Parish Toolbox

Moving Forward Together


This page is designed to serve as a resource center (or “toolbox”) for parishes and parish leaders who are effected by the ongoing litigation from the Episcopal Church diocese. You will find here links to all relevant information, resources, and upcoming meetings. 

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Resources

Hopes for Negotiations and a Call to Prayer [pdf]
An Open Letter to the Clergy and People of The Anglican Diocese of Pittsburgh and to The Episcopal Diocese of Pittsburgh of the Episcopal Church USA

Articles of Incorporation Instructions & Forms
Step-by-step instructions for incorporating in the State of Pennsylvania, including EIN and Docketing Statement

New Fellowship Checklist [pdf]
A checklist for new parish entities

Preparing to Negotiate [pdf]
A list of questions to help your parish prepare for negotiations with the TEC diocese

Continuity Planning for Parishes [pdf]
A publication of the Continuity Resource Center of the Board of Trustees

Court Documents

2005 Stipulation Agreement [pdf]
A copy of the 2005 Stipulation between Calvary Episcopal Church & the Diocese of Pittsburgh

Commonwealth Court Order - October 2009 [pdf]
Ruling issued by Judge James for enforcement of 2005 Stipulation

Appellate Court Opinion - February 2011 [pdf]
Ruling on the appeal from the Anglican Diocese

Appellate Court Order - March 29, 2011 [pdf]
Denial of request for re-hearing

Press Releases