Our Bishop is the outward and visible sign of our Church family. He connects us to the greater local and international community. He encounters many situations where emergency assistance of a financial nature may be needed. Sometimes young people need help, encouragement and direction. Sometimes parishes, postulants and clergy might use help in taking advantage of unique opportunities that become available and are not within the normal budget of the Diocese or continuing education programs.

For that reason, the Diocese has launched the Friends of the Bishop Appeal. This is an annual appeal which is open all year long.

The funds raised here are to support the Bishop’s ministry of responding quickly and compassionately to unexpected and often serious situations which arise in the life of our Diocese and beyond.  The Friends of the Bishop appeal is also a perfect way for secular persons and businesses to partner with someone they trust to make a difference in the well-being and development of others. For that reason, we welcome corporate sponsors and individuals in addition to our parishes, clergy and diocesan groups to support Friends of the Bishop.