Episcopal Transition Update
We are pleased to announce that Fr. Russell Martin and Fr. Ben Sharpe have been selected to stand for election at our upcoming Election Synod on May 16, 2026.
Below, you will find each candidate's profile. We encourage you to read them carefully and to pray for both men, for our diocese, and for the election process in the weeks ahead.
EPISCOPAL ELECTION SCHEDULE
The revised schedule leading to the consecration of our next Bishop is as follows:
Walkabouts: April 23 – Holy Cross, Baton Rouge, LA; April 24 – St. Timothy’s, Spring, TX; April 25 – Christ Our King, New Braunfels, TX
Electing Synod: Saturday, May 16 – St. Timothy Anglican Church, Spring, TX
Consent by the College of Bishops: June 15–17 – Tulsa, OK
Celebration of the Bishop’s Ministry: August 14 – Houston, TX (location TBD)
Consecration of the New Bishop: August 15 – Houston, TX (location TBD)
The Episcopal Transition Team (ETT) has extended the deadline for submitting walkabout questions to March 13, 2026. The walkabouts are regional gatherings (approximately four hours each) designed to allow the candidates to meet and engage with members of the diocese. All are welcome to attend, and delegate participation is especially encouraged. If you would like to submit a question for consideration, please click here.