Convention Nominees

Each year, Diocesan Convention brings together leaders from across the Episcopal Church in Utah to help guide our shared ministry and governance.

As part of this important work, we invite you to learn more about this year’s nominees. They have offered their time, experience, and gifts to serve on diocesan committees, councils, and commissions. In preparation for Convention, explore their backgrounds and statements as we look ahead to elections on October 16–17.

Our Nominees

Rev. Kim Fox

Disciplinary Board

Kim has 25 years experience as a priest. Her experience includes chaplaincy, with level 1 trauma experience, as well as familiarity and experience with Title IV process .

Artemis Langford

Disciplinary Board (Lay Position)

I serve my parish as an Altar Guild member and as a lector, and shall continue growing in service in the parish. In the past, I've served on the Disciplinary Board for the Diocese of Wyoming, as a youth vestry member for my hometown's parish, Liturgy & Ecumenical Coordinator for my campus's ministry, and served on the Episcopal Youth Event 2020 planning committee. I'm interested in faithfully serving on my diocese's Disciplinary Board and I've diligently worked to thoroughly understand the Constitution and Canons of the Diocese of Utah and the Episcopal Church, in preparation for this service.

Rev. Connie Gordon

Standing Committee

I would like to express my interest in serving on Standing Committee. As a priest, I was raised up from St. Francis, and have served my entire 20 year career in the Diocese at two different churches. I have been at St. Paul's in Vernal for the last 17 years. I have a good understanding of the history of the diocese and am dedicated to serving to the best of my ability.

Bill Leach

Standing Committee (Lay Position)

I have been a congregant in good standing for over 20 years and have served in multiple capacities including three terms on vestry and two terms as Junior Warden. Outside of the church, and during my employment before retirement, I served on several boards, commissions and committees that called for individuals willing to listen, reflect and make thoughtful and informed input or suggestions. I recognize the importance of working together with people who may have differing views always looking for common ground. I have a deep love for this church and will, if called, serve the Diocese to the best of my ability.

Rev. Pat Hart

Standing Committee (Clergy - Full Term)

Rev. Pat will make a great member of the Standing Committee. She works hard through all adversities. She loves equally. She’s smart and doesn’t have a problem with thinking outside the box when needed. She’s fiercely loyal and protective yet knows when the right time is to let go. She puts her all into everything she does.

We stand behind her all the way. Let her show you what we all know already about her. If you want a strong successful Standing Committee, add Rev. Pat Hart.

Melissa Wank

Diocesan Treasurer

Michael Riding

Diocesan Council (Lay Position - At Large)

Open Positions & Governing Rules

Learn more about the nominees and open positions to be considered at the 2026 Diocesan Convention. This document outlines the responsibilities, terms, and requirements for serving on the Diocesan Council, Standing Committee, Disciplinary Board, Commission on Ministry, and other positions. It also provides helpful information about the roles and expectations for each position.