General Convention - Definition and Overview

The General Convention of The Episcopal Church takes place every three years, and it the way legislation is passed in the Episcopal Church. It is comprised of two houses. The House of Bishops, comprised of the bishops of bishops from each diocese. The House of Deputies is comprised of up to four laity and four clergy representatives from each diocese.

Noteable Conventions

• 1817 New York City -- Passed Legislation founding General Theological Seminary
• 2003 Minneapolis, Minnesota -- The Reverend Gene Robinson was confirmed to be the first openly gay bishop inthe Episcopal Church.
• 2006 Columbus, Ohio

External Links

• Executive Offices of the General Convention (http://www.episcopalchurch.org/gc/)
• Episcopal Church official website (http://www.dfms.org)