Join us for an intentional gathering to help those who are beginning to discern a call to lay or ordained leadership in the life of the church. On this day, seekers will hear from the Canon Tanya Wallace, Archdeacon Denise LaVetty and members of the Commission on Ministry about the Listening Heart discernment process, the ministry of the Laity and Clergy, the expectations of the Commission on Ministry for those seeking ordination, and clear and practical next steps. There will be prayer, plenary sessions, workshops, and lunch. Workshops will include sessions exploring priesthood, the diaconate, and discerning lay leadership for your community’s needs.
Seekers are encouraged to attend with their clergy person, and the expectation is that participants will be present the whole day. Registration link will be available shortly.
Session Leaders include:
The Rev. Canon Tanya Wallace, Canon for Lay and Clergy Formation
The Venerable Denise LaVetty, Archdeacon for Diaconal Formation and Transitions
The Rev. William Baker & Ms. Kris Ishibashi, Commission on Ministry Co-Chairs
Wilden Dannenberg, COM Member & Director of Music, Episcopal Church of St Luke and St Matthews, Brooklyn
Saturday, September 26, 2026
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
St. Mark's in the Bowery
131 E 10th Street
New York, NY 10003
Register Now: https://dioceseny.org/event/2026-vocations-day-listening-hearts-retreat-2/
For information: pmtang38@gmail.com
The Rev. Deacon Pamela Tang
COM Recruitment Committee, Vice-chair