In this unique pilot program, the Episcopal Church Foundation and the Consortium of Endowed Episcopal Parishes are joining forces to offer a collaborative one-day seminar focusing on endowments and stewardship for Episcopal congregations.

This seminar will provide practical information and advice to help you structure, market and grow your endowment, as well as help you understand and maximize the relationship between your stewardship program and your endowment.

Presentations will include:

  Structuring & Governing Your Endowment
Kenneth H. Quigley, Director, Investment Management Services, Episcopal Church Foundation, New York

  Growing & Marketing Your Endowment
Ernest Q. Petrey, St. Paul's, Cleveland Heights, OH, CEO Ardleigh Minerals, Inc.

  The Spiritual Seasons of Stewardship
H.M. (Mac) McFarling, III, MD, St. Luke's Episcopal Church, Atlanta, GA, Vice President of the board of the Consortium of Endowed Episcopal Parishes, Chairperson of the board of the Episcopal Church Foundation

  The Positive Impact of Endowments on Your Stewardship Program
The Rev. Ted Copland, Rector, St. Boniface, Sarasota, FL

Logistics
The seminar begins on Saturday, November 11 with a continental breakfast and welcome from The Rev. Donald Fishburne, Rector of St. Michael's & All Angels.  During the day, all participants will have the opportunity to participate in each session.

Meals will be included during the day, however, participants are responsible for arranging their own accommodations. Country Inn & Suites by Carlson, Sanibel Gateway (239-454-9292) is offering a special rate to anyone who mentions St. Michael's Church Conference and can supply a tax-exempt certificate from their parish.

For a detailed agenda, please click here.

Have a question?
Please contact Natalie Guthrie, Giving Services Manager at 800-697-2858.