Bishop Search Update

The Standing Committee has selected and begun working with a consultant to shape the next several steps of the search, including a timeline and budget for our work. Another next step is to develop the parameters and the necessary skills for the Search Nomination Committee and the Transition Committee. We plan to accept recommendations and nominations for individuals to serve on these committees. We will share more information about that process when we have it.

Any of us are happy to receive your questions or feedback at any time. Please continue to pray for Bishop Benfield, the diocesan staff, and the diocese as a whole during this period of transition. Please also pray for God to guide this next phase of our work.

Standing Committee:
The Rev. Kate Alexander (Christ Church, Little Rock)
Ms. Beth Matthews (Trinity, Little Rock)
Mr. Robert Newell (St. Paul's, Newport)
The Rev. Stan McKinnon (Grace, Siloam Springs)
Ms. Bay Greenhill (Grace, Siloam Springs)
The Rev. Elizabeth Henry-McKeever (St. Michael's, Little Rock)