: St. Helena’s,
Boerne
Qualifications: New perspective, deep
ties to Diocese of WTX, passion for teach-
ings of Christ, innovative and creative
thinker, theologian
Local Church Activities: Rector of St.
Helena’s
Diocesan Activities: Formerly on Bish-
op’s Advisory Committee in Diocese of Hawaii; Executive
Board, Diocese of Hawaii
Nominated by: Clergy colleagues
The Rev. Philip Cunningham:
St. Margaret’s, San Antonio
Qualifications: Well rounded with a
diverse background and strong faith who
would give an excellent perspective
Local Church Activities: Vicar of St.
Margaret’s
Nominated by: Mike Gibson
The Rev. Kevin Dellaria: St. Andrew’s,
Seguin
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV Served congregations
spanning three different dioceses (North-
west Texas, Texas, and West Texas);
committed to the unity and strengthening
of The Episcopal Church and the Anglican
Communion; rector of a parish active in mission to Central
America
Local Church Activities: Rector of St. Andrew’s, coordi-
nator of Financial Peace University
Diocesan Activities: Chair: Diocesan Nominating Com-
mittee for Council, 2011; Diocesan Insurance Committee;
Anglican Covenant discussion group for Clergy Day 2010;
Honduras missions
Nominated by: Nominating Committee
The Rev. Scott Penrod: Trinity, Pharr
Qualifications: I have served as a leader
of a variety of Diocese of WTX ministries
for 20+ years.
Local Church Activities: Rector of Trin-
ity, Rio Grande Valley Good Samaritan
Community Services Advisory Board, Pharr Community
Outreach Project Executive Board
Diocesan Activities: Past: Youth Commission Chairman,
Spiritual Director for Happening, Evangelism Depart-
ment, Compensation Committee, Lay Rector for Cursillo.
Current: Member of Mustang Island Program Committee,
Member of Advisory Board Rio Grande Valley Good Sa-
maritan Community Services
Nominated by: Kim Dozier
The Rev. Charles Sharrow: St. Paul’s,
Brownsville
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV Cross-cultural ministry
experience for more than twenty years. I
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in Spanish and English. I also believe I
have the gift of spiritual discernment for
making decisions as well as a life based
on a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and a life of
prayer and the practice of spiritual disciplines.
Local Church Activities: I am currently the Vicar of St.
Paul’s Episcopal Mission in Brownsville. I preach in Span-
ish every Sunday and function as the primary teacher and
spiritual director of my congregation.
Diocesan Activities: Diocesan Evangelism Committee,
Continuing Ed Committee, TMI Trustee, SOMA mission-
ary to Argentina 1999, SOMA missionary to India October
2009, chaplain at Camp Capers, Mustang Island Family
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Camp chaplain, Happening Spiritual Director, Cursillo Asst.
Spiritual Director, Honduras medical mission chaplain
Nominated by: Joy Herrera
The Rev. Patrick Soule: St. Andrew’s,
Corpus Christi
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV Passion for being in-
volved in the life of the wider church
Local Church Activities: Vicar of St.
Andrew’s
Diocesan Activities: Asst. Spiritual Direc-
tor, Cursillo #248; Spiritual Director, Cursillo #255
Nominated by: Bishop’s Committee
Lay
Susan Alwais: St. George, San Antonio
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV Administration, leader-
ship, discernment
Local Church Activities: Currently serv-
Local Church Activities: Lay Eucharist Minister, Senior
Warden on Vestry, council delegate, Strategic Planning
chair, EFM graduate, Hospitality Committee, co-coordina-
tor and design team chair of LifeStreams (Rite II service),
music leader, Christian Ed chair
Diocesan Activities: Diocesan refugee coordinator;
founder of CARMN (Central American Refugee Ministry
Network), a national church project; co-founder Episcopal
Youth for Social Action; team member for Cursillo, Hap-
pening, and Vocare
Nominated by: The Rev. Sandy Casey-Martus and Alan
Johnson, Senior Warden
Kimerly Dozier: Trinity, Pharr
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV Kim has served as Jr. War-
den, served on the United Way Board of
Tarrant County, and worked for 25 years
in accounting and payroll.
Local Church Activities: Council del-
egate, Christian Ed Director, Daughters
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year), Daughters of the King Vice Presi-
dent, choir, past council delegate
Diocesan Activities: Cursillo team #252
Nominated by: Vestry
Dustin Barrows: St. Stephen’s, San
Antonio
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV Has a strong desire
for ministry in the diocese. Has a good
understanding of diocesan ministries
through experience. Has a deep committed
relationship with Jesus Christ as our Lord
and Savior. Has a willingness to serve the
diocese and the people in it.
Local Church Activities: Vestry, Jr. Warden; lay reader;
council delegate/alternate; stewardship chairperson;
acolyte; and Eucharistic Minister
Diocesan Activities: Diocesan Information and Technol-
ogy Committee, Diocesan Ecological Stewardship Com-
mittee, Happening adult resource, Camp Capers summer
staff, Bishop’s Youth Action council, and diocesan council
technology
Nominated by: The Rev. Omar Pitman
Gary Chatham: All Saints,
Corpus Christi
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV Over 40 years involve-
ment in mission and ministry in the
Diocese of WTX, major event planning
and execution, deep faith and commitment
to inclusivity and hospitality, extensive
experience in church operations at parish, diocesan, and
national levels
of the King, LEM, worship leader, and
catechist
Nominated by: The Rev. Scott Penrod
Betty Jo Elder: Trinity, Victoria
Local Church Activities: I have been an
involved member of Trinity Church since
1978. After becoming a member of Trinity,
I have taught Bibles study, Sunday school,
and served on the Christian Ed committee.
I have served on our Vestry for two terms
and one year as Senior Warden. I am also
a member of the Altar Guild, Community of Hope, and
Vice President of the Daughters of the King. I serve on the
Sunday morning breakfast committee, the Saint Michael’s
meal guild, and I deliver meals for the senior citizens of
Victoria. I am an usher and serve on the front door gift
ministry.
Diocesan Activities: In the past I have served on the Dioc-
esan Executive Board for two terms. Delegate to Triennial,
deputy to General Convention
Nominated by: The Rev. Kevin Dellaria
Carrie Guerra: St. John’s, McAllen
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV She is a bright woman –
who has a heart for God – loves the church
and is delighted in the exercise of her
ministries.
Local Church Activities: Christian Edu-
cation, Lay Eucharistic Minister, council
delegate, church school chapel leader, chil-
dren’s church coordinator, local and other mission activities
Diocesan Activities: Trainer for Safeguarding God’s Chil-
dren, Happening board member, teacher at Camp Capers,
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other diocesan youth events
Nominated by: Nominating Committee
Rodney J. Hart: St. Mark’s, Corpus
Christi
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV Professional engineer,
EDQNLQJDQG¿QDQFHEDFNJURXQGLQGHSHQ-
dent businessman for 25+ years, Board
of Managers, Nueces County Hospital
District
Local Church Activities: Current Senior
Warden, past Junior Warden, lay reader,
LEM, search committee for rector, numerous terms on the
Vestry, council delegate
Nominated by: The Rev. John Hardie
Mike Horridge: St. Thomas,
San Antonio
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV Mike brings a strong
commitment to the Episcopal Church and
to the mission and ministry of the Dio-
cese of WTX. His activities at St. Thomas
and DWTX include both leadership and
service ministries.
Local Church Activities: St. Thomas Vestry, two terms
as Senior Warden; chair of Greeter Ministry; member of
choir; co-chair for Faith Alive programs; chair for steward-
ship; co-chair of capital funds drive; Vestry representative
to St. Thomas School; council delegate 15 years; member
of rector and music director search committees; chair of
Lay Compensation-Policy/Procedures Committee; chair of
Long-Term Visioning Task Force; co-chair of adult retreat
programs; member of men’s Bible study program; volun-
teer for Habitat for Humanity
Diocesan Activities: Elected member of the Board of
Directors of Morningside Ministries for six years, past
member of Executive Board, appointed Executive Board
representative to Finance Committee and the Camps and
Conference ministries, chair of Mission and Ministry Task
Force, stewardship consultant, member of Clergy-Lay
Compensation Committee, original and current member of
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nance and stewardship committees, member of the diocesan
Faith Alive Committee and participant in numerous Faith
Alive programs in the last 22 years, and founder and co-
chair of The Bishop’s Golf Classic fundraiser for children’s
scholarships to camp and youth activities
Nominated by: Vestry of St. Thomas, San Antonio
William Cash Keith: St. Philip’s, Uvalde
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV Cash is the Systems Ad-
ministrator for Uvalde ISD. His business
and technical experience are well suited
for the business of the church. Cash is
currently serving St. Philip’s as Senior
Warden, and his deeply spiritual life will
be a huge asset to the Executive Board.
Local Church Activities: Vestry, Senior Warden, Junior
Warden; council delegate; LEM; lay reader
Nominated by: The Rev. Michael K. Marsh
Zoila Martinez: Grace Episcopal,
San Antonio
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV Loves to be actively
involved in church activities, prayerful
lifestyle
Local Church Activities: Served on
Vestry three times (member of Grace,
Weslaco for 24 years), lay reader – bilingual, taught Sunday
school for over 20 years, council delegate and alternate, ac-
tive with youth group, acolytes and altar guild
Diocesan Activities: Participant in council and youth
activities
Nominated by: Joy Herrera
David “Barry” McBurnett: Church of
the Good Shepherd, Corpus Christi
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV Last line of hymn 474,
“Love so amazing, so divine, demands my
soul, my life, my all.”
Local Church Activities: Vestry, Junior
Warden; participate in music program;
help with senior high youth ministry;
served on last rector search committee;
Cliff Maus work days; Mission 911 workday
Diocesan Activities: Active in Cursillo – served on many
teams with music and different roles, council delegate, Cur-
sillo reunion group, helped with music at Diocesan Council
2010.
Nominated by: Vestry
David A. Phipps: St. Mark’s,
San Antonio
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV David is an excellent
leader who provides wisdom and a deep
faith in Christ.
Local Church Activities: Vestry 2008-
2010, Senior Warden 2010, Outreach
Committee, lay reader, council delegate,
Lay Eucharistic Minister, parish choir
member for 12 years
Diocesan Activities: Council delegate 2009, 2010
Nominated by: The Rev. Michael Chalk
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 John Upper: St. Andrew’s, Seguin
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV John shows leader-
ship abilities and determination and has
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is actively involved in church matters
and would be a great representative to the
diocese.
Local Church Activities: Senior War-
den (2010), Vestry, fellowship chairman,
usher, council delegate
Nominated by: The Rev. Kevin Dellaria
David Wallace: Christ Church,
San Antonio
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV David is a past treasurer
and Vestry person at Christ Church. He
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ership qualities.
Local Church Activities: Vestry, treasurer
(past), Lay Eucharistic Minister, usher
Diocesan Activities: None, but at this
time David has a keen interest in Christ Church and rela-
tionship with the diocese.
Nominated by: Martha Moore
Dave Weekley: St. Peter’s, Kerrville
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV Leader in business, par-
ish, and community; founder of Christian
Men’s Job Corps (president for six years);
liaison for Salvation Army on recovery
efforts; lived and worked in eight foreign
countries during career; elected to Com-
munity Foundation Board; board member
and treasurer of Partners in Ministry
Local Church Activities: Vestry, lector, LEM, PLEV,
chancel choir, outreach coordinator to B.T. Wilson 6th
Grade School (KISD)
Nominated by: The Rev. Stockton Williams
Trustees of the Episcopal Church Corporation
One clergy person and one lay person to be elected for a
three-year term. Retiring incumbents, the Rev. Don Lee is
not eligible, and Mr. Rob Schneider is eligible.
Description of duties: The Episcopal Church Corporation
holds title to the permanent funds and other property be-
longing to the diocese. It has authority to receive bequests
and donations, and to sell or mortgage property to which it
holds title. As such, Trustees should have an understand-
LQJRILQWHUHVWLQ¿QDQFLDOUHDOHVWDWHDQGSURSHUW\PDWWHUV Nominated by: Nominating Committee
The Trustees work with the Bishop on designating certain
restricted funds as they are needed in ministry. There is
usually monthly contact needed with the Trustees, and a
substantial amount of the Trustees business historically
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quarterly meetings. Today, most business is done electroni-
cally, via email.
Clergy
Paul A. Frey: Christ Church, Laredo
4XDOL¿FDWLRQVA love for the Episcopal
Church with its many graces, strengths,
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process is part of the way we shape our
life together, and a desire to do so charita-
bly.
Local Church Activities: Paul Frey has
been rector of Christ Church, Laredo, since October 2004.
Prior to that he was the rector of Church of the Redeemer
in Eagle Pass, TX, from August 1998 to 2004. Currently
in Laredo, Paul is active with many parish activities, the
Daybreak Rotary Club, Greater Laredo Disaster Relief
Committee, Casa Misericordia Battered Women’s Shelter,
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Diocesan Activities: In the Diocese of WTX he’s served
as a member of the Executive Board several times, the
Evangelism Committee, and TMI-The Episcopal School of
Texas Board of Trustees. He is a former dean of the West-
ern Convocation. Paul has served as dean or chaplain at
Camp Capers numerous times and as chaplain at Mustang
Island once.
Nominated by: Nominating Committee
Randy Melton: Church of the Messiah,
Gonzales
Local Church Activities: Rector of
Church of the Messiah
Diocesan Activities: Bishop’s missioner
for mission and program in Diocese of
Dallas 1995-99, Real Estate Advisory
Committee – Dallas 1995-99, Camp Capers Good Sam
session 2010, Camp Crucis – Dallas 1983-90 (conference
director, recruitment committee, steering committee, board
of managers), Deanery Youth Spiritual Director 1984-88,
summer youth camp committee – Dallas 1997-99, Episco-
pal Recreation Center Board 1998, COM – Dallas 1994-97,
Board of Examining Chaplains 2009-present, Northeastern
Convocation Dean 2010-present, Diocesan Recovery Re-
treat Spiritual Director 2009 and 2010, Cursillo 1987, 89,
95, 98, 2006, 2011; Dallas Episcopal Clergy Association
Steering Committee 1993-95, Christian Formation Com-
mission consultant 1997-98.
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 Timothy J. Vellom: St. Matthew’s,
Universal City
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV pastoral, listener, ability to
build consensus
Local Church Activities: Rector of St.
Matthew’s
Diocesan Activities: Executive Board,
Standing Committee, Dean of Central
Convocation, Cursillo and Happening
Spiritual Director, Camp Capers Dean, Bishop’s Sabbatical
Committee, Evangelism Department
Nominated by: Nominating Committee
Lay
Rusty Biechlin: St. Thomas, San Antonio
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV Legal background, serves
as trustee for private trust
Local Church Activities: Vestry (Senior
Warden), school board chairman, coun-
cil delegate multiple times, lay reader,
greeter, men’s groups, praise music band,
stewardship committee
Diocesan Activities: None yet, but I have run before.
Nominated by: Vestry
Granger MacDonald: St. Peter’s,
Kerrville
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV Extensive experience over
many years in real estate banking, ranch
management, construction supervisor;
management seminars at Wharton School
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agement, and ownership of rental apart-
ment projects, both affordable and market rate
Local Church Activities: Vestry 1998-2002; 2010-2013;
Senior Warden, 2001-2002 during interim between rectors
Diocesan Activities: Nominating Committee (past)
Nominated by: Vestry and the Rev. Stockton Williams
Rob Schneider: Holy Spirit, Dripping
Springs
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV Many years of experience
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tions, church leadership and governance
Local Church Activities: Vestry/Bishop’s
Committee, lay reader, chalice bearer,
council delegate, Christian Education, EFM
graduate, Cursillo
Diocesan Activities: Current: Constitution and Canons
Committee, Trustee of Church Corp; Past: congregational
development, Small Church Task Force, lay ministry,
LAND graduate
Nominated by: Vestry
Mark E. Williams: St. Andrew’s, Seguin
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV Bank board member for
25 years, treasurer of St. Andrew’s, CEO
of manufacturing company (prior to retire-
ment), real estate investor
Local Church Activities: Choir member;
past Vestry member and Senior Warden
in both St. Andrew’s and a parish in
Monterrey, Mexico; chair of search committee; lay reader;
treasurer; Junior Warden in parish in Mexico; delegate to
Diocesan Council in both Mexico and the Diocese of WTX
Nominated by: The Rev. Kevin Dellaria
Trustees of TMI - The Episcopal School of Texas
Two persons, either clergy or lay, and communicants of
the Diocese, shall be elected for a three-year term. Retir-
ing incumbents, the Revs. Milton Black and Paul Frey are
eligible.
Description of duties: The Board of Trustees shall be re-
sponsible for communicating the needs of the school to the
Diocese and to gather resources in support of the school at
the direction of the Board of Governors. The Trustees meet
3-4 times a year on average, at the campus of TMI.
The Rev. John Barrett: Christ Church,
San Antonio
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at TMI (1986-88), the last two years at
the old campus. He then moved to Dal-
las and taught English at the Episcopal
School of Dallas for seven years. John
then went to Trinity Episcopal School for
Ministry where his thesis was on “Secularization of Chris-
tian Schools.” Following seminary he was at St. Luke’s
Episcopal in Dallas for two years for his curacy and then
two years at Good Shepherd Episcopal Church and School,
Dallas, where he did parish work and was chaplain at the
school, teaching and conducting services. His background
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Local Church Activities: Assistant Rector of Christ
Church, in charge of Adult Education, involved in ministry
to families including pastoral visits, retreats
Nominated by: Martha Moore
Joan Cook Carabin: St. Paul’s,
San Antonio
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV Committed church mem-
ber, clergy spouse, community organizer,
skilled in vision implementation
Local Church Activities: St. Paul’s: New-
comers Committee 2010; Christ Church:
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Outreach Committee 1996-2004, Habitat Task Force, Lay
Eucharistic Minister; St. Mark’s: Outreach Committee
1992-1995; Grace Church: Lay Eucharistic Minister, Chris-
tian Education; St. Matthias, St. Timothy: Lay Eucharistic
Minister, reader, Christian Education, outreach
Diocesan Activities: Department of Christian Social Rela-
tions 1983-87, DCSR Coordinator 1994-96; member Pro-
vincial Planning Committee for Justice, Peace, and Worship
1996; chair of Race Relations Committee 1984-87; chair
Small Gifts for Habitat
Nominated by: The Rev. Doug Earle
Daniel L. Clark: St. George, San Antonio
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV Passionate about the mis-
sion of Jesus Christ, His church, and His
people; passionate about equipping youth
in their spiritual, academic, and athletic
endeavors; personally invested into TMI:
spouse is faculty and both sons are mem-
bers of the Corps of Cadets; giving – time,
tithes, gifts, offerings; spiritual maturity – 1 Timothy 3:5;
servant/leader experience: West Point graduate and career
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mands; served abroad in Honduras, Panama, Egypt, Ger-
many, Iraq; Chapter President, Army Aviation Association,
Alamo Chapter 2007-2010; planning member, Aerospace
Committee, Greater SA Chamber of Commerce, 2008-10;
planning member, Military Affairs Committee, Greater SA
Chamber of Commerce, 2008-10; Wounded Warrior Mentor
Program, Brooke Army Medical Center, 2010
Local Church Activities: Vestry 2008-10, Junior War-
den 2008; planner/developer of Greeter’s Program, 2009;
Steering Committee, Greeter’s Program, 2010; member of
Outreach Committee, 2007; baseball coach for 4/5th grade
boys, St. George Episcopal School, 2008-09; supported
mission work of Ashley Robey and Paul and Hillary Kyle
Diocesan Activities:SUD\HU¿QDQFLDOVXSSRUWWR+DUGLH
IDPLO\PLVVLRQWULSWR8JDQGDSUD\HU¿QDQFLDOVXSSRUWWR
World Mission Committee (Rev. Alison Barfoot), support
Good Samaritan Community Services, attended Abide in
Me Conference II, 2010
Nominated by: Vestry
Ann Nettles Fleming: St. Philip’s,
Uvalde
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV As a retired educator, Ann
has a life-long interest in academic excel-
lence.
Local Church Activities: Daughters of
the King, Women of St. Philip’s
Nominated by: The Rev. Mike Marsh
Charles A. Stephens, II: St. Thomas,
San Antonio
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV Primarily legal experience
and participation on boards of other chari-
table organizations; two children gradu-
ated from TMI, one 9th grader at TMI
Local Church Activities: Member of
St. Thomas since 1986, elected to Vestry,
chancellor approximately 15 years, council delegate, Sun-
day school, Boy Scout troop #515
Nominated by: Vestry and the Rev. Chuck Woehler
The Rev. Keith Turbeville:
Saint Elizabeth’s, Buda
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV Keith has served the
church over the last ten years in three dio-
ceses: the Diocese of Virginia, the Diocese
of Texas, and the Diocese of WTX. He has
served congregations as their youth and
adult leader, as well as a chaplain for St. James’ Episcopal
School in Leesburg, Virginia. Keith has a passion to see
youth learn and grow in a Christian environment. Currently
Keith has two children at TMI. Keith is fully committed to
the vision and importance of the unity between the Epis-
copal Church and the Anglican Church and their future
relationship together.
Local Church Activities: Vicar of Saint Elizabeth’s, Buda
Diocesan Activities: Member of Mustang Island Program
Committee; Dean at Camp Capers, senior high Mid-Winter
January 2011; senior high summer camp 2010, junior high
Mid-Winter January 2010; chaplain at Mustang Island
Family Camp 2009
Nominated by: The Rev. Kevin Dellaria
Trustees - University of the South
One lay person to be elected to a three-year term. One lay
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clergy person to be elected for a two-year unexpired term.
Retiring incumbent, Mrs. Kathleen Foster is eligible.
Description of duties: The Trustees of the University attend
the annual meeting of the Board of Trustees, promote Church
support and student enrollment, and report to the annual
Council the condition and progress of said University.
Clergy
The Rev. Stephen Carson: St. Luke’s,
San Antonio
4XDOL¿FDWLRQVCandor, passion, new vi-
sion, ability to work within current struc-
ture, recent Sewanee graduate of School of
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Theology, was sacristan there
Local Church Activities: Asst. Rector of St. Luke’s, SA
Diocesan Activities: New clergy in Diocese of WTX, Fam-
ily Camp at Mustang Island
Nominated by: The Rev. Matthew Wise
The Rev. Sean Maloney:
St. Bartholomew’s, Corpus Christi
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV Vision, passion, deep con-
nections with School of Theology (gradu-
ated in 2008)
Local Church Activities: Rector of St.
Bartholomew’s
Diocesan Activities: Reconciliation Com-
mission, Camp Capers, MICC, clergy retreats
Nominated by: The Rev. Matthew Wise
Lay
Julie Carson: St. Luke’s, San Antonio
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV Willingness to learn, lis-
ten, and participate
Local Church Activities: Volunteer at
Green Door, choir member, substitute at St.
Luke’s Mustard Seeds. Around 2000 I was
a volunteer youth leader for Clark Niles for
a couple of years at St. Thomas, S.A.
Diocesan Activities: Clergy spouse
Nominated by: The Rev. Matthew Wise
Pagie Wilson: Christ Church,
San Antonio
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV Pagie attended school
there, graduating in 1983, and she now has
two daughters there. She loves the school
and would love to serve in this position.
Local Church Activities: She and Craig
taught the youth class in our Carriage
House for years and then began teaching (small group
Description of duties: The Standing Committee meets about
three times a year and serves as a Council of advice to the
diocesan bishop. Among its responsibilities are granting or
withholding consents to the election of bishops throughout
the Episcopal Church and interviewing seminarians and
recommending to the bishop whether or not they be made
candidates for ordination. The Standing Committee is com-
posed of 6 persons, 3 clergy and 3 lay. In the event that the
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the Ecclesiastical authority for the diocese. Persons serving
on the Standing Committee should be familiar with the Con-
stitution and Canons, aware of issues in the wider Anglican
Communion, and be persons who are willing to undertake a
wide range of leadership needs and discernment.
Clergy
The Rev. Scott Brown: St. Alban’s,
Harlingen
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV Scott is a visionary leader
with strong interpersonal skills that can
bring diverse opinions to a consensus.
Local Church Activities: Chair, Frontera
Unida; chair, Young Life; Rector of St.
Alban’s
Diocesan Activities: Executive Board,
Evangelism Commission, Camp Capers Program Commit-
tee, dean and chaplain, Christian Education Commission
Nominated by: The Rev. Chris Caddell
The Rev. John Hardie: St. Mark’s,
Corpus Christi
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV John has been ordained
for 23 years. He possesses a great love for
this diocese and is committed to its unity.
He quickly grasps various sides of issues.
He encourages and seeks the mind of our
Lord, discerned through careful study of
scripture.
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exception of one year. She is active in Altar Guild, church
decorations, VBS, participates in our women’s Hearts and
Hands organization, and worked on the SAMM’s Christmas
Gift Project.
Diocesan Activities: Pagie has not been involved with the
diocese.
Nominated by: Martha Moore
Standing Committee
One clergy person and one lay person to be elected for a
three-year term. Retiring incumbents, the Rev. Ram Lopez
and Mrs. Betty Mosty are ineligible.
Local Church Activities: Rector of St. Mark’s, Corpus Christi
Diocesan Activities: Current: Dean, Southern Convoca-
tion; Cursillo Secretariat; Past: served on Standing Com-
mittee, Executive Board, Board of Trustees for TMI,
Departments of Stewardship and Evangelism, Disaster
Recovery Task Force
Nominated by: Vestry
The Rev. Lisa Mason: St. David’s,
San Antonio
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV Lisa is an enthusiastic,
energetic, compassionate Christian, a com-
mitted visionary. She’s a team player with
good listening skills; a good listener with
a sense of humor.
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Local Church Activities: Interim Rector of St. David’s,
active in all areas of parish
Diocesan Activities: Chair of Mustang Island Program
Committee, Diocesan Development Camps Sub-Com-
mittee, Province VII Synod deputy and alternate in past,
member of Diocesan Christian Education Committee, past
Executive Board member
Nominated by: Vestry
The Rev. Scott Penrod: Trinity, Pharr
4XDOL¿FDWLRQVI have served as a leader
of a variety of Diocese of WTX ministries
for 20+ years.
Local Church Activities: Rector of Trin-
ity, Rio Grande Valley Good Samaritan
Community Services Advisory Board,
Pharr Community Outreach Project Executive Board
Diocesan Activities: past – Youth Commission chairman,
Spiritual Director Happening, Evangelism Department,
Compensation Committee, Lay Rector for Cursillo; current
– member of Mustang Island Program Committee, member
of Advisory Board for Rio Grande Valley Good Samaritan
Community Services
Nominated by: Kim Dozier
Lay
Elizabeth Evans: St. Paul’s,
San Antonio
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV Organization, vision,
solidly Anglican in thought, polity and
perspective, has a great interest in the min-
istry of clergy and laity and the diaconate
Local Church Activities: Vestry, Lay
Eucharistic Minister, chair of Christian
Formation Committee, webmaster for par-
ish plus numerous other responsibilities and talents
Diocesan Activities: Department of Christian Education,
Task Force on Diaconate
Nominated by: The Rev. Doug Earle, Rector
Kelley Kimble: St. Philip’s, Uvalde
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV Kelley ends her term on
the Executive Board this year and truly de-
sires to continue her service to the diocese.
With her judicial experience and experi-
ence as a trustee for Church Corp and a
General Convention deputy, she will work
hard to serve the diocese and the bishops in a new capacity.
Local Church Activities: Kelley has served St. Philip’s
as a two-term Senior Warden, co-chair of the Stewardship
Committee, Vestry, lay reader, treasurer, Altar Guild, Sun-
day school teacher, and all those other unnamed needs of a
small but very active parish.
Diocesan Activities: Executive Board (Finance Commit-
tee), Assistant Chancellor, Trustee of the Church Corp,
deputy to General Convention, Nominating Committee
Nominated by: The Rev. Mike Marsh
Ella Mason: All Saints, Corpus Christi
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV Ella is a born leader-
listener-wise woman; her resume speaks to
her talents. Coordination at local and state
levels of training and facilitation are her
areas of expertise.
Local Church Activities: Bishop’s Com-
mittee for three churches, delegate to
diocesan councils (seven times), 15 years on Vestry and in
renewal projects, EFM, Cursillo. Ella is presently on our
Vestry and is instrumental in our LifeStream service.
Diocesan Activities: Seven times elected to diocesan coun-
cil, Cursillo
Nominated by: The Rev. Sandy Casey-Martus
Richard C. Mosty: St. Peter’s, Kerrville
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV I have over 30 years ex-
perience in diocesan activities in multiple
roles and am deeply committed to the
strength of the diocesan family.
Local Church Activities: Former Vestry
Senior Warden, search committees (chair
once), chair of building committees, Cursil-
lo, numerous teams and rector, chancellor
Diocesan Activities: Former Standing Committee, Execu-
tive Board (2), General Convention 2006, 2009; chair of
Diocesan Task Force on Mission and Ministry 2003-05,
Constitution and Canons, Bishop’s Address, Ecclesiastical
Trial Court
Nominated by: Nominating Committee
Rob Schneider: Holy Spirit, Dripping
Springs
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV Many years of experience
LQUHDOHVWDWHPDWWHUVQRQSUR¿WRUJDQL]D-
tions, church leadership and governance
Local Church Activities: Vestry/Bishop’s
Committee, lay reader, chalice bearer,
council delegate, Christian Education,
EFM graduate, Cursillo
Diocesan Activities: Current: Constitution and Canons
Committee, Trustee of Church Corp; Past: congregational
development, Small Church Task Force, lay ministry,
LAND graduate
Nominated by: Vestry
9
 Morey McGonigle Weldon: St. Barna-
bas, Fredericksburg
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV As an active participant
of St. Barnabas parish, Morey takes Christ
into the wider community as a lay minis-
WHUWR¿YHQXUVLQJKRPHVDVZHOODVRXU
homebound and elderly. Her gifts include
servant leadership, pastoral care, and with a BA and MA
in religion and a Master of Divinity from the Episcopal
Seminary of the Southwest, she has a depth of knowledge
and understanding of the church and its liturgy. As past se-
nior warden, she applied her organizational and leadership
skills to lead St. Barnabas through transition between rec-
tors. While her children were in school she was elected to
two terms on the board of her independent school district.
Morey has also served as allocation chair, president and
chairman of the board for United Way, Capital Area.
Local Church Activities: Lay ministry, Lay Eucharistic
Minister, Vestry (two terms), past Senior Warden, minister
to local nursing homes, stewardship chair, Daughters of
the King, past council delegate, food ministry delivery and
telephone buddy chair, search committee
Diocesan Activities: Stewardship Committee
Nominated by: The Rev. Jeff Hammond
Deputies and Alternate Deputies to General Convention
Four clergy persons and four lay persons, to be elected as
Deputies, and four clergy persons and four lay persons to
be elected as Alternate Deputies. All nominees must be
FRQ¿UPHGFRPPXQLFDQWVLQJRRGVWDQGLQJ5HWLULQJLQFXP-
bents Robert Browning, Drew Cauthorn, Marthe Curry, Su-
san Hardaway, Kelley Kimble, Karen Lee, Richard Mosty,
John Warren and the Revs. John Badders, Milton Black,
Nancy Coon, Ripp Hardaway, Don Lee, Ram Lopez, David
Read are eligible.
Description of duties: As voting representatives of the dio-
cese attend General Convention in the summer of 2012.
Clergy
The Rev. Bill Allport: St. Helena’s,
Boerne
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV New perspective, deep
ties to Diocese of WTX, passion for teach-
ings of Christ, innovative and creative
thinker, theologian
Local Church Activities: Rector of St.
Helena’s
Diocesan Activities: Formerly on Bish-
op’s Advisory Committee in Diocese of Hawaii
Nominated by: The Rev. Matthew Wise
The Rev. David P. Chalk: St. Francis by
the Lake, Canyon Lake
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV Age, knowledge of di-
verse dioceses, familiarity with Diocese of
WTX, theological discernment
Local Church Activities: Rector of St.
Francis by the Lake
Diocesan Activities: Missions Commission, numerous short
term missions, former dean of Western Convocation, Camp
Capers chaplain and dean, Examining Chaplains, Trustee of
Church Corp, Cursillo Assistant Spiritual Director
Nominated by: Nominating Committee
The Rev. Kevin Dellaria: St. Andrew’s,
Seguin
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV Served congregations
spanning three different dioceses of the
province (Northwest Texas, Texas and
West Texas); Committed to the unity and
strengthening of The Episcopal Church
and the Anglican Communion; Rector of a
parish active in mission to Central America
Local Church Activities: Rector of St. Andrew’s
Diocesan Activities: Chair Diocesan Nominating Com-
mittee for Council, 2011; Diocesan Insurance Committee;
Anglican Covenant discussion group for Clergy Day, 2010;
Honduras missions
Nominated by: The Rev. Keith Turbeville
The Rev. Bur Dobbins: Trinity, Victoria
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV As priests we are called
upon to take our “share in the councils of
the Church.” Although this remains a dif-
¿FXOWWLPHIRURXU'LRFHVH7KH(SLVFRSDO
Church, and the Anglican Communion,
it is our responsibility as leaders in the
Church to remain in conversation and
have our voices heard.
Local Church Activities: Rector of Trinity, Victoria; Ves-
try, Junior Warden, stewardship chairman, council delegate,
and other church activities prior to seminary
Diocesan Activities: Elected to Executive Board of the
diocese and University of the South trustee, appointed to
the Ecclesiastical Trial Court of the diocese
Nominated by: Vestry
The Rev. Paul A. Frey:
Christ Church, Laredo
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV A love for The Episcopal
Church with its many graces, strengths,
DQGÀDZV$QDZDUHQHVVWKDWWKHSROLWLFDO
process is part of the way we shape our life
together, and a desire to do so charitably.
Local Church Activities: Paul Frey has
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been Rector of Christ Church, Laredo, since October 2004.
Paul is active with many parish activities, the Daybreak Ro-
tary Club, Greater Laredo Disaster Relief Committee, Casa
Misericordia Battered Women’s Shelter, the local Habitat
DI¿OLDWHDQGRWKHURUJDQL]DWLRQV
Diocesan Activities: In the Diocese of WTX he’s served
as a member of the Executive Board of the diocese several
times, the Evangelism Committee, and TMI-The Episcopal
School of Texas Board of Trustees. He is a former Dean
of the Western Convocation in the Diocese of West Texas.
Paul has served as dean or chaplain at Camp Capers numer-
ous times, and as chaplain at Mustang Island once.
Nominated by: Nominating Committee
The Rev. Ramiro “Ram” Lopez:
St. George, San Antonio
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV Ram has been an alternate
deputy and deputy to General Convention
in 2006 and 2009 and brings an under-
standing of the process by which General
Convention conducts its business. Was
elected at General Convention 2009 as
Province VII clergy representative on the Presiding Bish-
op’s Nominating Committee for current triennium.
Local Church Activities: Rector of St. George
Diocesan Activities: Standing Committee (president,
2010); elected twice to Executive Board; deputy to Gen-
eral Convention, 2006, 2009; former Trustee, University
of the South; has served on various diocesan committees
including Camps and Conferences committees, Recovery
Ministries, World Mission, and Diocesan Council Nominat-
ing Committee. Has served as dean and chaplain numerous
times at Camp Capers and as chaplain to Mustang Island
Family Camp
Nominated by: Vestry
The Rev. Scott Penrod: Trinity, Pharr
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV I have served as a leader
of a variety of Diocese of WTX ministries
for 20+ years.
Local Church Activities: Rector of Trini-
ty, Pharr; Rio Grande Valley Good Samar-
itan Community Services Advisory Board;
Pharr Community Outreach Project Executive Board
Diocesan Activities: Past: Youth Commission Chairman;
Spiritual Director Happening: Evangelism Dept.; Compen-
sation Committee: Lay rector for Cursillo. Current: Mem-
ber Mustang Island Program Committee; Member Advisory
Board of Rio Grande Valley Good Samaritan Community
Services
Nominated by: Kim Dozier
The Rev. David G. Read: St. Luke’s
Church and School, San Antonio
4XDOL¿FDWLRQVExperience as a Deputy/
Alternate at four previous General Con-
ventions, a desire to see our diocese navi-
gate through the days ahead with everyone
on board
Local Church Activities: Rector of St. Luke’s, San Antonio
Diocesan Activities: Current: Standing Committee; Trustee
of Church Corp; Diocesan Development; Diocesan Secre-
tary; Camp Capers Chaplain. Previously: Executive Board;
Convocation Dean; Chair of Camps and Conferences
Nominated by: The Rev. John Badders
The Rev. Patrick R. Soule:
St. Andrew’s, Corpus Christi
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV Passion for being in-
volved in the life of the wider Church
Local Church Activities: Vicar of St.
Andrew’s, Corpus Christi
Diocesan Activities: Assistant Spiritual
Director, Cursillo #248; Spiritual Director,
Cursillo #255
Nominated by: Bishop’s Committee
The Rev. Keith Turbeville:
St. Elizabeth’s, Buda
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV Keith has served the
church over the last ten years in three dio-
ceses; the Diocese of Virginia; the Diocese
of Texas; and the Diocese of West Texas.
He has served congregations as their youth
and adult leader, as well as a chaplain for
St. James Episcopal School in Leesburg, Virginia. Keith
has a passion to see youth learn and grow in a Christian en-
vironment. Currently Keith has two children at TMI. Keith
is fully committed to the vision and importance of the unity
between the Episcopal Church and the Anglican Church
and their future relationship together.
Local Church Activities: Vicar of St. Elizabeth’s, Buda
Diocesan Activities: Member of Mustang Island Program
Committee, Dean at Camp Capers: Senior High mid-winter,
January 2011, Senior High Summer Camp 2010; Junior
High Mid-Winter January 2010; Chaplain: Mustang Island
Family Camp, 2009
Nominated by: The Rev. Kevin Dellaria
The Rev. Stockton Williams:
St. Peter’s, Kerrville
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV Love for Christ and His
Church: The Episcopal Church and the
Anglican Communion
Local Church Activities: Rector of St.
Peter’s; Chaplain, Hill Country Chapter of
11
Order of St. Luke’s; Past president of Christian Assistance
Ministries of Kerrville; Past President Kerrville Ministe-
rial Alliance; Laity Lodge Retreat Leader for St. Martin’s,
Houston; St. Paul’s, Waco; and others. Spiritual Director
for Cursillos, Happenings, Kairos, and Men’s Emmaus.
Mexico mission trips
Diocesan Activities: Diocesan Spiritual Director for Hap-
pening – 2004 to current; National Happening Board-2006
to current; Cursillo Secretariat, 2005 – 2009; Dean North-
ern Convocation – 2003 – 2006; Chaplain at summer camps
and Dean at Mid-Winters at Camp Capers; Nominating
Committee (past); Lay Ministry Committee of Commission
on Ministry (past); Evangelism Committee; Committee on
Bishop’s Address, 2009
Nominated by: Vestry
The Rev. Matthew Wise: Reconciliation,
San Antonio
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV Younger generation of
clergy, passion for Diocese of WTX and
for missional movement, love of National
Church and its history
Local Church Activities: Assistant Rec-
tor of Reconciliation
Diocesan Activities: Reconciliation Commission, Musician
DWTX conferences, Camp Capers Dean and Chaplain,
Liturgy and Music Commission, Executive Board
Nominated by: The Rev. Robert Woody
Lay
Joan Cook Carabin: St. Paul’s,
San Antonio
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV Committed church mem-
ber, clergy spouse, community organizer,
skilled in vision implementation
Local Church Activities: St. Paul’s:
Newcomers Committee 2010; Christ
Church: Outreach Committee 1996-2004,
Habitat Task Force, Lay Eucharistic Minister; St. Mark’s:
Outreach Committee 1992-1995; Grace Church: Lay
Eucharistic Minister, Christian Education; St. Matthias,
St. Timothy: Lay Eucharistic Minister, reader, Christian
Education, outreach
Diocesan Activities: Department of Christian Social Rela-
tions 1983-87, DCSR Coordinator 1994-96; member Pro-
vincial Planning Committee for Justice, Peace, and Worship
1996; chair of Race Relations Committee 1984-87; chair
Small Gifts for Habitat
Nominated by: The Rev. Doug Earle
Drew Cauthorn: St. Mark’s,
San Antonio
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV Legal training
Local Church Activities: Senior Warden,
Vestry, stewardship chair
Diocesan Activities: Chancellor, De-
velopment Committee, alternate to 2009
General Convention, Faith Alive coordinator
Nominated by: Nominating Committee
Elizabeth Cauthorn: St. Mark’s,
San Antonio
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV Theological training
Local Church Activities: Chair of book-
store at St. Mark’s
Diocesan Activities: Past alternate to
General Convention, committee member to diocesan educa-
tion annual event
Nominated by: Nominating Committee
Marthe Curry: Christ Church,
San Antonio
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV Her breadth of knowl-
edge, experience in the diocesan life and
the Episcopal Church, and her winsome
personality
Local Church Activities: Missions Com-
mittee for two years, working with women
of Uganda and their artistry efforts, currently leading two
Bible studies
Diocesan Activities: Nominated as deputy for last General
Convention but had to go to Uganda instead
Nominated by: Martha Moore
Steve H. Denney: St. Thomas,
San Antonio
4XDOL¿FDWLRQVStrong leader, experienced
in organizational effectiveness, knowl-
edgeable of church history/scriptures,
member of Episcopal Church since 1962
Local Church Activities: Past Senior
Warden, Community of Hope Pastoral
Care Administrator, Lay Eucharistic Visitor, member/past
chair Missionary Committee, missionary (short-term) Rus-
sia, graduate of EFM
Diocesan Activities: Member of Missions Committee
Nominated by: Vestry and the Rev. Chuck Woehler
Elizabeth Evans: St. Paul’s,
San Antonio
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV Organization, vision,
solidly Anglican in thought, polity and
perspective, has a great interest in the min-
istry of clergy and laity and the diaconate
12
Local Church Activities: Vestry, Lay Eucharistic Ministry,
chair of Christian Formation Committee, webmaster for
parish, plus numerous other various responsibilities and
talents
Diocesan Activities: Department of Christian Education,
Task Force on Diaconate
Nominated by: The Rev. Doug Earle
Donnelle Gooch: St. Mark’s,
San Marcos
4XDOL¿FDWLRQVHas been an alternate and
seated at General Convention from the
Diocese of Oklahoma and Kansas; has
worked with national church with volun-
teers
Local Church Activities: Past Vestry
member, past senior warden, delegate to council numer-
ous times, LEM, on many boards at church (mission, adult
educations, worship)
Diocesan Activities: Mission trips to Honduras
Nominated by: The Rev. Ned Bowersox
Carrie Guerra: St. John’s, McAllen
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV She is a bright woman,
who has a heart for God, loves the church
and is delighted in the exercise of her
ministries.
Local Church Activities: Christian edu-
cation, Lay Eucharistic Minister, council
delegate, church school chapel leader,
children’s church coordinator, local and other mission
activities
Diocesan Activities: Trainer for Safeguarding God’s Chil-
dren, Happening board member, teacher at Camp Capers,
other diocesan youth events
Nominated by: The Rev. Ray Cole
Mike Horridge: St. Thomas,
San Antonio
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV Mike has considerable
knowledge of the Episcopal Church at the
national, diocesan, and parish levels. Since
he has served effectively as Senior Warden
and member of the Executive Board sev-
eral times, he would provide assistance to our bishops and
representation to the Diocese of WTX at the 2012 General
Convention.
Local Church Activities: St. Thomas Vestry, two terms
as Senior Warden; chair of Greeter Ministry; member of
choir; co-chair for Faith Alive programs; chair for steward-
ship, co-chair of Capital Funds Drive; Vestry representative
to St. Thomas School; council delegate 15 years; member
of rector and music director search committees; chair of
Lay Compensation-Policy/Procedures Committee; chair of
Long-Term Visioning Task Force; co-chair of adult retreat
programs; member of men’s Bible study program and vol-
unteer for Habitat for Humanity
Diocesan Activities: elected member of the Board of
Directors of Morningside Ministries for six years, past
member of Executive Board, appointed Executive Board
representative to Finance Committee and Camps and
Conferences Ministries, chair of Mission and Ministry
Task Force, stewardship consultant, member of Clergy-Lay
Compensation Committee, appointed member of Finance
and Stewardship Committees, member of the diocesan
Faith Alive Committee and participant in numerous Faith
Alive programs in the last 22 years, and founder and cur-
rent co-chair of “The Bishop’s Golf Classic” fundraiser for
children’s scholarships to camps and youth activities
Nominated by: Vestry
Kelley Kimble: St. Philip’s, Uvalde
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV After Kelley’s service as a
deputy to the General Convention in 2009,
she was appointed to the Program, Budget,
and Finance Committee for 2012. She will
only be eligible to serve the diocese in
this capacity if reelected as a deputy for
General Convention in 2012.
Local Church Activities: Kelley has served St. Philip’s
as a two-term Senior Warden, co-chair of the Stewardship
Committee, Vestry, lay reader, treasurer, Altar Guild, Sun-
day school teacher, and all those other unnamed needs of a
small but very active parish.
Diocesan Activities: Executive Board (Finance Commit-
tee) , Assistant Chancellor, Trustee of the Church Corp,
deputy to General Convention, Nominating Committee
Nominated by: The Rev. Mike Marsh
Rawley McCoy: St. Francis, Victoria
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV has the desire and capac-
ity to bring a thoughtful, open-minded,
measured, and prayerful approach to bear
in dealing with the contentious issues
within our church
Local Church Activities: Vestry, Se-
nior Warden, Junior Warden, Eucharistic
Minister, lector, Finance Committee, Stewardship chair-
man, men’s club president, choir member, Trinity Episco-
pal School board member and president of the board, St.
Francis Capital Campaign Committee
Diocesan Activities: Commission on Church Buildings
(2001-present), Nominating Committee (2010)
Nominated by: The Rev. Faith Bledsoe
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 Ronald G. Morrison: St. John’s,
New Braunfels
4XDOL¿FDWLRQVRon has provided out-
standing leadership in guiding a commu-
nity of people who are working through
our issues as a church.
Local Church Activities: Bishop’s War-
den, Bishop’s Committee, lay reader, men’s ministry
Diocesan Activities: Delegate to council, Bishop’s Golf
Tournament
Nominated by: The Rev. Ripp Hardaway
Richard C. Mosty: St. Peter’s, Kerrville
4XDOL¿FDWLRQVI have over 30 years ex-
perience in diocesan activities in multiple
roles and am deeply committed to the
strength of the diocesan family.
Local Church Activities: Former Vestry
Senior Warden, search committees (chair
once), chair of building committees, Cur-
sillo, numerous teams and rector, chancellor
Diocesan Activities: Former Standing Committee, Execu-
tive Board (2), General Convention 2006, 2009; chair of
Diocesan Task Force on Mission and Ministry 2003-05,
Constitution and Canons, Bishop’s Address Ecclesiastical
Trial Court
Nominated by: Nominating Committee
John Upper: St. Andrew’s, Seguin
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV John shows leader-
ship abilities and determination and has
VLJQL¿FDQWPDQDJHPHQWH[SHULHQFH+HLV
actively involved in church matters and
would be a great representative for the
diocese.
Local Church Activities: Senior War-
den (2010), Vestry, fellowship chairman,
usher, council delegate
Nominated by: The Rev. Kevin Dellaria
Robin R. Walker: St. Andrew’s, Seguin
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV Mrs. Walker is a dedicated
servant, willing to serve God and Jesus
Christ through her church. She has a good
understanding of church business and is-
sues. During her 15 years in the diocese she
has served as a delegate to seven councils
representing three churches and has served
DVDQRI¿FHURQWKH9HVWU\RIHDFKFKXUFK
Local Church Activities: Vestry: Christ Church, Laredo;
Church of the Redeemer, Eagle Pass; St. Andrew’s, Seguin;
Senior Warden; Vestry clerk; stewardship liaison, steward-
ship chairman; lay reader; Eucharistic minister; Sunday
school teacher; Vacation Bible School leader; Altar Guild;
search committee; audit committee; Order of St. Luke;
council delegate seven years; election of the bishop council
delegate
Diocesan Activities: Bishop’s Disaster Response Commit-
tee, Camp Capers art director
Nominated by: The Rev. Kevin Dellaria
John S. Warren: Church of the Good
Shepherd, Corpus Christi
Local Church Activities: Vestry member,
Senior Warden, parish chancellor, board
member and chancellor for St. James Epis-
copal School, parish Cursillo representa-
tive, member and chairman parish mission
society, board member and chairman
Board of Trustees – Cliff Maus Village Trust, parish en-
dowment board member, parish 150th community outreach
co-chair, council delegate
Diocesan Activities: Cursillo Secretariat, team member and
rector, council balloting and vendor committees co-chair,
Nominating Committee and Bishop’s Charge Committee,
Executive Board, Trustee of Church Corporation, alternate
delegate to General Convention 2006 and 2009
Nominated by: Vestry
Deputies and Alternate Deputies to Province VII Synod
Four clergy persons and four lay persons to be elected as
Deputies, and four clergy persons and four lay persons to
be elected as Alternate Deputies. All nominees must be
FRQ¿UPHGFRPPXQLFDQWVLQJRRGVWDQGLQJ5HWLULQJLQFXP-
bents are: Blaine Bennett, Cathy Chatham, Stacy Dowdy,
Gayle Gottlich, Rachel Graves, Lisa Mason, Lou Taylor,
Jennifer Wickham and the Revs. Adrian Amaya, Earl Ma-
han, Mary Margaret Mueller, Scott Penrod, Chris Roque,
Chuck Sharrow, and Jonathan Wickham, Dori Zubizarreta.
All are eligible except the Revs. Adrian Amaya and Dori
Zubizarreta.
Description of duties: As voting representatives of the dio-
cese attend the meeting of the Synod of the Province of the
Southwest (Province VII).
Clergy
The Rev. Christopher Caddell:
St. Alban’s, Harlingen
Local Church Activities: Assistant Rec-
tor of St. Alban’s
Nominated by: The Rev. David Chalk
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 The Rev. Stephen Carson: St. Luke’s,
San Antonio
4XDOL¿FDWLRQVWillingness to listen and
learn, fresh ideas and perspective
Local Church Activities: Assistant Rec-
tor of St. Luke’s
Diocesan Activities: Gopher at last Coucil
Nominated by: The Rev. Matthew Wise
The Rev. Raymond E. Cole, Jr. St.
John’s, McAllen
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV After serving 16 years in
the Diocese of Pennsylvania and 17 years
in the Diocese of Chicago, Fr. Cole was
called as Rector of Saint George in Castle
Hills in 1996. Since retiring from active
ministry in 2004, he has served four interim assignments
in this diocese – currently at St. John’s Church and School
in McAllen. He has served in a variety of capacities in all
three dioceses including two terms as deputy to General
Convention and two as alternate.
Local Church Activities: Interim Rector of St. John’s,
McAllen
Nominated by: Nominating Committee
The Rev. Nancy G. Coon: Retired
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV Prior experience as Synod
deputy (2 terms) and deputy to General
Convention (4 terms), experience in the
Diocese of WTX as well as networking
in the broader church has been prepara-
tion for working with persons from a
variety of backgrounds and cultures. Will
be a spokesperson both for and with the
DWTX upon return from Synod.
Local Church Activities: Rector of the Episcopal Church
of the Holy Spirit; as lay person served as reader, Lay
Eucharistic Minister and home visitor in the pilot pro-
The Rev. Kevin Dellaria: St. Andrew’s,
Seguin
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV Served congregations
spanning three different dioceses of the
province (Northwest Texas, Texas, and
West Texas), committed to the unity and
strengthening of The Episcopal Church
and the Anglican Communion, rector of a parish active in
mission to Central America
Local Church Activities: Rector of St. Andrew’s
Diocesan Activities: Chair of Diocesan Nominating Com-
mittee for Council, 2011; Diocesan Insurance Committee;
Anglican Covenant discussion group for Clergy Day, 2010;
Honduras missions
Nominated by: The Rev. Keith Turbeville
The Rev. James W. (Jim) Friedel: St.
Peter’s, Rockport
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV Jim has developed rela-
tionships with clergy and lay leadership
in the province through his work with
congregational development and clergy
deployment.
Local Church Activities: Jim’s service as rector of this
parish provides opportunities to exhibit liturgical, educa-
tional, pastoral, administrative, and leadership responsibili-
ties among the membership and the broader community.
Diocesan Activities: Jim currently serves with the Ex-
amining Chaplains and the Nominating Committee of
the diocese. He has served as chaplain for summer youth
camps and Cursillo. Jim was a presenter at the regional
stewardship workshops and at Community of Hope training
sessions.
Nominated by: Senior Warden, J.D. Debler
The Rev. Virginia (Gina) Frnka:
Partners in Ministry, East; Goliad
Local Church Activities: Lay activities:
JUDP6WHSKHQ0LQLVWHUKRVSLWDOYLVLWDWLRQVFRQ¿UPDWLRQ bishop’s warden, Community of Hope
teacher/mentor for high school students, intercessory prayer leader, Altar Guild, Eucharistic Visitor, lay
team, audio tape ministry (sermons/lectures) reader, council delegate
Diocesan Activities: Standing Committee, Executive Nominated by: The Revs. Robert Woody
Board, deputy to General Convention (2000, 2003, 2006), and Matthew Wise
Transitional Congregations Committee co-chair, Examining
Chaplain, Discernment Committee, Dean of Northeastern The Rev. Lisa Mason: St. David’s, San
Convocation, chaplain for Women’s Cabinet, Christian Antonio
Formation Committee, Continuing Education Committee, 4XDOL¿FDWLRQV I have served both as a
Task Force for redesign of the Executive Board, Cursillo deputy and an alternate for Province VII
Spiritual Director (6 Cursillos), Happening, Camp Capers Synod in the past. I enjoy engaging in dia-
summer dean and chaplain, Committee on Missions and logue and visioning with the larger church
Parishes, and retreat leader as well as my own diocese.
Nominated by: Nominating Committee Local Church Activities: Interim Rector
of St. David’s, active in all areas of parish
Diocesan Activities: Chair of Mustang Island Program
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Committee, Dicoesan Development Camps Sub-Com-
mittee, Province VII Synod deputy and alternate in past,
member of Diocesan Christian Education Committee, past
Executive Board member
Nominated by: Vestry
The Rev. Philip May: Church of the
Good Shepherd, Corpus Christi
Local Church Activities: Assistant Rec-
tor of Church of the Good Shepherd
Diocesan Activities: Facilitator of Angli-
can Covenant discussion evenings
Nominated by: Nominating Committee
The Rev. Jonathan Melton:
St. Christopher’s by the Sea, Portland
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV As a young clergy person,
I value the opportunity to uphold my ordi-
nation vows to serve in the councils of the
church. Further, my particular strengths
in individualization and appreciating of
persons and their unique gifts are put to
natural use in diverse assemblies of the faithful. My heart
for Christ and his prayer for the church’s visible Commu-
nion grounds these personal strengths.
Local Church Activities: Rector of St. Christopher’s by
the Sea, Portland Rotary and candidate for membership,
Family Systems training (2009-present), Southern Convo-
cation Anglican Covenant study team (2010)
Diocesan Activities: Session chaplain, Camp Capers 2008;
summer chaplain to camp staff 2009; family camp chaplain
2010; Vocare #25 co-spiritual director 2008; Vocare #27
co-spiritual director (spring 2011); diocesan college retreat
chaplain 2009; appointed: member Diocesan Vocare Com-
mittee 2009, 2010; member Courtesy Resolution Commit-
tee 2009, 2010 (“We wear underwear to make you laugh.”)
Nominated by: Nominating Committee
The Rev. Richard T. Speer:
Grace, Weslaco
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV25 years of ordained
service
Local Church Activities: Rector of
Grace, Weslaco
Diocesan Activities: I have served four
churches in the Diocese of WTX since
1989. Dean or chaplain, three sessions at Camp Capers;
spiritual director or assistant for three Cursillos; dean, two
sessions of Coastal Ecology Camp; spiritual director of one
Happening; four terms on TMI Board of Trustees; instruc-
tor of Bishop’s School for Ministry; Clergy Compensation
Committee; Stewardship Committee
Nominated by: Nominating Committee
The Rev. Keith Turbeville:
St. Elizabeth’s, Buda
4XDOL¿FDWLRQVKeith has served the
church over the last 10 years in three dio-
ceses: the Diocese of Virginia, the Diocese
of Texas and West Texas. He has served
congregations as their youth and adult
leader, as well as chaplain for St. James’ Episcopal School
in Leesburg, Virginia. Keith has a passion to see youth
learn and grow in a Christian environment. Currently Keith
has two children at TMI. Keith is fully committed to the
vision and importance of the unity between the Episcopal
Church and the Anglican Church and their future relation-
ship together.
Local Church Activities: Vicar of St. Elizabeth’s
Diocesan Activities: Member of Mustang Island Program
Committee; Dean at Camp Capers; senior high mid-winter
January 2011; senior high summer camp 2010; junior high
mid-winter January 2011; chaplain at Mustang Island Fam-
ily Camp 2009
Nominated by: The Rev. Kevin Dellaria
The Rev. Jonathan Wickham: St.
Mark’s, San Antonio
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV Jonathan has participated
in church leadership at a number of levels
and is interested in bringing his experience
to the Province VII Synod gathering. He
values the important role that our connect-
edness plays in the strengthening of the
church. He brings team building, collaborative leadership,
and visioning skills to the community.
Local Church Activities: Lay: council delegate, profes-
sional youth minster, Lay Eucharistic Minister, lay reader,
Sunday school teacher, music team member; Ordained:
Assistant Rector of St. Mark’s, San Antonio; Episcopal
school chaplain, liturgy coordinator, pastoral care, preach-
ing, teaching
Diocesan Activities: Deputy for Youth/Young Adult Min-
istry and Director of Camps and Conferences (2004-2006),
Bishop’s Happening Movement Board, Happening spiritual
director, Camp Capers dean and chaplain, Diocesan Devel-
opment Camps Sub-Committee, board member of Christ
Chapel at Texas State, Diocesan Executive Board
Nominated by: The Rev. Mike Chalk
The Rev. Matthew Wise: Reconciliation,
San Antonio
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV Younger generation of
clergy, passion for Diocese of WTX and
for missional movement, love of National
Church and its history
Local Church Activities: Assistant Rec-
tor of Reconciliation
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Diocesan Activities: Reconciliation Commission, Musician
DWTX conferences, Camp Capers Dean and Chaplain,
Liturgy and Music Commission, Executive Board
Nominated by: The Rev. Robert Woody
Lay
Patricia Brooke: St. David’s, San Antonio
Local Church Activities: Lay reader, spiri-
tual formation, council delegate
Diocesan Activities: Commission for Wom-
en’s Ministries, Discernment Committee
Nominated by: The Rev. Nancy Coon
Angie de los Santos: St. Andrew’s,
Seguin
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV Angie is a long-time
resident of Province VII and has a lengthy
history of working with both the Hispanic
community and the impoverished of many
ethnic backgrounds in southwest Texas.
Angie is deeply involved in missions to
Mexico and Central America and would be an asset in the
relationship between Province VII and its sister churches
south of the Rio Grande.
Local Church Activities: Past Vestry member and senior
warden, coordinator of direct-to-client assistance program,
Outreach Committee, annual team leader for medical and
dental mission to Honduras
Diocesan Activities: Past council delegate, Discernment
Committee, Finance Committee, World Missions ad hoc
Committee
Nominated by: The Rev. Kevin Dellaria
Donnelle Gooch: St. Mark’s, San Marcos
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV Has been as alternate and
seated at General Convention from the Dio-
cese of Oklahoma and Kansas; has worked
with national church with volunteers
Local Church Activities: Past Vestry
member, past senior warden, delegate to
council numerous times, LEM, on many boards at church
(mission, adult educations, worship)
Diocesan Activities: Mission trips to Honduras
Nominated by: The Rev. Ned Bowersox
Charles L. Green: St. Barnabas,
Fredericksburg
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV Active and dedicated
member of the Christian family in the Dio-
cese of WTX striving to encourage faithful
living in our community
Local Church Activities: During the past
30+ years in the Diocese of TX and WTX:
Vestry, three consecutive terms as senior warden, ALPHA,
usher, greeter, Finance Committee, Audit Committee, board
PHPEHUDQGWUHDVXUHURIDQRQSUR¿WKHDOWKFOLQLFFKXUFK
school board, treasurer church school board
Diocesan Activities: Abide in Me diocesan conference,
Diocesan Nominating Committee
Nominated by: Nominating Committee
Mary “Tru” Hiatt: St. Philip’s, Uvalde
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV Tru has been a lifelong
member of the Diocese of WTX, currently
serving as Junior Warden at St. Philip’s.
She is energetic and devoted to serving the
Diocese of WTX.
Local Church Activities: Junior Warden,
lay reader, Sunday school teacher, council delegate, vol-
unteer coordinator – Uvalde Food Pantry, prior bishop’s
warden at St. Michael’s San Antonio, Under the Bridge
ministries
Diocesan Activities: Chair of Diocesan Disaster Relief
(Hurricanes Katrina and Rita), trainer – Diocese Disaster
Relief (Adopt a Family), Cursillo, Honored Women of the
Diocese of West Texas
Nominated by: Kelley Kimble
William Cash Keith: St. Philip’s, Uvalde
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV Cash is the Systems Ad-
ministrator for Uvalde ISD. His business
and technical experience are well suited
for the business of the church. Cash is
currently serving St. Philip’s as Senior
Warden, and his deeply spiritual life will
be a huge asset as a deputy to the synod.
Local Church Activities: Vestry, Senior Warden, Junior
Warden; council delegate; LEM; lay reader
Nominated by: The Rev. Michael K. Marsh
Melanie McCollum Klotzman:
St. Francis, Victoria
4XDOL¿FDWLRQVOrganizational and listen-
ing skills, spiritual discernment, church
leadership
Local Church Activities: Lay Eucharis-
tic Minister, lector, Vestry, Stewardship
Committee, Worship Committee, adult spiritual formation
teacher, EFM graduate
Diocesan Activities: Nominating Committee, Happening
Committee, council delegate
Nominated by: Rawley McCoy
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 Zoila Martinez: Grace Episcopal, San
Antonio
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV Loves to be actively
involved in church activities, prayerful
lifestyle
Local Church Activities: Served on Vestry
three times (member of Grace, Weslaco for
24 years), lay reader – bilingual, taught Sunday school for
over 20 years, council delegate and alternate, active with youth
group, acolytes and altar guild
Diocesan Activities: Participate in council and youth
activities
Nominated by: Joy Herrera
Kirk Mason: St. David’s, San Antonio
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV A lifelong participant and
member of the Diocese of WTX, Kirk is
nominated by the Nominating Commit-
tee. He brings to this position considerable
experience and passion for the mission
and ministry of the diocese at the parish
and diocesan level.
Local Church Activities: Vestry, Junior Warden; Steward-
ship Committee; Sunday school teacher; Building Commit-
tee; Capital Campaign Committee; usher; youth sponsor;
council delegate and alternate; Search Committee
Diocesan Activities: Former chair of Annual Giving Divi-
sion of the Department of Stewardship, Task Force on
Mission and Ministry Funding, Mustang Island Site and
Program Committees, alternate deputy to General Conven-
tion (2003, 2006), alternate deputy to Province VII, Com-
mission on Church Buildings, Continuing Education chair,
Executive Board
Nominated by: Nominating Committee
Paula A. Nersesian: Trinity, Victoria
4XDOL¿FDWLRQV Paula is a long-time resi-
dent of south Texas and has been gifted
with a natural talent for insight and leader-
ship across a wide spectrum of issues.
Over the years she has been thoroughly
involved with parish life while also engag-
ing in a variety of community activities.
Her commitment to the needs of others, both medical and
otherwise, has given her a deep understanding of the diver-
sity of human experience, an understanding she brings to
all of her leadership roles.
Local Church Activities: Current or previously: Altar
Guild and chair of Christian Formation, board president –
Trinity Episcopal School, adult formation instructor, EFM
graduate; currently: Lay Eucharistic Visitor, lay reader,
Community of Hope, president of Daughters of the King,
Godly Play instructor, Sunday morning breakfast, Friends
of Trinity Episcopal School, Vestry member, chair of Stew-
ardship Committee
Diocesan Activities: Council delegate, recipient of St.
George medal
Nominated by: The Rev. Kevin Dellaira
Carla Pineda: St. Mark’s, San Antonio
Local Church Activities: Active member
of St. Mark’s, San Antonio; bookstore
ministry
Diocesan Activities: Vice President in
charge of Programming for Women’s
Commission (2nd term), three-time del-
egate to Triennial, served one term on the Executive Board,
serving on diocesan Communications Committee
Nominated by: The Revs. Mike Chalk and Jonathan
Wickham
David Spencer: St. Barnabas,
Fredericksburg
4XDOL¿FDWLRQVLifelong Episcopalian,
interested and engaged in the work of the
diocese, province and National Episcopal
Church
Local Church Activities: Steering Com-
mittee of the Honduras Water Ministry, volunteer work at
St. Barnabas
Diocesan Activities: Steering Committee of the Honduras
Water Ministry, delegate to the diocesan convention in
2009, 2010
Nominated by: Charles Green
Jennifer Wickham: St. Mark’s, San
Antonio
4XDOL¿FDWLRQVI have served as a deputy
to Provincial Synod in the past, and I
am very interested in the work of the
broader church. I believe that the Episco-
pal Church needs leaders who are able to
listen carefully and consider the variety of
perspectives being presented. Both my professional work
and educational training keep me in tune with the issues
facing the EC, and I believe it is important for an educated
laity to participate in the conversation.
Local Church Activities: Missionary to Haiti, volunteer
for outreach projects, worship team musician, diocesan
council delegate
Diocesan Activities: Former deputy to Provincial Synod,
planning committee for National Associate of Episcopal
Schools convention
Nominated by: The Rev. Mike Chalk and Vestry
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