Joint Board for Bishop Transition Archives

Gifts of Ordination for The Rev. Dr. Philip N. LaBelle, Bishop-Elect

As we in the Diocese of Olympia prepare to welcome The Rev. Dr. Philip N. LaBelle, Bishop-Elect, the Transition Committee invites all from across the diocese to offer gifts in support of his ministry. We are also aware that Bishop-Elect Phil’s ministry has touched many over the years and some have expressed interest in making a gift in relation to his upcoming ordination and consecration as the ninth Bishop of the Diocese of Olympia. It is the Episcopal Church’s tradition

The Diocese of Olympia Elects The Rev. Philip N. LaBelle as Its Ninth Bishop

SEATTLE, WA (May 18, 2024): The Episcopal Diocese of Olympia has elected The Rev. Philip N. LaBelle as its next bishop. Bishop-Elect LaBelle currently serves as rector of St. Mark’s Church in Southborough, Massachusetts. While in the Diocese of Massachusetts, he co-led the Mission Strategy Committee, served on the Executive Committee and Diocesan Council, and directed the Fresh Start program. Bishop-Elect LaBelle will be consecrated and installed as the ninth bishop of Olympia on September 14, succeeding Bishop Greg Rickel,

Thank Bishop Skelton

Thank you, Bishop Melissa, for compassionately and faithfully shepherding our diocese during this time of transition. We are blessed with your inspirational leadership and guidance. You can sign Bishop Melissa’s e-card by clicking the link below. SIGN E-CARD

Live-Streams for Meet & Greet Sessions with Bishop Nominees

The Bishop Transition Committee is pleased to share viewing details for the upcoming Meet & Greet sessions with the nominees for the Ninth Bishop of the Diocese of Olympia. From April 29 through May 3, 2024, the Bishop Transition Committee and hosts from across the Diocese will hold five public live-streamed Meet & Greet sessions for the people of the Diocese to meet our bishop nominees. During each session, every nominee will have approximately 20 minutes to answer questions presented

Electing Convention

The Bishop Transition Committee is pleased to share details about the special Electing Convention for the Ninth Bishop of the Diocese of Olympia. Previously elected delegates will gather at Saint Mark’s Cathedral in Seattle on Saturday, May 18, 2024, to consider a slate of four nominees presented by the Joint Board for Bishop Transition after receiving the recommendations of the Bishop Search Committee. Those not designated as Electors are encouraged to view the proceedings via the Saint Mark’s live-stream (www.saintmarks.org/livestream).

Announcing Members of the Bishop Search Committee

Spanish Language Translation Coming Soon | Traducción al español próximamente To the People of the Diocese of Olympia: On behalf of the Joint Board for Bishop Transition, we are excited to announce the members of the Bishop Search Committee who will soon begin the work of crafting a diocesan profile, interviewing candidates, and ultimately submitting an initial slate of candidates to serve as the next Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Olympia. We are so grateful for the many, many

Updates from the Joint Board for Bishop Transition of the Episcopal Diocese of Olympia

Dear members of the Diocese of Olympia, The Joint Board for Bishop Transition of the Episcopal Diocese of Olympia is very pleased to announce the launch of our official transition website and the opening of applications for our Bishop Search Committee. You can find information and a timeline about the transition process, our Charge to the Bishop Search Committee, and application forms for joining the search committee. The deadline to apply for the search committee is March 31. If you