Our Bishop & Diocesan Staff

Our clergy and staff are here to help you. Rooted in our Mission Priorities, the diocesan staff works in close collaboration across departments, committees, ministries, and leadership to faithfully support and steward the life and work of the Diocese of East Carolina. Click the email icon below the staff person to send them an email. If you are unsure of who to contact, please fill out the comment form below.

Office of the Bishop

The Office of the Bishop oversees several key processes, many in collaboration with diocesan committees and leadership. These include the ordination process, clergy annual reporting, planning the Bishop’s visitations, the diocesan convention, and other canonical responsibilities. The office also manages diocesan communications, including the Diocesan Digest magazine, the News and Notes newsletter, and the diocesan website.

  • Bishop Rob Skirving

    The Right Rev’d Rob Skirving, VIII Bishop of East Carolina

  • Sara Tavela

    Diocesan Coordinator of Communications

  • Chris Williamson

    Special Assistant to the Office of the Bishop

  • April Caballero

    Executive Assistant to the Bishop

Leadership Development

The Leadership Development Team works with congregations and diocesan ministries to put the mission priorities of Lead, Learn, Serve, and Heal into action. They guide, coach, and support churches and ministries in discerning their unique paths forward and building meaningful connections across the diocese.

  • The Rev’d Canon Stephanie Allen

    Canon for Leadership Development

    252-522-0885

  • Emily Gowdy Canady

    Missioner for Lifelong Christian Formation

    252-522-0885 ext. 226

  • The Rev’d Frederick Clarkson

    Spanish Language Ministry Coordinator

    Mobile: 571-212-9427

  • The Rev’d Skip Walker

    Ministry Coordinator with Peoples of African Descent

Finance and Administration

The Finance and Administration Team manages the financial and operational functions of the diocese, its parishes, and Diocesan House. Their responsibilities include budgeting, overseeing financial transactions, maintaining databases, advising parishes, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting the smooth, efficient operation of the diocese and Diocesan House.

  • LaTonya Smith

    Director of Finance and Administration

    252-522-0885 ext. 229

  • Litisha Dawson

    Bookkeeper & Administrative Assistant to the Director of Finance and Operations

    252-522-0885 ext. 224

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