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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.

Congregational Openings


Last Updated February 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.

St. Michael’s, Carmichael

Location: Carmichael, California

Website: https://stmichaelscarmichael.org

Current Status: Seeking Full-Time Rector | Receiving names until 04/03/2025

St. Michael’s Episcopal Church in Carmichael, California, is a vibrant congregation committed to being a meaningful presence in the lives of its members, the local community, and the wider metropolitan area. We pride ourselves on our generosity with time and treasure, our dedication to outreach, and our focus on spiritual growth and well-being. With a strong sense of community, we strive to make a lasting impact through love, grace, peace, and the Holy Spirit.

We are currently seeking our next full-time Rector to join us as we move forward in fulfilling our mission and vision. Our previous Rector of 11 years has retired, and we are now being served by a full-time interim leader. We are excited for the future and the opportunity to welcome a new spiritual leader.

To apply, please send resume, cover letter and Office of Transition Ministry (OTM) profile to the Transitions department of Diocese of Northern California, transitions@norcalepiscopal.org

by April 3, 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.

Other Openings


Camp Living Waters, St. Alban’s

Location: Albany, California

Website: https://stalbansalbany.org

Current Status: Seeking Full-Time Kitchen Director

Camp Living Waters is a remote children’s camp nestled deep in the Redwood Valley, east of Arcata, California. Situated in a peaceful, natural setting surrounded by towering trees and abundant wildlife, our camp offers a serene environment for reflection, recreation, and community. With easy access to Redwood Creek’s swimming holes and breathtaking starry skies, it’s a place where nature and fellowship come together.

Our mission at St. Alban’s Episcopal Church is to provide a welcoming and strengthening space for Christian worship and community. We are dedicated to caring for one another and reaching out to those in need. We strive to know God in Christ Jesus and to live out the Gospel in our shared lives. We are a diverse and open-minded group of Christians, committed to worship, friendship, support, and service to others. We welcome all, and we believe in sharing our resources to serve others.

At Camp Living Waters, you will experience an intentional, alcohol- and drug-free environment. You’ll work alongside a supportive and dedicated team, where the focus is on creating a positive, nurturing space for children, families, and volunteers. We are seeking a candidate committed to a long-term role with us. During the first year, you will receive guidance from an experienced Kitchen Director in areas such as menu planning, purchasing, and logistics.

To apply, please send your resume to CLWHumboldt@gmail.com.

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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.

Our statement of LGBTQ+ Inclusion

St. Alban’s Episcopal Church in Albany, CA affirms the dignity of all LGBTQ+ people. We welcome LGBTQ+ people into our congregation and celebrate the contributions they make to our communal life. We actively strive for equality for LGBTQ+ people, together with other faith and civic organizations. We enthusiastically encourage LGBTQ+ people to join us for worship on Sunday and at all of our activities.

Seeking Full Time Bilingual Clergy Later in 2024


St. Peter’s, Red Bluff

Location: Red Bluff, California

Website: www.saintpetersredbluff.org

Current Status: Interim in place

St. Peter’s has one Sunday morning service at 9:30 am, in person and online. Whether you are a one-time visitor or are seeking a permanent church home, we are so glad you stopped by, and wish you all blessings on your spiritual journey. Our Mission ~ We gather as a parish family to: Love and serve God; Nurture one another in Christian love; Worship, work, learn, and pray together; and Minister the Lord’s love to all people.

St. Timothy’s, Gridley

Location: Gridley, California

Parish Profile:

Website: gridley-episcopal.net

Current Status: Interim in place

We center our worship around the Eucharist — sometimes called the Holy Communion, the Lord’s Supper, or the Mass. It is worship instituted by Jesus Christ and continued in an unbroken tradition of 2000 years. We believe that our Christian life together is supposed to be a joyful life together. We enjoy fellowship with one another, and we welcome visitors into our midst with even more joy. Our special love is children. They are the future of each family, the future of our world, and the future of our church. They are always welcome.

Seeking Regular Supply


St. Andrew’s, Corning

Location: Corning, California

Website: St.Andrewscorning

Position: Sunday Supply

St. Andrews’ has one Sunday morning service at 10:00 am. St. Andrew’s is proud to host the 12 step groups in English and Spanish.

Holy Trinity, Ukiah

Location: Ukiah, California

Website: www.holytrinityukiah.net

Position: Sunday Supply

1st and 3rd Sundays Holy Eucharist at 10:00 am in the Church and streamed to Facebook. All other Sundays Morning Prayer Rite II. Tuesdays at 10am in the Church Morning Prayer Rite II

St. John’s, Lakeport

Location: Lakeport, California

Website: www.saintjohnslakeport.org

Position: Sunday Supply

St. John’s has one Sunday morning service at 10:00 am.

St. John’s is a visible, welcoming family of Christ, resolved to deepen our relationship with God. Our mission: To proclaim the Good News of the Kingdom, To teach, baptize and nurture new believers, To respond to human need by loving service, To seek to transform unjust structures of society, to challenge violence of every kind and to pursue peace and reconciliation, and To strive to safeguard the integrity of creation and sustain and renew life on earth.

Christ the King, Quincy

Location: Quincy, California

Website: www.christthekingquincy.org

Position: Sunday Supply

Discerning Next Steps


Trinity, Sutter Creek

Location: Sutter Creek, California

Website: trinitysuttercreek.org

Current Status: Sunday Supply

Trinity has one Sunday morning service at 10:00 am in person and online.
We provide a welcoming environment to explore our faith and serve others. As a beacon of inclusivity, we seek to transform our community.

St. James, Lincoln

Location: Lincoln, California

Website: www.stjameslincoln.org

Current Status: Long-term supply in place

St. John’s has one Sunday morning service at 10:00 am.

All are welcome at St. James! It is our prayer that you will be touched by the love of Christ through our community and that you will experience God’s peace and the fellowship of believers gathered by the Spirit and sent to bring God’s Love into the world.

St. John’s, Marysville

Location: Marysville, California

Positition:

Parish Profile:

Website: N/A

Current Status: Discerning Next Steps

Holy Trinity, Willows

Location: Willows, California

Position:

Website: holytrinitywillows.com

Current Status: Discerning Next Steps

Our mission is to worship God, to proclaim the gospel, and to provide fellowship our mission is to worship by living out our baptismal covenant and bearing witness to Jesus Christ in the world.