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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.

Last Updated June 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.

Office of the Bishop (No Openings)


Congregational Openings


 St. John’s, Petaluma

Location: Petaluma, California

Website: www.saintjohnsepiscopalpetaluma.org

Current Status: Seeking Full-Time Rector | Receiving names until August 22, 2025.

St. John’s is a close-knit faith community grounded in Christ and shaped by deep relationships, spiritual exploration, and service to one another and the wider world. Together, they share the sacred rhythms of life, worship, and growth in a community that seeks to love as Christ loves. Join them in their wonderful town of Petaluma (rated by CNN as one of the 10 best small towns in the United States!).

St. John’s is energized and eager to call a Rector who shares their hopefulness; someone who is drawn to who they are now, and inspired by who they are becoming. They are looking for a partner in ministry who will help them grow into the fullness of their calling as disciples of Jesus Christ. When they asked members of their community what qualities they most hope to see in their next Rector, certain words and themes rose again and again: Spiritual. Energetic. Inclusive. Collaborative. Warm. Thoughtful. Musically-oriented. Wise. A galvanizing preacher. A compassionate and connected leader in our local community. They know no one person will embody all these gifts perfectly, but are  seeking someone with whom they can grow in mutual support and trust; a Rector whose gifts will help call forth the best in them, and for whom they can also be a source of joy, growth, and spiritual nourishment.

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, julie@norcalepiscopal.org by August 22, 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.

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 8/1/2025

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, julie@norcalepiscopal.org

by August 1, 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.

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.