office of Formation and Transition Ministry
Clergy in the Episcopal Church are called to ordination by God, and the call is confirmed by the church in a discernment process with the prospective candidate for ordination. If you believe you may be called to the priesthood, or if people have suggested that you consider ordination, the Episcopal Church offers a process to help you to explore that call. The entire process of prayer, education and consultation will take several years.
Sacred Leadership
Clergy Conference 2024
Liderazgo Sagrado
2024 Conferencia del Clero
Sacred Leadership
Leadership is a sacred responsibility requiring intentional education, skill development, and a network of support. Faith leaders have an extraordinary leadership role, serving from a place of spiritual guidance and support and organizational management. Our time together will focus on foundational leadership tools tailored to the unique challenges and opportunities of being a faith leader. We will play, reflect, discuss, discern and learn, all while expanding our support to one another.
Liderazgo Sagrado
El liderazgo es una responsabilidad sagrada que requiere de educación deliberada, del desarrollo de habilidades, y de una red de apoyo. Los líderes religiosos tienen un papel extraordinario de liderazgo, sirviendo desde un lugar de guía espiritual y apoyo hasta administración organizacional. Enfocaremos nuestro tiempo juntos en herramientas de liderazgo fundamental hechas para enfrentar los desafíos y oportunidades únicas de ser un líder de fe. Tendremos tiempo de juego, reflexión, discusión, discernimiento y aprendizaje y al mismo tiempo expandiendo nuestro apoyo entre nosotros.
presenter: kathy wilder
Kathy Wilder is the executive director of Camp Stevens, your Episcopal camp and retreat center in Julian, California. She has been a leader in youth and family non-profit work for over 25 years. The Camp Stevens mission is to inspire, challenge, and empower personal, social, and environmental transformation. Camp Stevens provides a year-round program for adults and kids based on the core values of connection, wonder, openness, and gratitude. Kathy recently completed her doctoral degree in organizational leadership and organizational development. She believes leadership is a sacred practice that can change the course of humanity.
Presentadora: Kathy Wilder
Kathy Wilder es la directora ejecutiva del Campamento Stevens, su centro de campamento y retiro Episcopal ubicado en Julian, California. Ha sido una líder en el trabajo sin fin de lucro con jóvenes y familias por más de 25 años. La misión del Campamento Stevens es inspirar, desafiar y empoderar transformación personal, social y del medio ambiente. El Campamento Stevens proporciona un programa a lo largo del año para adultos y niños basado en un núcleo de valores de conexión, curiosidad, apertura y gratitud. Kathy recientemente terminó su grado de doctorado en liderazgo y desarrollo organizacional. Ella cree que el liderazgo es una práctica sagrada que puede cambiar el curso de la humanidad.
Formation Ministry
Helping people realize their spiritual path. What does it mean to be formed in God? Formation is a lifelong process growing in our relationship with God, ourselves, others and all creation. Our experienced staff can help you solidify the sometimes turbulent waters of spiritual growth.
Transition Ministry
Providing guidance in times of transition is vital to the health and success of every community. We give insight and support to all who find themselves in transition; including individuals, churches and institutions.
Fresh Start
Equipping clergy and lay leadership for critical periods in church life. Based on three principles: the theory of transition: the importance of relationship building; and the need for self-care.
Clergy Conference
The annual conference for the clergy of the diocese, Clergy Conference features world class speakers, engaging and timely topics and a community of peers. Clergy Conference is held in the spring of each year.
Clergy Spouses
Recognizing that husbands and wives of clergy hold a special role in our church, the Clergy Spouses group provides a loving network of community and support for those closest to our clergy.
The Monastic
Thinking of becoming a Nun or a Monk? Engage the monastic in the Diocese of Los Angeles. With multiple monastic communities resident in the diocese, we are happy to help connect you.
Vocational Discernment
Our jobs are important to us. God is important to us. How do they interact? We are happy to help you discover your vocational alignment with the divine.
The Angelus
The Angelus is a monthly newsletter about us—the Episcopal Diocese of Los Angeles-- featuring a message from the Bishop’s Office, new clergy connections, events, resources and job opportunities.
