The first diocesan convention under the leadership of the Rt. Rev. Edwin F. Gulick, Jr., Bishop of Kentucky, held Feb. 24-25 in Bowling Green, was short, business-like, and marked by a spirit of cooperation and good will.

In his address, Bishop Gulick pointed out the growth occurring in the diocese, particularly in small congregations. One of the thrusts of Bishop Gulick's first year has been to encourage churches to move from a "survival mentality" to a spirit of adventure in attempting to discern and implement God's mission.

Terry Parsons, stewardship consultant to the national church, presented a talk on the role of stewardship in one's spirituality.

Eighteen resolutions were passed, including seven based on the implementation of resolutions from General Convention. Among the other legislation, one was adopted which allows parishes to specify one or more voting vestry positions for persons 16 to 18 years of age.

A budget of $844,000 was adopted.

JANET IRWIN