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 December 2025
We welcome your interest and inquiries about openings in our Diocese.
All transition work in the diocese of Northern California goes to the transitions officer, Canon Julie Wakelee.
Interested applicants will send their personal OTM and resume to transitions@norcalepiscopal.org. The Office of the Bishop will review applications and proceed with the appropriate communications.
EDNC Curacy/Assistant Pilot Program
The Episcopal Diocese of Northern California is pleased to announce the launch of a three-year curacy program, starting in 2026.
Successful candidates will serve in two contexts: with a mentor rector at a thriving congregation, and as priest-in-charge at a small congregation.
Each of the three positions listed in the drop-down below is slightly different. Please read each one carefully to see which seems the best fit for you. (You may apply to more than one.)
The program will be resource-rich with supporting education and presents a unique opportunity to practice ministry in nearby 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, send resume and a cover letter specific to the position to transitions@norcalepiscopal.org. If applying for more than one position, please send separate cover letters.
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 send resume and cover letter addressed to the two churches to The Rev. Cn.
Julie Wakelee, Canon to the Ordinary at transitions@norcalepiscopal.org
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.
Curate/Assistant for St. Martin‘s, Davis and St. Luke’s, Galt
View St. Martin’s/St. Luke’s Job Description Here
Job Summary: The Curate/Assistant will serve a thriving church in a university community (3/4 time) and a small, historic church in a town about 40 miles away (1/4 time).
Job Type: Full time, 40 hours per week; three-year term
Salary: $80,000 plus full benefits
Typical Essential Duties:
- Preach and preside at Sunday worship
- Attend staff meetings at Davis
- Attend/lead vestry/mission committee meetings
- Plan and lead Christian Formation
- Plan and lead one wedding and funeral per year (as warranted)
- Provide pastoral care
- Other duties as assigned
To apply: Please send resume and cover letter addressed to the two churches to The Rev. Cn.
Julie Wakelee, Canon to the Ordinary at transitions@norcalepiscopal.org
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.
Curate/Assistant for Trinity Cathedral and St. Paul’s, Sacramento
View Trinity/St. Paul’s Job Description Here
Job Summary: The Curate/Assistant will serve at the diocesan cathedral (1/2 time) and at an
historic downtown church with a large social outreach program (1/2 time).
Job Type: Full time, 40 hours per week; three-year term
Salary: $80,000 plus full benefits
Typical Essential Duties:
- Preach and preside at Sunday services
- Provide pastoral care
- Lead Christian Formation for all ages
- Collaborate with Cathedral leadership and attend staff meetings
- Attend/lead vestry meetings
- Other duties as assigned
To apply: Please send resume and cover letter addressed to the two churches to The Rev. Cn.
Julie Wakelee, Canon to the Ordinary at transitions@norcalepiscopal.org
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.
Office of the Bishop
Director of Formation for All Ages
Director of Formation for All Ages
Job Type: Part-time, 20 hours per week
Salary: $45,000 plus benefits
Location: Sacramento, CA (some travel required)
To Apply: Send resume and cover letter to transitions@norcalepiscopal.org
Position Summary
The Director of Formation will develop networks across the diocese to serve various constituencies: adults of all ages, families, children, and youth. Responsibilities will include:
- Plan and coordinate online and in-person Christian Education events
- Form and support a diocesan stewardship team
- Coordinate summer youth projects
- Attend all or part of Camp Living Waters (our diocesan summer camp)
- Develop and promote Christian Formation resources
- Attend the annual Forma Conference (January 26 – 29, 2026) in Denver, CO
- Work as a team-member and collaborator on the Office of the Bishop Staff
Expected Skills:
- Solid theological background
- Experience with and passion for Christian Formation across generations
- A healthy sense of humor!
- Desire for continual growth and learning
- Ability to work on a team, self-start, and self regulate
- Bonus: Bilingual in Spanish and English
Job Requirements:
- Able to schedule, host and manage Zoom meetings
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite
- Able and willing to learn new software programs (esp. JotForm)
- Familiar and comfortable with social media
- Valid California Driver’s License
- Current California auto insurance
- B.A. Degree (or equivalent)
- M.Div. or other graduate Theological degree strongly preferred
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.
Church Planter (Paradise Re-Plant 2025)
Church Planter
Location: Paradise, CA
Current Status: Seeking Church Planter | Position Open
To Apply: Please send resume, cover letter, and OTM profile to the Rev. Julie Wakelee, Canon to the Ordinary, Diocese of Northern California, at transitions@norcalepiscopal.org
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.
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.
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.
Congregational Openings
Full-Time Priest-in-Charge (Bilingual/Bicultural English/Spanish) | St. Timothy’s, Gridley
St. Timothy’s, Gridley
Location: Gridley, California
Website: https://gridley-episcopal.net
Current Status: Seeking Full-Time Priest-in-Charge (Bilingual/Bicultural English/Spanish) | Receiving names until 09/02/2025
Located in California’s Sacramento Valley and rooted in shared ministry and a deep sense of community, Gridley is a friendly rural town (pop. 7,269) surrounded by orchards and farmland, just an hour north of Sacramento. With a population that is approximately 55% White and 40% Latino, and with St. Timothy’s situated directly across from an elementary school, this is a prime setting for community outreach and connection.
St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church is seeking a compassionate, bilingual (Spanish/English), and culturally competent Priest-in-Charge to serve as our full-time spiritual leader. We are a small but vibrant and welcoming congregation with a bold dream: to become a truly bilingual and bicultural church that reflects the diversity of our community.
To apply, please send resume, cover letter and Office of Transition Ministry (OTM) profile to the Rev. Julie Wakelee, Canon to the Ordinary, Diocese of Northern California, at transitions@norcalepiscopal.org
by September 2, 2025.
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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.
