Wendy Cañas

II New York

"Love in Action"
In 2008 I became a member of the Episcopal Church because I saw my Church serving all community members with love in action. The love in action I experienced the year at St. Ann's made me understand that serving my neighbor is the ultimate love that all Christians must share in their daily ministry. My work at the parish level and various diocesan committees prepares me to be an excellent executive council member. In my Church, I held a vestry member position and warden. At this moment, I am the Church's treasure. In the Diocese of New York, my first leadership experience was in the council. As a council member (2010), I served on the social concern and budget committees. My first experience with General Convention was in 2015 as an Alternate. In 2015, I was amazed by all the work that happened among the "Deputies of Color" to ensure that all church members feel loved and respected in the Church. My hope is my leadership experience as a member.