There was great joy and excitement on Saturday, November 15, 2025, at the Maxwell Convention Center in Goldsboro, NC, during the 142 Annual Convention of the Diocese of East Carolina. The Rev. Sarah Fisher, Rector of St. Catherine’s Episcopal Church, Marietta, GA, was elected as Bishop-Elect in the Diocese of East Carolina. Sarah will serve as the IX Bishop of East Carolina.
In the days and weeks to come, Sarah will be forced to make many decisions regarding her transition from a parish priest in the Diocese of Atlanta to her new role as Bishop-Elect and move to East Carolina. She must say goodbye to her members of her parish, friends and colleagues in Atlanta and decide where she and her wife, Mandy will make their new home amongst us.
Diocesan House is overjoyed to share that April Caballero has joined our staff as the Executive Assistant to the Bishop. April has spent more than 20 years providing administrative and billing support across legal and financial fields, developing a strong foundation in organization, communication and service. She is dedicated to creating peace, trust and clarity for those she supports. “I am thankful”. April said, “for the opportunity to join the Episcopal Dioceses of East Carolina and am excited to serve its mission with a spirit of faith, humility, and purpose.”
To inquire about contacting Bishop Skirving or Bishop-Elect Fisher, or to welcome her to the diocese, you can contact April at aprilrc@diocese-eastcarolina.org,
Suggested Training and Courses from the Racial Healing Commission
The East Carolina Racial Healing Commission has created a list of suggested trainings courses regarding racial healing and education. Click here to download the list!
From the Episcopal Farmworker Ministry of La Sagrada Familia
In this time of uncertainty for many of our citizens in Christ born in other lands, the Feast Day of Our Lady of Guadalupe is a reminder that the Gospel is Good News from God for all people none of whom are forgotten. Read this letter from the Episcopal Farmworker Ministry about ways to support immigrants in our communities and the work of EFWM.
Ministry & Faith Formation Events and Resources
Click the link below to see the collection of resources and announcements from Emily Gowdy Canady!
Winter Retreat registration is live! Click the link below to learn more and register. Be sure to sign up fast since spots are limited and filling up quickly!
