The recessed convention of the Diocese of Long Island gathered Feb. 28 in the Cathedral of the Incarnation, Garden City, N.Y. The Rt. Rev. Orris G. Walker, Jr., celebrated the Eucharist and presided over the meeting in Cathedral House.

Delegates were urged in the homily of Bishop Suffragan Rodney R. Michel "to recapture generosity of spirit which Jesus modeled for us."

In his opening remarks, Bishop Walker said there was "room for all to be heard," setting the tone for a gathering which was in marked contrast to the November convention which had been marked by acrimony and adversarial stances, leading to the recess.

Legislation seeking to define "duly qualified" was referred to the committee on canons for a new resolution to be submitted to the next convention. Debate took place on a resolution concerning appointment/election of archdeacons, with Bishop Walker leaving the platform to speak from the floor about his perspective. A motion was adopted to recommit the resolution for rewriting and presentation to the next convention.

A resolution concerning the standing committee and its investigation was amended and adopted with letters of thanks to be sent to the Rev. Richard Brewer, president of the standing committee, James O'Rourke and Bishop O'Kelley Whitaker, "expressing appreciation for their months of labor and for the excellent product of their work."

Another resolution, concerning the expenses of the archdeacon of Brooklyn, was withdrawn following the announcement by Bishop Walker that the archdeacon has resigned.

A substitute for a resolution regarding the diocesan audit committee was adopted, calling for measures to ensure accountability from all persons and bodies handling diocesan funds.