Open Clergy Positions
Transitions in the Diocese of Rochester
The Diocese of Rochester welcomes you! Our Diocese has parishes in a variety of settings and contexts. The Diocese has 51 parishes and missions, and a wide array of ministries. The geography of our Diocese is gorgeous: we benefit from the Finger Lakes, Lake Ontario, and gorgeous natural areas. Additionally, Monroe County and the city of Rochester boast a wealth of educational, cultural, sporting and lifestyle opportunities. See these links for more information on the region:
Finger Lakes Region, NY Official Guide
Living Here | What's It Like Moving to Rochester, NY? | GRE
For additional information about the Diocese, or any of our opportunities, please contact:
The Very Rev. Virginia Tyler Smith Dean of Transitions
transitions@episcopaldioceseofrochester.org
585-315-6604
Current openings:
Christ Church, Hornell—3/4 time priest in charge, accepting names. (Opportunity for a Full-time position with Church of the Good Shepherd, Savona)
Church of the Good Shepherd, Savona—10 hours per week with a rectory, accepting names. (Opportunity for a Full-time position if combined with Christ Church, Hornell)
St. Thomas Church, Rochester—Full-time associate, accepting names.
A full-time position is available, with housing, to staff all three of these congregations:
Christ Church, Cuba
Accepting Names:
Church of the Epiphany, Gates Christmas at Epiphany video
- Full time call --Watkins Glen and Catharine together. This position is for someone with church planting skills and a love of lakeside towns and rural life. Housing is not provided.
St. John’s Church, Catharine Mission video
St. James’ Church, Watkins Glen
- Three-quarter time call for Church of the Redeemer, Addison. Housing to be determined.
- Full-time call, with housing, for rector of three congregations:
- Full time call for an associate at St. Thomas Church, Rochester
- Full-time call at Christ Church, Hornell and Church of the Good Shepherd, Savona—3/4 time in Hornell, ¼ time in Savona
Churches in Self-Study
Church of the Epiphany, Gates Christmas at Epiphany video
Episcopal Diocese of Rochester Missioner to the Deaf and Hard of Hearing—Full time. Video