Thank you for visiting the Diocese of New Jersey’s Transition Ministry Resource page. Whether you are clergy discerning a new call, a congregation in transition, newly ordained, or new to the diocese we hope that you will find the information you are seeking.
Please note that at this time, the Diocese of NJ is not open to receiving unsolicited applications from outside The Episcopal Church. The ability to work in the Diocese of NJ is a current requirement for application.
If you are interested in submitting your name for consideration or interested in further conversation about any congregations that are receiving names, please complete the form found here: https://dioceseofnj.formstack.com/forms/initial_inquiry. Applications sent via email will not be accepted or acknowledged. Be prepared to upload the following documents:
- OTM profile
- resume
- completed Questionnaire for Clergy
- letter of interest addressed to the congregation
The Rev. Canon Joan Mason
Transition Ministry Officer
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(609) 460-5408
Resources for Clergy
Recent Clergy Calls & Updates and Congregation Updates
Questionnaire for Clergy Interested in Serving in the Diocese of New Jersey
Episcopal News Service Jobs & Calls
Transition Ministry Conference
Standing Commission on Clerical Compensation
Diocesan Policies on Sabbaticals
Sabbatical Grant Application. (version en español)
Report of Non-Parochial Clergy Form
A Good Goodbye – Guidelines for Clergy Transition
Resources for Congregations
Standing Commission on Clerical Compensation
PDF Safety Inspection Document
Episcopal News Service Jobs & Calls
Transition Ministry Conference
Format for letter for informing bishop of proposal to elect new clergy
Format for letter requesting bishop’s appointment of a priest-in-charge
