Bishop Search Committee Update May 28, 2026

Dear friends in the Episcopal Diocese of Kansas,

We’re writing to keep you apprised of our progress as the Search Committee for the XI Bishop. 

The period for the receipt of applications closed a few weeks ago, and we have been prayerfully considering each applicant. This phase of discernment includes going over résumes, listening to sermons, and conducting Zoom interviews and background checks. This work will continue throughout most of June, culminating in an in-person discernment retreat June 26-27. After final discernment and consultation, we look to commend a slate to the Standing Committee in early July. Once a slate has been named, we will step out and the Transition Committee will step in. You will hear from them as they prepare us for the election in October and consecration in April of next year.

We’re grateful for the trust extended to us by the Standing Committee, and we’re thankful for the people of this diocese on whose behalf we serve.

Discernment in sacred community takes place over time. We know that God guides this work. Please continue to pray for this effort, and for the Holy Spirit to assist us.

Yours in Christ,

Torey Lightcap and Scott Howard
Co-Chairs, XI Bishop Search Committee

Please join us in prayer for the search process:

Almighty God, giver of every good gift: Look graciously on your church, and so guide the hearts and minds of those who search for a new bishop to lead the Episcopal Diocese of Kansas, that we may receive a faithful pastor, who will care for your people and equip us for our ministries; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.