An update on the application period and feedback from Convention attendees.
Now Accepting Applications
Applications for the position of 11th Bishop of Oregon will be accepted from October 11, 2019 until 11:59 p.m. Pacific time on November 1, 2019. All complete applications submitted by the deadline will be reviewed by the search committee. There is no formal nomination process. If there is someone you would like to nominate, please […]
Early Survey Results
By Martin Loring, Chair, 11th Bishop of Oregon Search Committee The 11th Bishop of Oregon Search Committee Survey closed August 31. It provides valuable information for building the profile and screening for a strong slate of nominees to meet the needs of our diocese, now and in the future. The first thing I would like to […]
Transition Committee Members Appointed
Dear Friends in Christ, Continuing the Search and Transition process begun in May when Bishop Michael announced his desire to retire by January 2021, the Standing Committee met with the Rev. Beth Mallon, chair of the Transition Committee, to appoint the Transition Committee members on September 5. The Standing Committee and Beth+ worked hard to choose […]
More People Speak: Portland and Corvallis Diocesan Listening Sessions
By Martin Loring, Chair, 11th Bishop of Oregon Search Committee Diocesan Listening Sessions continued Saturday, August 17 at two locations. In the morning, some 53 people from greater Portland area congregations came to St. Barnabas, Portland to hear from the Vision Committee, the Relocation Committee and the 11th Bishop of Oregon Search Committee. We were blessed […]