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The Diocesan Standing Committee plays a vital role in the life of the Diocese of Monmouth. It manages the day-to-day business of the Diocesan Conference and helps shape the strategic direction of the diocese throughout the year.This committee ensures that the decisions made at Conference are carried forward with care, consistency, and a deep commitment to our diocesan values of love, generosity, joy, humility, courage, and integrity.What the Standing Committee DoesThe Standing Committee acts as the engine room of diocesan governance. Its responsibilities include:Bringing motions and elections to Diocesan ConferenceApproving and overseeing diocesan groups and committeesCollaborating with the Bishop on pastoral reorganisationMonitoring financial matters through regular reports from the Diocesan Board of Finance (DBF)As the Conference sets the overall direction for the diocese, the Standing Committee ensures that direction is sustained, developed, and lived out across the year.A Culture of Stewardship and ServiceThe Standing Committee reflects the culture we are building across the diocese—one of collaboration, transparency, and shared responsibility. Its work is grounded in trust and shaped by the same values that guide our worship, ministry, and office life.It is a space where:Strategic decisions are made with integrityDiverse voices are heard with humilityResources are stewarded with generosityChallenges are met with courageThe wellbeing of our churches and communities is held in lovePastoral and Property ResponsibilitiesIn Monmouth, the Church and Pastoral Committee has been merged into the Standing Committee. This means the Committee also oversees:Reviewing the pastoral need for church Buildings across the dioceseManaging responsibilities under the Redundant Churches Regulations (e.g. church closures or repurposing)Advising the DBF and others on grants and loans for church buildings, grounds, and contentsConsidering matters referred by the Diocesan Advisory Committee (DAC) and seeking its advice when appropriate