Standing Committee

Functions of the Standing Committee

The Standing Committee of the Diocese of Louisiana consists of four lay members and four clergy members of the diocese elected by The Convention and authorized by the Constitution and Canons of the Episcopal Church.

Fulfill all functions required of it by the Constitution and Canons of the Episcopal Church & of the Diocese
Acts as Council of Advice to the Bishop
Serves as the Ecclesiastical Authority when there is no Bishop

Duties of the Standing Committee

The work of the Standing Committee, as set forth in Canon 4, Section 3, of the Canons
of the Episcopal Diocese of Louisiana, “shall be to fulfill all functions required of it by the
Constitution and Canons of The Episcopal Church and of The Diocese and to act as a council of
advice for The Bishop.” The Standing Committee works with the Commission on Ministry to
ensure the canons are followed in regard to the ordination process. This includes interviews with
candidates throughout their ordination process. The Standing Committee also processes requests
from other dioceses for consent to the election of bishops. The Standing Committee oversees the
election process should there be an election for Bishop. The Standing Committee also is required
to approve transactions involving any immovable property held in the name of the Diocese, or by
any of its Ecclesiastical Units or institutions. 1 Meetings are held as necessary, with required
attendance at the Ministry Conference in January.

Standing Committee members will be most effective if they work well with others, understand
and appreciate the complexity of ministry, possess an understanding of sound business practices,
and have a deep love of the Lord and of the Church.