Diversity & Inclusion Statement
We are a community rooted in the promises made at baptism to “seek and serve Christ in all persons, honoring our neighbor as ourselves,” and to “strive for justice and peace among all people, and respect the dignity of every human being.” As such, diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values of the Episcopal Diocese of Northern California and are embraced as key practices to thriving and faithful life as the Church.
Last Updated June 2026
We welcome your interest and inquiries about openings in our Diocese.
Please contact our Transition Officer, the Rev. Canon Julie Wakelee, with any questions or to apply for open positions.
She may be reached at transitions@norcalepiscopal.org. For clergy positions, a cover letter, resume, and Vocations Hub profile is expected.
EDNC Curacy/Assistant Pilot Program
**Application deadline extended to July 15, 2026**
The Episcopal Diocese of Northern California is pleased to announce the launch of a three-year curacy program for newly ordained (in the last 5 years) clergy to serve a pair of churches: St. John’s, Roseville and St. Matthew’s, Sacramento.
Successful candidates will serve in two contexts: with a mentor rector at a large, suburban congregation, and as priest-in-charge at a smaller congregation in a port-of-entry neighborhood.
For more information about the remaining available placement, please see the job description in the drop-down menu below.
The program will be resource-rich with supporting education and presents a unique opportunity to practice ministry in two churches with very different charisms.
A full three-year commitment is required.
Starting salary is $80,000, plus full benefits (medical, dental, pension, vacation, continuing education), with annual cost of living increases.
Questions? Please contact the Rev. Cn. Julie Wakelee (transitions@norcalepiscopal.org)
Please DO NOT contact the churches directly.
To apply, please fill out the application form:
EDNC Curacy Program Application Form
Curate/Assistant for St. John‘s, Roseville and St. Matthew’s, Sacramento
View St. John’s + St. Matthew’s Job Description Here
Job Summary: The Curate/Assistant will serve a large suburban church (3/4 time) and a small
mission with a lively outreach in a port-of-entry neighborhood in Sacramento (1/4 time)
Job Type: Full time, 40 hours per week; three-year term
Salary: $80,000 plus full benefits
(medical, dental, pension, 4 weeks vacation, 2 weeks continuing education, paid holidays)
Typical Essential Duties:
- Development of formation programs for all ages
- Preaching and presiding at liturgical services
- Providing pastoral care
- Attend vestry and mission committee meetings
- Assist with general administrative duties
- Perform at least one funeral and wedding per year (if warranted)
- Other duties as assigned
To apply: Please apply to the curacy program generally by filling out the application: EDNC Curacy Program Application
Diversity & Inclusion Statement
We are a community rooted in the promises made at baptism to “seek and serve Christ in all persons, honoring our neighbor as ourselves,” and to “strive for justice and peace among all people, and respect the dignity of every human being.” As such, diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values of the Episcopal Diocese of Northern California and are embraced as key practices to thriving and faithful life as the Church.
Open Positions
Church Planter | Paradise, CA
Church Planter (Paradise Re-Plant 2026)
Full-time, exempt
Accepting applications until: August 15, 2026
View Full Job Description Here
Summary:
The Church Planter will serve as the spiritual leader for the communities of
Paradise and Magalia, guiding the redevelopment of a Christian worshiping
community in the Episcopal tradition at St. Nicholas, Paradise. This position
provides a bridge between the local context and the wider Church through
evangelism, a ministry of presence, collaboration with community leaders, and
active participation in civic life.
Reporting:
The Church Planter reports to the Canon to the Ordinary, who serves on behalf
of the Bishop and works closely with the Rector of St. John’s, Chico where the
position will initially be embedded.
Compensation:
Salary: $80,000-$87,000 (commensurate with experience), plus benefits
Diversity & Inclusion Statement
We are a community rooted in the promises made at baptism to “seek and serve Christ in all persons, honoring our neighbor as ourselves,” and to “strive for justice and peace among all people, and respect the dignity of every human being.” As such, diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values of the Episcopal Diocese of Northern California and are embraced as key practices to thriving and faithful life as the Church.
