# Event Details - **Event Name**: Annual Diocesan Convention - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 10 Oct, 2026 at 08:30 am – Sat, 10 Oct, 2026 at 03:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Join us for a special Evensong on Friday, October 9th and the 2026 Annual Diocesan Convention on Saturday, October 10th.About this EventThe 243rd Annual Convention of the Episcopal Diocese of Pennsylvania will begin on Friday, October 9th with Evensong at The Philadelphia Episcopal Cathedral at 6:30 p.m. This service is free and open to the public. No registration needed.Saturday DetailsThe business of Convention starts on Saturday, October 10th. It will be held at the Sheraton Valley Forge Hotel in King of Prussia, PA. In-person attendance is expected. If you are unable to attend, please email Bishop Gutiérrez at dgutierrez@diopa.org.Convention doors open at 8:30 a.m. with Morning Prayer beginning at 9:00 a.m.A light breakfast and lunch will be provided.ParkingThe Sheraton offers complimentary self-parking in its side and back parking lots for guests. Wheelchair-accessible and van-accessible parking spaces are also available.Things to know:1) Each parish must submit the names of all deputies by September 10th to contact@diopa.org.2) Convention will not be hybrid this year, and in-person attendance is expected. If you are unable to attend, please email Bishop Gutiérrez at dgutierrez@diopa.org.3) If you are a voting clergy or lay deputy, you will need a smart device (cell phone, tablet or PC) for elections. A limited number of Ipads will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis.4) For budget, resolutions and nominee information, please try to attend one of the Pre-Convention meetings we have scheduled. See link below.Information and links for Pre-Convention Meetings and Convention materials:1) 2026 Elected Positions. All questions can be directed to Nominations@diopa.org. The deadline for submissions is September 26th.2) Pre-Convention Meeting dates and registration Click Here. Training sessions on voting electronically has been scheduled for October 6th and October 8th. Click Here to register.3) 2026 Agenda, Committee Reports, Budget information and Resolutions will be made available via LiveBinders as the information comes in. A link will be provided. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/king-of-prussia/annual-diocesan-convention/100001982457781591 - **Event Categories**: meetups, workshops - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 6 hours 30 minutes - Location: Sheraton Valley Forge King of Prussia - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 100, max: 100, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: King of Prussia - **state**: PA - **country**: United States - **location**: Sheraton Valley Forge King of Prussia - **lat**: 40.08966009999999 - **long**: -75.40986389999999 - **full address**: Sheraton Valley Forge King of Prussia, 480 North Gulph Road, King of Prussia, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Annual Diocesan Convention - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/fe743d59d9ffeab72bf2d3f777998ab99f21f2fb401ce89f20477865f7737bdc-rimg-w720-h360-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg?v=1786369149 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Annual Diocesan Convention being held? - **A:** Annual Diocesan Convention takes place on Sat, 10 Oct, 2026 at 08:30 am to Sat, 10 Oct, 2026 at 03:00 pm at Sheraton Valley Forge King of Prussia, 480 North Gulph Road, King of Prussia, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Annual Diocesan Convention? - **A:** Annual Diocesan Convention is organized by Episcopal Diocese of Pennsylvania. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Annual Diocesan Convention is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in King of Prussia, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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