Timeline

November 2007 - Bishop Walker issues a call for a Bishop Coadjutor. Joint Oversight Committee (JOC) is established to oversee the process.

November 2007 - January 2008 - Archdeaconry representatives elected and at-large members appointed by JOC. Search/Nominating Committee and Transition Committee formed.

March - May 2008 – The Search/Nominating Committee launches a program to inform the diocese about the process, to get the views of clergy and communicants, and to gather information for a Profile of the Diocese.

June – July 2008 – The Profile of the Diocese is published, detailing our history, demographics, congregational make-up, mission, resources, challenges, and vision. It will also outline some of the skills, temperament, vision, and spirituality we are seeking in our new bishop.

July – September 2008 – Suitable candidates are identified, nominated and screened.

October – December 2008 – Screening, background checks, and canonical examinations are conducted.

December 2008 – Names of 4-6 nominees are announced. Petition process begins.

January 2009 – The petition process for candidates not nominated by the Committee is closed.

February 2009 – “Walk-abouts” are conducted, in which nominees tour the diocese to meet with congregations, share their visions, and respond to questions.

February - March 2009 – Special Convention called by Bishop Walker for the purpose of electing a Bishop Coadjutor.

Late Spring 2009 – Fall 2009 - Consents of the election are gathered and the new Bishop Coadjutor is consecrated.
 

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