From Savanna-
In his first convention with the Episcopal Diocese of Georgia, the Rt. Rev. Scott A. Benhase called for Episcopalians to establish three guiding principles: To proclaim the gospel of Jesus Christ, to serve "the lost and the left out," and to be good stewards of the church's resources.
"As your bishop, it is my expectation that when I visit your congregation, I will see clear evidence that these guiding principles and these core identities are present in your common life."
About 250 clergy, church leaders and others attended the Friday morning address at the diocese's 189th convention.
The Diocese of Georgia includes 70 parishes spread over the southern two-thirds of the state.
Through his half-hour speech at the DeSoto Savannah Hilton, Benhase set ministerial goals and addressed the diocese's financial struggles.
Revenue in 2010 was expected to decline 4 percent, mostly due to a smaller carry-forward from the previous year, according to a financial report posted on the diocese's Web site.
The budget showed tithing - described as "pledges"- remained about the same.
"Some of the financial challenges we face are due to the larger economic recession in which this country still suffers," he said.
But some problems preceded the recession, he said.
"It's been there much longer. We've been drawing on past financial reserves to fund current ministry. This must stop."
More here-
http://savannahnow.com/news/2010-02-06/new-bishop-sets-goals-episcopalians
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