A Prayer for our Bishop Search
from the Joint Oversight Committee
Almighty God, giver of every good gift and source of all wisdom and understanding, look graciously upon your church and so guide the minds and hearts of those who will choose our next bishop. We pray that those who offer themselves as candidates in this process, you will grant them wisdom and discernment, a spirit of revelation and knowledge of your will, that they will care for all your people and equip us for our ministries through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
Meet & Greet Sessions
The Transition Committee was delighted to host a series of Meet & Greet Sessions with the nominees for the Ninth Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Long Island. Held in each of the counties of the diocese from March 9–14, these gatherings were holy conversations where clergy and laity, long-time Episcopalians and those newly joined to our communities, came together to hear, reflect, participate, and pray.
If you were unable to attend in person—or would like to revisit the conversations—you may watch the recordings below.
Timeline
Click on each date below to view descriptions of the key events in the search for the Ninth Bishop of Long Island.
Joint Oversight Committee
The committee comprises eight members—four elected from the Standing Committee and four elected from the Diocesan Council. The new committee members were elected by the membership of their respective bodies.
From the Standing Committee
From the Diocesan Council
Diocese of Long Island Bishop Search Profile
About the Search for the Ninth Bishop of Long Island
On December 10, 2024, Bishop Provenzano,announced that he had informed Presiding Bishop Sean Rowe of his intention to resign as Bishop Diocesan of Long Island in September of 2026, calling for the discernment process for ninth bishop to begin in early 2025. The Joint Oversight Committee will oversee the election process and facilitate the formation of a Search Committee and Transition Committee with guidance from consultants at the Presiding Bishop’s Office. The Search Committee will be responsible for creating and presenting a slate of candidates, while the Transition Committee will manage key aspects of the transition, including candidate visits, community discernment, and ordination-related events.
This special section of the diocesan website has been created to inform members of the elements of that process, and keep the church informed of progress. New sections will be added as the transition progresses.
