Bishop Announces Transition on Diocesan Staff

Bishop Ruth Woodliff-Stanley shared a message with the diocese yesterday announcing plans by Canon Andrea McKellar to step back from her role on diocesan staff as Canon for Strategy and Vitality later this summer. Canon McKellar will continue to be involved in the life and future of the diocese as a consultant for special projects, allowing her more time with her family during this season of her life. Read the bishop’s full message at this link.

In her message, Bishop Woodliff-Stanley expressed her immense gratitude to Canon McKellar for her service to the diocese, which began when she first volunteered her time in 2013 under Bishop von Rosenberg. “Words cannot begin to express the depths of my appreciation for the countless ways Canon McKellar has served this diocese over the years, helping to shepherd it through a period of rebuilding, and ensuring we are on firm footing for the future,” said Bishop Woodliff-Stanley. “She has served in a number of roles under four different bishops, and her leadership, vision, institutional knowledge, and unwavering commitment have been integral to the growth of our diocese.”

Canon McKellar is grateful for all that she has learned during her time with the diocese. “I am thankful for the opportunities the diocese have given me to grow in a variety of ministries,” said Canon McKellar. “It has been a joy working with so many people over the last 12 years and will miss the day to day connections.”

Bishop Woodliff-Stanley shared in her message that lengthy discernment has determined the need for a full-time position on diocesan staff. More details will be shared about this role in the near future.

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