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Diocese of California elects the Rev. Austin K. Rios as its ninth bishop
leer en español Rios will be the diocese’s first Latino bishop [Dec. 2, 2023- SAN FRANCISCO] The Episcopal Diocese of California elected the Rev. Austin K. Rios as its ninth bishop during a special convention on Saturday, December 2, 2023, at Grace Cathedral in...
Remembering Sandra Day O’Connor: A message from Bishop Marc
With deep gratitude, we remember the remarkable life and legacy of Sandra Day O’Connor, a wise and pioneering jurist who will forever be remembered as the first woman appointed to the U.S. Supreme Court. Justice O’Conner was also a faithful Episcopalian, a lay leader...
Letter from the Standing Committee to the Diocese
Standing Committee 2023-2024 The Rev. Dr. Mauricio Wilson President, Class of 2024 Sean McConnell Vice-President, Class of 2025 The Rev. Jane Stratford Secretary, Class of 2026 Robyn AmosLay Order, Class of 2024 The Ven. Carolyn BoltonClergy Order, Class of 2025...
Bishop Search & Transition Update: Nomination by Petition Period Has Concluded, Additional Information About the Nominees Available
The Bishop Search & Transition process in the Diocese of California has reached another milestone with the conclusion of the nomination by petition period. According to the Standing Committee, no petitions were received. As a result, the three nominees included in...
Bishop Marc’s statement on the outbreak of conflict between Israel and Hamas
Dear Beloved Community, I write to you today with a heavy heart. As many of you know, over the weekend we witnessed the outbreak of violence in Israel where a devastating attack by Hamas has caused immense suffering and loss. Our prayers go out to the people of...
Bishop Marc’s statement on the death of Senator Dianne Feinstein
San Francisco, California, the United States, and the world have lost a true champion of compassion, justice, and courage with the death of Senator Dianne Feinstein. Sheila and I arrived in California after many of the historic acts of Supervisor, Mayor, and Senator...
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