Resolved, the House of Bishops concurring,

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That the 80th General Convention commend to each diocese A Christian Life of Faith: Signs and Thresholds Along The Way as a discernment tool and formation guide for baptized Episcopalians, directing it particularly to Commissions on Ministry as a resource to fulfill Title III: Canon 1: Of the Ministry of All Baptized Persons which states, “Each Diocese shall make provision for the affirmation and development of the ministry of all baptized persons”.

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That the 80th General Convention commend to each diocese A Christian Life of Faith: Signs and Thresholds Along The Way as a discernment tool and formation guide for baptized Episcopalians, directing it particularly to Commissions on Ministry as a resource to fulfill Title III: Canon 1: Of the Ministry of All Baptized Persons which states, “Each Diocese shall make provision for the affirmation and development of the ministry of all baptized persons”.; and be it further

Resolved, That Executive Council appoint a liaison to the “Christian Life of Faith” writing group for the purposes of regular communication and mutual accountability.