Open Positions

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 Staff Positions

Open Positions Around the Diocese

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Diversity 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.

How to Apply

Please send resume, cover letter and Office of Transitional Ministry (OTM) profile to The Rev. Cn. Julie Wakelee, Interim Canon to the Ordinary, Diocese of Northern California, julie@norcalepiscopal.org

“All Saints is a loving community that thrives on shared celebrations. Faith and strong leadership are the true cornerstones of our church community. From the founding in 1940 to the present day, All Saints has shown an ability to adjust to the times.”

Click here to view the full-time job description

Diversity 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.

How to Apply

If interested in the position, please e-mail Rev. Canon Julie Wakelee at julie@norcalepiscopal.org

Click here to view the job description.

Diversity 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.

How to Apply

Please send resume, cover letter and Office of Transitional Ministry (OTM) profile to The Rev. Cn. Julie Wakelee, Interim Canon to the Ordinary, Diocese of Northern California, julie@norcalepiscopal.org

Congregational Openings


Last Updated July 2023 

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.

Actively Taking Names


Shepherd by the Sea, Gualala

Location: Gualala, CA

Position: Advisory Priest (very part-time)

Website: www.shepherdbythesea.org

Current Status: Lay-led, Clergy Supported

We are a lay-led, clergy supported congregation. Though under the official umbrella of The Episcopal Church, we are a joint Lutheran-Episcopal ministry. We seek an Advisory Priest to be present (usually via Zoom) at key meetings, to visit us on Sunday once every 4-6 weeks, and to be someone we can turn to when we have churchy-kinds of questions.

All Saints’, Sacramento 

Location: Sacramento, California

Website: www.allsaintssacramento.org

Position: Rector

Current Status: View the current full-time job description here.

We hold two services on Sunday including an 8:00 AM service and a 10:00 AM service. Education in the Gospel and spiritual growth; deepening our roots in the Episcopal tradition and sharing them with the world; caring for one another and welcoming those outside our walls. Since 1940, we have wholeheartedly welcomed members of the greater Sacramento community to join us in song, service, worship and prayer. Come and be a part of this thriving and hope-filled congregation.

St. Clement’s, Rancho Cordova

Location: Rancho Cordova, California

Position: Full-time Rector

Parish Profile: St. Clement’s Parish Profile

Website: saint-clements.com

St. Clement’s has one Sunday morning service at 10:00 am, in person and online.”Knowing God, Loving God, and making God Known.” When you visit our church, you will find: A caring congregation that will gladly welcome you, Passionately delivered sermons centered on the Word of God, and Ministries to meet the spiritual needs of every age.

Taking Names Soon


Taking names later this year


Not Currently Taking Names


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. Patrick’s, Kenwood

Location: Kenwood, California

Website: stpatrickskenwood.org

Current Status: Priest-in-charge team in Place

Welcome to St Patrick’s Episcopal Church nestled among the vineyards in Kenwood, California.

Our regular Sunday celebration of Holy Communion is at 10AM followed by Coffee Hour which sometimes include presentations by our Education and Outreach Committees. We are members of the Episcopal Diocese of Northern California and the Russian River Deanery. We are totally inclusive parish dedicated to helping people to know Christ and to translate that closeness to God into active ministries for our parish, the community and the world.

St. John’s the Evangelist, Chico

Location: Chico, California

Website: www.stjohnschico.org

Current Status: Interim in Place

We hold two services on Sunday including an 8:00 AM service in person and a 10:00 AM service in person and online.

We are a diverse and inclusive community representing all walks of life. We offer a traditional worship Service of Word and Sacrament (preaching based on the three-year Lectionary cycle and weekly Holy Communion) with many of the worship ministries led by lay members. Holy Communion is the Lord’s Table where all are welcome no matter where you are on your spiritual journey.

Seeking Regular Supply


Holy Trinity, Willows

Location: Willows, CA

Position: Sunday Supply

Website: holytrinitywillows.com

We hope you find your time spent here a blessing. Our church is a warm and loving church, and we want you to feel comfortable and at liberty to call on us for anything you need.

St. Andrew’s, Corning

Location: Corning, CA

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.

St. John’s, Lakeport

Location: Lakeport, CA

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.

Discerning Next Steps


St. Barnabas, Mt. Shasta

Location: Mt. Shasta, CA

Website: sbecms.org

Current Status: Discerning Next Steps

St. Barnabas gathers every Sunday morning at 10 am for mass. St. Barnabas Episcopal Church shares the love of God in an open, caring, accepting, and welcoming community; exploring and strengthening our faith while serving others in Christ’s Name.

St. James, Lincoln

Location: Lincoln, CA

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. Mary’s the Virgin, Elk Grove

Location: Elk Grove, California

Website: www.stmaryselkgrove.org

Current Status: Long term supply in place

St. Mary’s has one Sunday morning service at 10:00 am, in person and Facebook live. At St. Mary’s, we are grateful to be an inclusive, loving community. We stand in awe of the mystery and love of God, and we seek to know and serve God by following the teachings and example of Jesus Christ. We believe God’s Spirit is actively at work to heal and transform us and our world.

St. John’s, Marysville

Location: Marysville, CA

Positition:

Parish Profile:

Website: N/A

Current Status: Discerning Next Steps

St. Andrew’s, Antelope

Location: Antelope, CA

Website: standrewsantelopeca.wordpress.com

Current Status: Priest Retiring in July

St. Andrew’s gathers every Sunday morning for service at Bethel Lutheran, Sacramento. 1200 Alamos Ave, Sacramento, CA 95815

Trinity, Sutter Creek

Location: Sutter Creek, CA

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. Timothy’s, Gridley

Location: Gridley, CA

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.

St. Nicholas, Paradise

Location: Paradise, CA

Website: N/A

Current Status: Interim in Place

St. Nicholas’ Episcopal Church is a Great place for worship and fellowship on Sundays at 10:30am.