Racial Healing and Reconciliation Training
Commission for Intercultural Ministries
General Information
This training is a requirement for leadership positions in The Episcopal Church and furthers the goal of Becoming Beloved Community.
One Day Workshop
“Seek and serve Christ in all persons, loving your neighbor as yourself… strive for justice and peace among all people, and respect the dignity of every human being.”
These powerful promises from our Baptismal Covenant are at the heart of our faith, yet living them out in a complex world is a daily challenge—especially across the lines that divide us.
In the Diocese of Northern California, we believe that reconciliation is not just a requirement for lay leaders—it is a sacred opportunity to grow. Our upcoming one-day workshops are designed to help you deepen your understanding of racism’s impact and, more importantly, empower you to share God’s healing love within your own community.
Whether you are a new Vestry member fulfilling a diocesan requirement or a longtime leader seeking personal growth, these workshops offer a supportive space for reflection and action.
The Diocesan policy letter for racial reconciliation training can be found here.
Unsure if this is right for your role as a lay leader? We’d love to chat. Reach out to Miriam Casey or Jo Ann Williams at norcalcim@gmail.com.
2026 Workshop Schedule
Saturday, May 9 | St. Martin’s, Davis | Register here
Hybrid workshop (in person and virtual)
Registration deadline: May 2, 2026
Saturday, June 27 | Virtual only | Register here
Registration deadline: June 20, 2026
Saturday, July 25 | St. Patrick’s, Kenwood | Register here
Hybrid workshop (in person and virtual)
Registration deadline: July 18, 2026
Saturday, September 5 | Virtual only | Register here
Registration deadline: August 29, 2026
Saturday, October 10 | Virtual only | Register here
Registration deadline: October 3, 2026
Hybrid Workshop Training at Grace Episcopal Church, Fairfield
More Information
This is a brief overview of the Sacred Ground program and the one-day racial reconciliation training workshop which fulfill diocesan training requirements for lay leaders and others, depending on their ministries in the diocese. Clergy should speak to the Bishop about clergy training requirements.
Workshop Facilitator Team Members
Miriam Casey and Jo Ann Williams, Commission for Intercultural Ministries Co-Chairs, coordinate and support the one-day “I Will, With God’s Help: Journey Toward Racial Healing and Justice” workshops. Workshop presenters include:
- The Rev. Canon Tina Campbell: Indigenous Missioner for the Diocese
- Michael Adams: St. John’s, Roseville
- Sharon Gulliford: St. Michael’s, Carmichael
- Kimo Kimokeo: St. Martin’s, Davis
- Vivian Varela: Holy Trinity, Ukiah
- Diane Williamson: St. John’s, Roseville
- Jo Ann Williams: St. John’s, Roseville
- Miriam Casey: Incarnation, Santa Rosa
- Bob Wohlsen: Incarnation, Santa Rosa
Karen Nolan, Epiphany Episcopal Church, Vacaville, coordinates and supports Sacred Ground Circles in the Diocese.
If you are interested in hosting or attending a workshop, contact Miriam Casey at edncbbc@gmail.com or Jo Ann Williams at bjwilli@surewest.net.
