By the Rev. Canon J. Sierra Reyes
As we live into our 2026-2028 Strategic Vision Plan, many of you have asked: How do we make sure these big ideas actually happen? I am thrilled to share how we are moving our 2026-2028 Strategic Vision Plan from a document of hope into a reality for our diocese. To ensure we follow through on our shared goals, the Bishop has appointed a dedicated Strategic Vision Implementation Committee (SVIC) to serve as an accountability tool for the next three years.
Supporting the Work on the Ground
It is important to understand that this committee is not here to do all the work themselves. Instead, their role is to act as a “crew” that plans, communicates, and manages the big picture. They are here to:
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Connect People: Act as points of contact to help leaders get local projects off the ground.
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Track Progress: Keep a clear record of goals and tasks so nothing gets lost.
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Communicate: Keep the entire diocese updated on our collective wins and lessons learned.
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Report Back: Provide formal updates to the Executive Council and Standing Committee every three months.
Ultimately, this team focuses on supporting the clergy, staff, and volunteers who are already doing the vital work in our communities.
The Implementation Team
The committee is composed of nine members, each serving as a “primary lead” for one of the plan’s focus areas. These leaders bring voices from the Executive Council, Standing Committee, and Committee on Governance to the table.
If you have questions about a specific area of the Strategic Vision, please reach out to the corresponding lead:
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General Questions: J. Sierra Reyes
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Christian Formation and Leadership: Leigh Flesher (Liaison to Committee on Governance)
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Congregational Development: Laura Eberly
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Mission Congregations: J. Sierra Reyes (Updated 5.7.26)*
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Finance: Lane Ringlee (Liaison to Executive Council)
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Multicultural/Multilingual Ministries: Toni Martinez Borgfeldt
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Repair and Healing: Eric Nefstead
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Beyond Our Church Doors: Gary England and Don Miller (Liaison to Standing Committee)
The SVIC meets to ensure we stay on track. We look forward to sharing more updates as we turn our big ideas into real action across the diocese.
If you have questions, please contact the Rev. Canon J. Sierra Reyes at [email protected].
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