Strategic Vision Implementation
Continuing Our Journey to a Shared Vision
The Diocese of California is in the implementation phase of the Strategic Vision Plan, which was presented during the 2025 Annual Convention. The Strategic Vision Implementation Committee (SVIC) was formed to oversee the implementation process. The SVIC is prayerfully and diligently collaborating with the people and the leaders of the diocese. Realization of the Strategic Vision Plan is expected to take several years.
In 2024, the Executive Council of the Diocese of California established a Strategic Vision Committee (SVC). Their task was to foster long-term planning for adaptive change in response to the challenges and opportunities facing our diocese. The SVC worked collaboratively with Bishop Austin to co-create a strategic vision plan. This work invited the active participation of the wider diocesan community. Together, we joyfully discerned our Strategic Vision. Today, we are beginning to make this vision a reality.
Our Vision:
A growing Church, alive and transformed in Christ, serving a diverse and interconnected Bay Area and wider world.
Our Values:
Mattering, Collaborating, Collectively Empowering, Sufficiency, Belonging
DioCal 2025 Convention Group Photo
Our Strategic Vision
Strategic Vision Plan Introduction
First 20 pages
Strategic Vision Plan
Full document
2025 Strategic Vision Convention Handout
From the Strategic Vision Committee
2025 Strategic Vision Committee reports to convention
Strategic Vision Updates
Staff Updates for Congregational Vitality
From the Rev. Canon J. Sierra Reyes The Rev. Laura Eberly, Canon for Congregations We are delighted to share that the Rev. Laura Eberly is in the...
Turning Vision into Action: Meet Your Strategic Implementation Team (Updated 5.7.26)
By the Rev. Canon J. Sierra Reyes As we live into our 2026-2028 Strategic Vision Plan, many of you have asked: How do we make sure these big ideas...
Q&A: The Rev. Canon Bob Kossler on Operations and Finance in the Diocese
The Diocese of California recently welcomed the Rev. Bob Kossler as Interim Canon for Operations and Finance. In this role, Bob supports the...
