A larger geographical entity within the diocese is called a convocation. It is geographic and usually includes one metropolitan area with surrounding counties. Texas has ten convocations, the head of which, nominated by the bishop and elected by council, is called the " dean." The dean arranges meetings of the convocational clergy to provide fellowship, continuing education, communication, planning and moral support for clergy and their families and to gather lay members to share ideas and projects. Deans are ex-officio members of the Executive Board of the Diocese.

 

Galveston, The Rev. Stacy B. Stringer, Holy Trinity, Dickinson

 

Southeast, The Rev. Nancy P. DeForest, St. Stephen's, Beaumont

 

Northwest, The Rev. Jeff W. Fisher, St. Alban's, Waco

 

East Harris, The Rev. Patrick J. Miller, St. Mark's, Houston

 

Austin, The Rev. Morgan S. Allen, Good Shepherd, Austin

 

San Jacinto, The Rev. Beth J. Fain, St. Mary's, Cypress

 

Northeast, The Rev. Arthur A. Callaham, St. Cyprian's, Lufkin

 

West Harris, The Rev. Chris Bowhay, St. Thomas', Houston

 

Central, The Rev. David Keith Ottsen, St. Peter's, Brenham

 

Southwest, The Rev. Susan Kennard, St. Mark's, Bay City