Deadline for New Bishop Application Approaches

An Update from the Bishop Search Committee

This Friday, Feb. 17, is the deadline for applications to become the next bishop of Arkansas. Application instructions may be found at the end of the Diocesan Profile, which describes our history, finances, challenges, opportunities, as well as hopes for our next bishop. Please share this link with potential candidates.

As the Bishop Search Committee enters a time of evaluation and discernment, we ask you to continue to keep all those involved in the bishop search process in your prayers:

Gracious God, We give thanks for your servant, Bishop Larry Benfield, and his ministry among us. Bless him richly in this period of transition while he prepares to enter a new chapter of life. As we seek a well-rounded slate of candidates, send your Spirit to guide and infuse our common endeavor. Bless all who seek to discern your will and answer your call. Give us each courage and grace to follow the promptings of the Holy Spirit. We ask this in your name, Amen.