Search & Transition for the Sixth Bishop of the Diocese of Hawai'iA SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT FROM THE STANDING COMMITTEE: (April 28, 2025) Last Friday, Bishop Robert Fitzpatrick, announced his plans to “resign due to advanced age” in late 2026. The resignation terminology is specific, as Bishop Bob points out, because one never stops being a bishop. That’s just the beginning of the intricate bishop transition process we will pursue together as a Diocese in the coming 18 months. The protocol is vital to a successful bishop transition and meant to be both a grand celebration for our departing Bishop and a welcoming for the sixth bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Hawai‘i. (Click HERE to view and download the official letter.)
JOIN THE STANDING COMMITTEE'S TALK STORY LISTENING SESSIONS: All clergy and church members are invited to attend the Standing Committee's Talk Story in-person listening sessions being held on all islands. These ongoing gatherings are being held to discuss any Diocesan issues, questions, or thoughts, including the Bishop Search and Transition process. This is an opportunity to engage in meaningful discussions, voice your thoughts, and stay informed as we journey toward the ordination of the Diocese of Hawai’i’s Sixth Bishop. Check out the dates for these sessions on the Bishop Transition webpage HERE.
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The Bishop's Official Announcement of Resignation:(April 25, 2025) The Right Reverend Robert L. Fitzpatrick, fifth Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Hawai'i, formally announces his resignation, and calls for the election of the sixth Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Hawai'i.
In addition to his video message, a copy of the Bishop's official letter of resignation is available to view and download HERE. The letter contains important information including a timeline for the next 18 months as it pertains to the search process and transition to a newly elected Bishop. |
Bishop Bob's Easter Message(4/19/25) View on YouTube
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Presiding Bishop Sean Rowe's Easter Message(4/19/25) READ FULL MESSAGE
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Bishop on the Death of Pope Francis(4/21/25) READ MESSAGE HERE
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