The first day of Western Jurisdictional Conference in Salt Lake City began with an episcopal address, introduction of the 33 episcopal candidates, one certifying ballot and two other ballots, speeches, scenarios and more. Here’s today’s re-cap:
No election on the second ballot
After the certifying ballot was taken this morning (see below) 18 candidates were placed on the first ballot, which was taken at approximately 6:15 p.m. Leading was Rev. Dottie Escobedo-Frank of the Desert Southwest Conference with 45 votes, or 47.37 percent. After votes were tallied, Rev. Katie Ladd of the Pacific Northwest Conference withdrew her candidacy and received grateful applause from the room.
The second ballot was taken at approximately 7:45 p.m. with 17 candidates listed. Leading in votes at this point is Rev. Carlo Rapanut of the PNW Conference with 40 votes, or 41.67%. After votes were tallied, Rev. Theon Johnson III of the California-Nevada Conference withdrew his nomination with grateful applause from the crowd.
Delegates are able to vote for three candidates on each ballot. A two-thirds majority is required to be elected bishop.
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