Commission on Ministry

The Commission on Ministry assists the Bishop on matters relating to discernment and formation of Candidates for Holy Orders and Lay Ministry. The Commission monitors and oversees the progress of all persons in the process for ordination at any given time, and tracks the requirements of each person in the process to insure the necessary steps are completed for each phase. All persons in the process are assigned a liaison from the Commission on Ministry for continuity, support, and a direct line of communication to the Commission.

Nominees approach the Commission on Ministry following a parish discernment period, with approvals from their rector and parish discernment committee. The Commission interviews the prospective nominee at several points during the process. Following interviews for Postulancy, Candidacy, and Ordination, the Commission on Ministry makes recommendations to the Bishop regarding advancement in the process.

The Commission on Ministry consists of six clergy and six confirmed communicants. Vacancies occurring between Annual Diocesan Conventions are filled by appointment of the Bishop. Each member may serve two consecutive 3-year terms.

Members of the Commission

Rev. Michele Bonner (2026)
Bob Cotton (2027)
Edward Doyle (2027)
Rev. Janet Lombardo (2024)
Rev. Curtis Metzger (2026)
Julia Miller (2026)
Paul Murphy (2025)
Rev. Sue Poulin (2026)
Rev. Stephen Rugg (2026)
Katherine Schexneider (2025)
Ven. Geoffrey Smith, chair (2026)
Karla Tolomeo (2025)

For more information contact staff liaison, the Rev. Canon Kelly Sundberg Seaman.