Application Process

Steps to Follow for Applicants for the 15th Diocesan Bishop of Connecticut

Step 1

A. Read the Diocese of Connecticut Profile pages

B. Review the Compensation information

C. Review and learn about our Standing Committee's Charge to us concerning the nomination process

Step 2

A. Submit your Application Form with curriculum vitae or resume and one page each, double-spaced Arial 12 point font answers to six (6) essay questions by email to: applyctbishopsearch@gmail.com between April 7 and May 1, 2009 at 5pm EDT.

B. A signed application form with attached CV or resume should be postmarked by May 1, 2009 and sent to:

Sylvia Ho, Chair
Diocese of Connecticut
Search/Nominating Committee
P. O. Box 608, West Simsbury, CT  06092

C. Your three references: a bishop, a presbyter, and a layperson should submit their answers to questions posed on the Recommendation Form in 12 Arial point font, single spaced with "Recommendation of (your name)" by email to applyctbishopsearch@gmail.com between April 7 and May 1 at 5pm EDT.

Step 3

During the week of May 11, 2009, applicants will be notified of next steps.

Step 4

Video conference/telephone interviews with the Search/Nominating Committee members will occur between May 11 and May 22, 2009.

Step 5

Members of the Search/Nominating Committee will visit applicants from May 24 - June 8, 2009.

Step 6

Applicants will visit the Diocese of Connecticut from June 8 to June 26 for face-to-face interviews.

Step 7

Nominees by the Search/Nomination Committee for 15th Diocesan Bishop will be announced July 1, 2009.

Thank you for being part of this period of mutual discernment. Please pray for us as we will pray for you.

 

Diocesan Budget

Download the complete 2009 Budget (PDF)
Download Budget narrative (PDF)

From the Standing Committee

Charge to the Search/Nominating Committee (PDF)
Compensation Package for our next Bishop (PDF)

Application Materials

Application Form (DOC)
Recommendation Form (DOC)


"What if I am not sure I am called to be a bishop, but think my skills might be a good fit for the Diocese of Connecticut?"


We believe this is a process of mutual discernment and encourage you to submit an application. We invite you to be open to a journey together as we explore the possibility that this interest might be provoked by the Holy Spirit.