The Episcopal Diocese of Pittsburgh reaches an important milestone and moves into a new phase of rebuilding this weekend. It meets in convention to approve a Provisional Bishop, conduct business that points to both greater stability and vitality, and to witness the ordination of a woman with deep ties to the diocese\u2019s only predominantly African-American parish.<\/p>\n
The governing body will convene Friday and Saturday, October 16 and 17, 2009, at the traditional seat of the diocese, Trinity Cathedral in downtown Pittsburgh.<\/p>\n
Approximately 145 clergy and lay deputies from the diocese\u2019s 28 active congregations will be asked to affirm the Rt. Rev. Kenneth L. Price, Jr., as Provisional Bishop. In that role, he would assume full ecclesiastical authority and responsibility as chief pastor and overseer of diocesan administration and finances until a permanent bishop can be elected and installed.<\/p>\n
\u201cI look forward to coming to Pittsburgh as part of a collaborative effort. Let\u2019s work together to find out what we can do to make this the strong diocese that is part of its history,\u201d\u009d says Bishop Price.<\/p>\n