Search for the Eighth Bishop Almighty God, giver of every good gift: send forth your light and your truth, that they may lead us in discerning who we are as Christ’s church now, and who God is calling us to be in our next season of shared ministry; so guide the hearts and minds of those who shall choose a bishop for this diocese, that we may receive a faithful shepherd, who will care for your people and equip us for our ministries; through Christ our Lord. Amen. An Update from the Search Committee Landscape Survey Findings The Search Committee gives thanks for the time and heartfelt participation of everyone who has taken part in the search process so far. The results of the diocesan survey, summarized in the Executive Summary, reflect positive energy across the diocese for the work we do together. It is especially encouraging that congregation members, diocesan staff and leaders, and active and retired clergy share a vision for who we are, who God is calling us to be, and the qualities and character we desire in our next bishop. Executive Summary Executive Summary (Español) Members of the Search Committee are actively writing and editing the Diocesan Profile, with the goal of publishing it and opening the application period before Thanksgiving. On that note, the Search Committee is collecting photos from across the diocese for the creation of the Bishop Profile and other materials. These photos help show our identity and tell our story. Share your photos in the shared Google Photos Album below. Share Your Photos From mid-November to mid-December, members of the Search Committee will travel to six locations across the diocese to share what has been learned and to hear from the people of the diocese again as the process moves into the discernment period. The Committee is mindful of its commitment to hear from and include members of the diocese from Murphy to Sparta and from Gastonia to Mars Hill. The Search and Transition Committees ask for your continued prayers and are grateful for the notes of encouragement they have received. Please also keep in your prayers those priests who may already be discerning whether God is calling them to serve as our next bishop. Email the Search Committee 1/1 We are searching for a new Bishop for the Diocese of Western North Carolina! So, what does that mean, exactly? A Bishop is the guiding and overseeing leader of a Diocese in the Episcopal church. In fact, Episcopal Church literally means a church of Bishops. A Diocese is a community of congregations, usually organized by region. Our Diocese is composed of congregations in Western North Carolina. Our latest Bishop, José McLoughlin, has been called to serve in a different capacity in The Episcopal Church, and we are searching for someone God is calling to be our Bishop in the next chapter of our Diocese’s ministry. The end of a Bishop’s ministry with a Diocese is an important opportunity to reflect on who we are as Christ’s Church now and on who God is calling us to become in the next season of our shared ministry. This transitional moment is important for all of us in the Diocese of Western North Carolina so that we move forward together prayerfully and faithfully. Bishops are called through a prayerful and thoughtful process of election. We trust that the Holy Spirit moves in this prayerful process as applicants offer up their names to a Search Committee that will consider the needs of the Diocese and the gifts of the applicants. Through this consideration, a few candidates will be presented to the Diocese to join in praying and listening for guidance. The Standing Committee will formally call for an Electing Convention in the Summer of 2027, and delegates from all the congregations, both Clergy and Lay, will elect the next Bishop from those candidates. In all this process, we continually pray that the Holy Spirit will guide us as we seek a Bishop to join us on our journey to follow Jesus. Communications Upcoming Dates Search Team Supply Bishop The Standing Committee serves as a council of advice for the Bishop is the ecclesiastical authority in the absence of a Bishop, and are leading the search and transition process for the next bishop. They will work with the search and transition committees throughout this process. Standing Committee The Rev. Susan Buchanan President Ms. Jane Schronce Vice President Mr. Alex Coimbré Recording Secretary The Rev. Dr. Erin Kirby Ms. Kim Miller The Rev. Dn. Cynthia Nash The Rev. Dr. Robert Wetherington Ms. Amanda Cook standingcommittee@diocesewnc.org Search Committee The Rev. Gaelyn Evangreene (Chair) St. James, Hendersonville The Rev. Toni Belhu St. Francis, & St. Gabriel's, Rutherfordton Ms. Allison Bowen Grace, Asheville The Rev. Dn. Pam Bright Redeemer, Shelby Ms. Carolyn Burhans Trinity, Spruce Pine Mr. Michael McLaughlin Cathedral of All Souls, Asheville The Rev. Amy Peterson Trinity, Asheville Dr. Peter Purcell St. Mary of the Hills, Blowing Rock The Rev. John Roberts Transfiguration, Bat Cave The Rev. Elizabeth Tester St. Luke's & Our Saviour, Lincolnton bishopsearch@diocesewnc.org Transition Committee The Rev. Robert Hartmans (Chair) Grace, Asheville Ms. Christine Longoria Cathedral of All Souls, Asheville Ms. Susan Wilson Cathedral of All Souls, Asheville Ms. Mary Elizabeth Waters-Smith St. James, Black Mountain bishoptransition@diocesewnc.org Check in here for pertinent upcoming dates in the search and transition process. Dates are subject to change and will be updated as the information is determined and available. Bishop Profile January 2027 In-Person Gatherings November & December All communications from the bishop search & transition process will be archived here. If you want to receive communications in real time, subscribe to our Diocesan Communications Email List . This will subscribe you to the Along The Way newsletter and all pertinent diocesan letters & communications. Bishop Search Committee: Listening Sessions Schedule (September 22, 2026) Standing Committee & Executive Council: Joint Resolutions (September 10, 2026) Letter from the President of the Standing Committee (August 31, 2026) Bishop Search Committee: Last Chance to take the Survey (August 24, 2026) Bishop Search Committee: Survey is Live! (August 2, 2026) Updates & Reminders about the Bishop Search & Transition Process (July 27, 2026 Letter from Search Committee on Upcoming Surveys (July 20, 2026) Video Update on Search Process from Fr. John Roberts (July 16, 2026) Standing Committee, Search and Transition Teams Meet at Valle Crucis to Begin Bishop Search Process (July 8, 2026) Bishop Skirving to Serve as Supply Bishop for Pastoral Visitation (July 8, 2026) Invitation to Give to Bishop's Farewell Purse from Standing Committee (June 22, 2026) Announcement of Search & Transition Teams from Standing Committee (June 18, 2026) Call for Search & Transition Team Nominations from Standing Committee (May 27, 2026) Departure Announcement Letter from Bishop José (April 16, 2026) We are honored that the Rt. Rev. Rob Skirving will be assisting our diocese in this time of transition as a Supply Bishop. Bishop Skirving was ordained deacon and priest in 1986 in the Diocese of Huron in the Anglican Church of Canada, and went on to serve parishes in Huron and in the Diocese of Eastern Michigan before his election as Bishop of the Diocese of East Carolina in 2014, where he served until his retirement in 2026. Bishop Skirving and his wife, Sandy, make their home in Beaufort, North Carolina. 2026 Visitation Schedule 2027 Visitation Schedule

We are the Episcopal Church in the 28 counties of the westernmost portion of the state, with more than 15,000 members worshiping in 63 year-round congregations, six summer chapels, and two conference centers. It's a vibrant and exciting place to live and work and experience the glory of God's creation. The Episcopal Church in Western North Carolina We are the Episcopal Church in the 28 most western counties of North Carolina, with more than 15,000 members contributing to 60 year-round congregations, four summer chapels, two conference centers, a summer camp, Deerfield Retirement Community, and Christ School. It's a vibrant and exciting place to live and work and experience the glory of God's creation. Learn About Our Diocese Empowering Youth and Young Adults Youth are more than just our future—they are our present. We invite youth and young adults to participate fully in the life of the Church. Learn More Exploring Our Churches From the mountains to the foothills, in cities and towns throughout Western North Carolina, our churches offer something for everyone. Learn More Telling Our Stories Evangelism through storytelling. We believe that we can walk the Way of Love through sharing the stories of our unique and diverse diocese. Learn More Barrier Breakers: The Pilgrimage "Barrier Breakers: The Pilgrimage" is a pilgrimage celebrating and amplifying the stories of historically black parishes in the Episcopal Diocese of Western North Carolina. Learn More Stay Up-To-Date Subscribe to our mailing list to stay up to date with the latest news from our diocese and parishes. Have news you want to share? Email our Missioner for Communication . Download the Diocesan Seal Click image to download.

A Reflection on Cuba By the Rev. Brent Norris, rector of St. Mary's Episcopal Church, Asheville Since 2014, St. Mary's Asheville has been in an intentional relationship with the mission congregation San Felipe el Diacono in Limonar, Cuba. This small but faithful congregation has been meeting in a garden shed since their church was destroyed by a hurricane in the 1970s. St. Mary's, along with congregations in other dioceses, have helped buy an adjacent house that is being renovated for worship, education and fellowship to use while a new church is being built. St. Mary's takes an annual trip to Cuba and the priest of San Felipe el Diacono has visited St. Mary's.

Expanding the Circle The growth of the Episcopal Church in Western North Carolina rests in equal measure to the faith, perseverance, and ministry of women, persons of different sexual orientations, and minority persons such as Hispanic/Latinx. Our story includes early pioneer women who nurtured the faith formation of their families by collaborating with diocesan bishops, clergy, and neighbors to secure funds to construct church buildings, manage and direct diocesan schools for girls, teach Sunday School in local parishes, and lead women’s auxiliary groups. One notable churchwoman was Miss Minnie Drinker of St. James, Black Mountain, who became the first social worker in the mountains of North Carolina. Watch Bishop José's address to the Episcopal Church Women of WNC for the group's 150th anniversary. In the latter half of the 19th century, the Diocese supported the ministry of deaconesses, women set apart to care for the sick and the poor. Following the 1976 General Convention, our diocese welcomed women priests and deacons to lead and serve our congregations. The Rev. Elizabeth “Ibba” Tappe was the first woman ordained priest in the diocese, and the Rev. Sherry Mattson was the first rector of a church serving the people of St. David’s in Cullowhee. In the 1980s, the Rev. Neil Zabriskie, rector, and dean of The Cathedral of All Souls was known as "the living social conscience" of the diocese. He advocated and challenged the diocese to begin facilitating conversations around human sexuality as well as becoming a welcoming and safe church for gay and lesbian persons. By the early 1990s, we had embarked on diocesan-wide dialogues around the blessing of same-sex relationships. Today, our diocese not only welcomes all people to worship and serve in our congregations, we also celebrate the ministry of our LGBTQ clergy and lay leaders. Likewise, during the 1990s, Bishop Robert Johnson and others recognized that Western North Carolina was becoming one of the fastest-growing Hispanic/Latinx populations in the country. Bishop Johnson worked to establish our first Spanish-speaking mission at La Capilla de Santa Maria in Hendersonville and call our first Hispanic/ Latino Missioner, the Rev. Tim Hoyt. Today, the diocese has a vibrant Spanish-speaking ministry with four mission sites across the diocese, numerous parish ministries serving their Spanish-speaking neighbors, and two full-time Hispanic/Latino missioners. The Cathedral of All Souls <<>> Origins LEARN MORE Origins LEARN MORE LEARN MORE Settlement Period LEARN MORE Settlement Period LEARN MORE Mountain Missionary Spirit LEARN MORE Mountain Missionary Spirit LEARN MORE Becoming a Diocese LEARN MORE Becoming a Diocese LEARN MORE Repairing a Breach LEARN MORE Repairing a Breach LEARN MORE Expanding the Circle LEARN MORE Expanding the Circle

Safe Church Background Checks Active Screening Faith has been consolidated to Protect My Ministry. To set up an account please call the support number at 1-800-319-5581. Once you are approved, you will be sent a username and password to logon to the Protect my Ministry website. Then you can begin processing background checks using the Episcopal Diocese of Western North Carolina (WNC) Screening package options. Background Check Packages: Staff Package: Base price of $37.50 Each educational institution and state have additional mandated processing fees. These fees are not covered in the base price; therefore, the total cost will increase by the cost of the fees. For example, the National Student Clearinghouse charges $8.76 per name searched as part of the education verification, and the state of North Carolina charges an additional $12.75 for the Motor Vehicle Record processed through the state. The Initial Staff package includes the following information: National Sex Offender Registry Search National Criminal Database Search Education Verification (one record only; additional records cost extra) Federal by District Criminal Search MVR (Motor Vehicle Record) Volunteer Package: Base price of $12.50 The base price does not include any state processing fees, which may be required to process the reports. Therefore, the total cost will increase by the cost of the fees. *Credit checks and DMV records can be added for an additional cost. The Volunteer package includes the following information: National Sex Offender Registry Search National Criminal Database Search For instructions on the steps to conduct a background check click here. Note for Clergy Protect My Ministry can be used for clergy seeking licensing only. For clergy new to the Episcopal Diocese of Western North Carolina, or for any clergy who will have cure at a parish in our diocese, background checks will be done using Oxford Documents, and the cost for the background check will be incurred by the clergy or the parish they are serving. The initial cost for an Oxford Document background screening is $155 and can cost more depending on how many jurisdictions the clergy has lived. Please contact Jess Ives regarding Oxford Documents background checks. Contact Info Protect My Ministry: 1-800-319-5581 or cs@activescreeningfaith.com Diocese: Eden Lewis , Director of Formation & Discipleship

Indigenous Ministries Conference On March 26, 2022, we gathered as a diocese with 5 respected speakers to discuss the past, present, and future of the Diocese of WNC with our indigenous siblings. Our 5 speakers were the Rev. Dr. Brad Hauff (Indigenous Missioner for The Episcopal Church), the Rev. Dr. Bude VanDyke (Rector at the Church of The Good Shepherd in Decatur, Alabama), Dr. Trey Adkock (Director of American Indian and Indigenous studies at the University of North Carolina at Asheville), Mr. James Bradley (Secretary of Education for the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians), and Principal Chief of the Eastern Band of the Cherokee Indians, Mr. Richard Sneed. Photos by Pamela Mumby of Land of the Sky Photography.

Along the Way Newsletter Have a story or an event you want to share in our Along the Way newsletter? Check out our submission guidelines and send your information to katie@diocesewnc.org by Monday at noon to be considered for placement in the following day's newsletter. Along the Way - Weekly Newsletter The weekly newsletter of the Episcopal Diocese of Western North Carolina, Along the Way , is published every Wednesday (excluding some holidays). The e-news offers stories and events from around the diocese, including parish events and what's coming up at our camps and conference centers. It also includes job openings, resource links for clergy and lay leadership, and national Episcopal Church news. See our latest newsletter in the archives below. Church Leadership Weekly Checklist of Upcoming Dates and Deadlines Important dates in the coming months for clergy, wardens, and staff will be posted each week, and a link is included in each newsletter. See the latest checklist here. Do you need an easy way to share the Newsletter signup with your congregation? Print out the PDF attached through the button below for a flyer with a QR code that can be shared in your bulletin or displayed in the narthex for easy signup. Newsletter Signup Flyer Newsletter Archives

General Convention The 82nd General Convention of The Episcopal Church is July 3-8, 2027 in Phoenix, AZ. Information about the 82nd General Convention

Deanery Dinners Thank you for joining us at our Deanery Dinners with Bishop José! We enjoyed joining you for fellowship, community, and discussion surrounding our diocesan history and future. Click below to check out the photos from these fun celebrations in our beautiful Diocese of Western North Carolina. Bessemer City Denver Gastonia Lincolnton Rutherfordton Shelby PIEDMONT DEANERY - The Laboratory Mill, Lincolnton Hickory Lenoir Marion Morganton Newton Wilkesboro Little Switzerland FOOTHILLS DEANERY - The Double J Farm, Lenoir Boone Blowing Rock Burnsville Glendale Springs Linville Newland Sparta Spruce Pine Valle Crucis MOUNTAIN DEANERY - The Mill at Rock Creek, Boone Bat Cave Brevard Cedar Mountain Edneyville Flat Rock Fletcher Hendersonville Lake Toxaway Mills River Saluda Tryon HENDERSONVILLE DEANERY - Point Lookout Vineyards Canton Waynesville Sylva Cullowhee Franklin Hayesville Cashiers Highlands Murphy Robbinsville WESTERN DEANERY - The Lodge at Cat Creek, Franklin Asheville Arden Black Mountain Mars Hill ASHEVILLE DEANERY - Governor's Western Residence, Asheville

Exploring Our Churches Hendersonville Area Up Back to Find a Church The Hendersonville Deanery encompasses three counties from the mountains to the foothills. It is home to a large portion of the Pisgah National Forest, 200 waterfalls, and the Brevard Music Center. There are nine Episcopal parishes, one Spanish-speaking mission, and two summer multi-denominational preaching stations, originally founded by the Episcopal Church. The demographic, while including all ages, largely consists of retirees. Major cities: Bat Cave Brevard Cedar Mountain Edneyville Flat Rock Fletcher Hendersonville Lake Toxaway Mills River Saluda Tryon St. James Episcopal Church 766 N Main St Hendersonville, NC 28792 https://www.stjamesepiscopal.com/ (828) 693-7458 St. Philip's Episcopal Church 256 E. Main Street Brevard, NC 28712 www.stphilipsbrevardnc.org (828) 884-3666 St. Paul's Episcopal Church 1659 St. Paul’s Road, Edneyville, North Carolina, 28727 www.stpaulsedneyville.com (828) 393-5882 The Episcopal Church of the Holy Family 419 Turnpike Rd. Mills River, NC 28759 www.ourholyfamily.org/ P: 828-891-9375 Episcopal Church of the Transfiguration 106 Saylor Lane Bat Cave, NC 28710 www.ectransfiguration.org 828-625-9244 Episcopal Church of the Transfiguration 49 Episcopal Church Drive Saluda, NC 28773 www.transfigurationsaluda.org (828) 749-9740 Calvary Episcopal Church 2840 Hendersonville Rd Fletcher, NC 28732 www.calvaryfletcher.org (828) 684-6266 Holy Cross Episcopal Church 150 Melrose Ave Tryon, NC 28782 www.holycrosstryon.org (828) 859-9741 Good Shepherd Episcopal Church 814 Markham Rd Tryon, NC 28782 www.goodshepherdtryon.org (828) 859-9961 St. John in the Wilderness 1895 Greenville Hwy Flat Rock, NC 28731 www.stjohnflatrock.org/ (828) 693-9783 La Capilla de Santa Maria 186 St Marys Drive Hendersonville, NC 28792 www.lacapilla.org (323) 541- 2173

Foundation Grant The Episcopal Foundation of Western North Carolina is a non-profit corporation founded in 1963 by Bishop Henry with an initial gift from Mr. Charles Timson. The Foundation operates under its own independent charter, and the members of the Board of Directors are elected at the annual convention of the Diocese. The Foundation uses the income from its investments to make grants up to $20,000 exclusively for charitable, educational, religious, and scientific purposes. Parishes and institutions applying for these funds must present their initial request to a joint meeting the board of The Episcopal Foundation of Western North Carolina and the diocesan Finance Committee. Apply for this grant Grant budget form On April 17, the Foundation Board voted effective immediately: To reduce the maximum grant from $20,000 to $15,000, and To restrict the number of application presentations per meeting to no more than 3 including any joint grant/loan combos. This is a permanent change in order to help as many parishes as possible while withdrawing no more than 4% of funds for grants annually. We will no longer roll over any amount unspent in a previous year. It is not unusual to receive a grant award for less than the amount requested due to the increase in applications in the post-Covid era. You may also consider applying for an interest-free loan from the Diocese.

St. Hilda's Press Grant The St. Hilda's Press Grant is intended to support congregations in printing projects, such as church history or other publishing projects related to the parish. Apply for this Grant

Upcoming Events Middle School Fall Retreat 2026 Fri, Oct 23 Lake Logan Episcopal Center More info Learn More High School Fall Retreat Fri, Nov 20 Valle Crucis Conference Center More info Learn More Multiple Dates Clergy Beloved Community Workshop Wed, Jan 13 Online & In-Person More info Learn More Discernment Conversation - Lay Leadership Wed, Jan 20 ZOOM More info Learn More Discernment Conversation - Holy Orders Wed, Jan 27 ZOOM More info Learn More Safe Church, Safe Community Training Sat, Jan 30 St Francis Episcopal Church More info Learn More Feast of Blessed Absalom Jones Celebration Sat, Feb 13 St Matthias' Episcopal Church More info Learn more Vestry Leadership Day Sat, Feb 27 Trinity Episcopal Church More info Learn More

Racial Reconciliation, Justice, and Equity Click here for a list of resources for dismantling racism and combatting white supremacy. The Diocese of Western North Carolina has a long-standing commitment to dismantling and eradicating racism in our church, communities, and worldwide. We are blessed by the ongoing and compelling work of our diocesan Commission to Dismantle Racism, which exists to name, confess, resist, and confront the sin of racism through prayer, education, advocacy, and action. Learn about the history of the Commission here. While much progress has been made, there is still work to be done to achieve the biblical imperative of unity in Christ. We invite you and your church to join us in this important Gospel imperative. Workshops Facilitators from the Building Beloved Community Commission lead workshops for congregations and other diocesan organizations. Through interactive exercises, videos, and small group discussions, participants explore how institutional and systemic racism impede our ability to create an inclusive community. This workshop helps to raise awareness that dismantling racism is a spiritual discipline grounded in our Baptismal Covenant. For information about offering please visit the Events Page or contact Archdeacon Brenda Gilbert.

Celebrating our Centennial We honor and remember our stories of things done and left undone as we envision and build for our next 100 years through our mission to proclaim the life-giving and liberating love of Jesus and serve all God's people. In 2022 the Diocese of Western North Carolina celebrated 100 years as an established diocese. As part of this celebration, we shared the stories of the diocese and discerned new opportunities to grow as a diocesan community. Centennial Resources and Reflections Scenes from Convention 2022 and Revival View photos and videos from our Centennial Celebration Weekend and Centennial Convention with special guest Presiding Bishop Michael Curry. Introducing our New Diocesan Seal In honor of our Centennial Year, we are updating our Diocesan Seal to better reflect our continued journey towards Becoming Beloved Community and who we are as a diocese. Who We Are, Where We've Been, Where We're Going Watch this short documentary about the past, present, and future of The Episcopal Diocese of Western North Carolina as we celebrate 100 years and anticipate the next 100. Learn more about our Core Values, Identity, and Mission As we celebrate our Centennial, we also reflect on what we hope to achieve moving forward as a diocese. Learn more about our Core Values, Diocesan Identity, and Mission for the Centennial year and beyond. Explore our "Unlearning Library" Find resources intended to help "unlearn" inherent biases. With a focus on voices of color, this library is intended to help us reflect on the ways we can continue to build beloved community as we approach the next 100 years. See Pictures from our Deanery Dinners Members of each deanery were invited to a dinner celebration with Bishop José to discuss the past and future of this diocese and join in community together throughout May and June 2022.

Staying Centered During these uncertain times, we all need to find ways to take a deep breath. We hope the following resources will help you stay centered during challenging times. Listen and Watch Twelve Museums that Offer Virtual Tours Jeanne Robertson - "Don't Send a Man to the Grocery Store!" Empty Pews Podcast The 50 Best Family Movies to Watch Together Take a Deep Breath Virtual Yoga -Yoga Nut is an Asheville-based yogi who facilitates a variety of online classes that you can do at home Calm.com - daily exercises for meditation and relaxation to help ease anxiety

Disaster Relief Disaster Relief Partners The following organizations and agencies are dedicated to assisting persons and groups affected by disaster. National Episcopal Relief and Development FEMA National Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (VOAD) State North Carolina Department of Public Safety – Emergency Management NC VOAD Local Congregations are encouraged to develop and maintain partnerships with their local volunteer agencies such as: Community Emergency Response Teams (CERTs) Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) local American Red Cross chapters Additional Resources Ready to Serve is a volunteer database organized by Episcopal Relief and Development in order to quickly locate ready and willing volunteers in the event of a disaster. Use this checklist to help determine the focus of and preparation necessary for a disaster relief mission trip. Ready , launched by FEMA, is a website designed to help the public "Prepare, plan and stay informed" in the event of a natural disaster.

Clergy and leadership can check this list to see what is needed and happening in the diocese. Weekly Checklist for Church Leadership (Clergy, Wardens, Staff) ASAP Clergy Sign Up for Emergency Texts We are setting up our emergency communications plan and a crucial piece is for all clergy to sign up for emergency text communications. Text Sign Up October 14 - November 6, 2026 Open Enrollment Enrollment Letter & Info October 14, 6:00 p.m. & October 15, 1:00 p.m. Virtual Budget Presentation Oct. 14 Zoom Meeting Oct. 15 Zoom Meeting Passcode: Budget October 19, 2026 Certificates of Election Due Unless a parish’s bylaws state otherwise the delegates for this November’s convention will also be the delegates to the Electing Convention next July. Certificates of Election Form October 20, 2026, 10:00 a.m. | Zoom Clergy Zoom with Standing Committee Zoom Link Zoom ID: 828 754 3712 Passcode: StJames October 28, 2026 New Delegate Orientation New Delegate Registration November 7, 2026 at Lake Logan Annual Diocesan Convention Registration November 18, 2026, 10:00 a.m. | Zoom Clergy Zoom with Standing Committee Zoom Link Zoom ID: 828 754 3712 Passcode: StJames December 15, 2026, 10:00 a.m. | Zoom Clergy Zoom with Standing Committee Zoom Link Zoom ID: 828 754 3712 Passcode: StJames January 13, 2026, 1:00 p.m. - 3 p.m. | Zoom January 14, 2026, 10: a.m. - 3 p.m. | Diocesan Office Clergy Beloved Community Workshop Registration January 20 | 12:00 p.m. - 12:50 p.m. Discernment Conversation - Lay Leadership Registration January 20 | 12:00 p.m. - 12:50 p.m. Discernment Conversation - Holy Orders Registration January 30 | 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Safe Church, Safe Community Registration February 13, 2027 at St. Matthias Absalom Jones with guest preacher The Rev. Dr. Judy Fentress-Williams More Info February 27, 2027 at Trinity, Asheville Vestry Leadership Day Registration