Saint Vincent College

300 Fraser Purchase Road,

Latrobe, PA 15650

June 25-28, 2024

Early Bird Pricing $375 until Dec. 31st

Regular Pricing: $475 until March 15; Late Pricing: $600 until May 15

Registration includes meals starting with dinner, on June 25th, through breakfast and morning snacks on June 28th. Admission to all plenary sessions, breakouts, and events.

The Most Rev. Dr. Foley Beach

Dr. Beach has been the Archbishop and Primate of the Anglican Church North America since 2014. He was the Chairman of Gafcon until 2023 and is currently seated on the Primates Council. He is also the Bishop of the Diocese of the South.

The Most Rev. Dr. Laurent Mbanda

Dr. Mbanda is the Archbishop and Primate of the Anglican Church of Rwanda Chairman of the Gafcon Primates Council. He is the author of two books and has administered several non-governmental organizations and businesses.

Rt. Revd Rennis Ponniah

Bishop Rennis was appointed as Bishop of the Anglican Diocese of Singapore in 2012 and retired in 2020. He currently serves as the Hon Director of the Secretariat of the Global South Fellowship of Anglican Churches (GSFA).

*More speakers to be announced.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: What is the vesting information?

A: Vesting information will be sent to all registered clergy via e-mail in a separate communication closer to the Assembly.

Q: Will there be airport shuttles?

A: No. All attendees must arrange for their own transportation to Saint Vincent College in Latrobe, Pennsylvania. Pittsburgh International Airport is 90 minutes from the college. Latrobe also has an airport, but with limited flights.

Q: What is the recommended attire?

A: Business casual. Clergy usually wear collars. Comfortable shoes. Sweaters or jackets for cool evenings or air-conditioned spaces.

Q: Is there childcare?

A: Currently, there are no plans for childcare for Assembly attendees.

Q: Are the hotels listed on the registration page the only ones in the area?

A: No. There are other hotels in the area, but these are the ones that gave us special pricing. You are welcome to stay in any hotel where you find accommodations.

Q: I have food allergies. What will the meals be like?

A: All the meals will be buffet style at the college. There will be choices in what you will be able to eat. If you are not sure about a selection, the cafeteria staff can be asked about how a dish has been prepared.

Q: If I’m attending one of the pre-conference events (For example, Provincial Council, or the College of Bishops) am I automatically also registered to attend Assembly?

A: No. Everyone who will attend any of the meetings at Saint Vincent College must be registered for each and every meeting they will attend. Registration for each event is separate and registration for housing is also separate.

Q: Will all the meals & meetings take place in one building?

A: No. We will be using the entire campus. Please come prepared for walking and for any weather. There will be very limited shuttle service available.

Q: Where do we check in when we arrive on campus?

A: Specific instructions & details will be emailed to everyone in late May or early June 2024.

Q: How are voting delegates selected for Provincial Council and Assembly?

A: The selection of delegates and youth delegates is up to each individual diocese. Usually, this is determined by the Canons of the diocese. The Provincial Canons explain the calculation of the number of delegates allotted to each Diocese under Canon I.1 for Council and Canon I.2 for Assembly.

Q: How do I know who the voting delegates are from my diocese?

A: Contact your diocesan office.

Q: What portions of the week may I attend if I am not a voting delegate?

A: Everyone is welcome to attend and participate in the Assembly mission conference portion of the week, Wednesday through Friday midday. If you are not a delegate, you may attend the Provincial Council and Provincial Assembly business meetings as an observer on Tuesday and Wednesday. Only official delegates have voice and vote during the business meetings.

Q: When will the next archbishop be elected and who elects him?

A: The College of Bishops will elect the next archbishop from among its members during its meeting the weekend preceding Assembly. The transfer of spiritual authority from Archbishop Foley Beach to the new archbishop will take place during the closing Eucharist of Assembly on Friday, June 28, 2024.

Q: I would like to be an Exhibitor. Who do I contact?

A: You can contact Pam Norris (pam.norris@anglicanchurch.net) about being an Exhibitor.

Q: Are scholarships available for me to attend?

A: The Province does not provide scholarships to attend Provincial Council or Assembly. We recommend reaching out to your local diocese or congregation to determine if they have scholarships available.