Our mission is to allow the Holy Spirit, in the light of God's wisdom and grace, to discern a Rector who hears a call to join our community
and guide our Parish family in the years to come.
Seeking Our Next Rector
2022-2023 Rector Search Committee
Don Peters
Mary Crozier
Matt Sammon
Lisa McClellan
Ann Halaby
Tod Dickey
Pat Hoyt
Sarah Gallagher
Trish Fogerty Regalado
Sue Kapp
January 2023 Update
Dear All Saints’,
Happy New Year! We are pleased to report the rector search committee has reviewed the applications received during our re-opened application period and reported its recommendations to the Vestry. Based on the recommendations of the rector search committee, the Vestry has determined to bring several candidates in for finalist interviews.
We are presently working with the Diocese and the candidates to schedule the interviews. We ask your prayers for the finalists and the Vestry as we move forward into this next stage of discernment.
Sincerely,
Tim Hyland, Sr. Warden
Ann Halaby, Rector Search Committee
October 2022 Update
Dear All Saints’,
As you may recall, the search committee arranged for in-person interviews for the rector position to take place this month. The Vestry, upon the recommendation of the search committee, agreed one person was the best candidate and scheduled an on-campus interview for this week. However, the candidate had a change of heart due to personal reasons and has withdrawn his application. As a result, there are no potential candidates for the rector position which is supported by the search committee.
However, there is good news. The Bishop has allowed All Saints’ to immediately re-advertise the rector position as of this week. The Diocese has also agreed to provide candidate applications as they are submitted. This will allow the Search Committee to vet candidates on an on-going basis, saving much time. The new application period will close approximately the end of November.
We will thus expand our search and update the congregation as new information is available. We encourage you to let everyone know that new applications are being accepted.
Sincerely,
Tim Hyland, Sr. Warden
Ann Halaby, Search Committee Chair
September 2022 Update
Dear All Saints’ Congregation,
The Rector Search Committee continues to move forward in its search process. We have completed our review of rector candidate resumes, and other materials submitted by the candidates or available online. We have also conducted initial interviews. In addition, the committee reported candidate information and initial recommendations to the Vestry. Final round interviews are being scheduled. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact any member of the Vestry or Search Committee.
Warm regards,
Ann Halaby
Search Committee Chair
August 2022 Update
Dear All Saints’ Congregation,
As summer comes to a close and vacations wind down, it’s time for another Rector search update.
Over the months of June and July, the All Saints’ Rector position was posted and the Diocese collected resumes. This week, the Canon to the Ordinary presented applicant profiles to the Search Committee and we are pleased to announce that the hiring process is in full swing. Candidate profiles are currently being reviewed with the intent of holding first round interviews in the near future. It is the committee’s goal to present final round applicants to the Vestry in early fall.
The Search Committee looks forward to being able to update you with additional good news soon.
With regards,
Ann Halaby
Search Committee Chair
June 2022 Search Update
Dear Fellow Parishioners,
Happy summer from the Rector Search Committee.
We are pleased to announce that the Parish Profile, which is necessary to post the Rector position, is complete and posted on the National Office of Transitional Ministries. For now, the Search Committee awaits responses for up to 8 weeks. At that point, we will review resumes and set up first round interviews.
Several parishioners have asked what to do if they know someone that wishes to apply for the Rector position. If you know someone that is interested, please ask them to submit their information directly to the Arizona Diocese through The Rev. Canon Anita Braden. Her information is as follows:
The Rev. Canon Anita Braden, Canon to the Ordinary & Chief of Staff
Arizona Episcopal Diocese
114 W. Roosevelt Street
Phoenix, Arizona 85003-1406
Also, please encourage that individual to refer to the Office of Transitional Ministry of the Episcopal Church at: https://www.episcopalchurch.org/ministries/transition-ministry/ for any additional information. The Search Committee is thrilled to have parishioners make recommendations but we must adhere to the protocol laid out by the Diocese.
Lastly, if you wish to view the Parish Profile, it can be found on our website at: www.allsaintsoncentral/rectorsearch.org.
As always, please reach out to any member of the Rector Search Committee with questions or comments.
Enjoy your summer and stay tuned….
Warm regards,
Ann Halaby
Rector Search Committee Chair
Search Committee Members:
Matt Salmon
Sarah Gallagher
Trish Fogerty
Mary Crozier
Don Peters
Lisa McClellan
Tod Dickey
Pat Hoyt
Sue Kapp
April 2022 Search Update
April 22, 2022
Dear All Saints’ Church Members,
Happy Easter!
On behalf of the Rector Search Committee, I am writing this letter to keep you, members of our congregation, informed as to the Committee’s developments. Before I begin, the Committee wishes to thank you for putting your faith in our ability to identify a Rector just right for All Saints’ Episcopal Church and Day School. We are honored and will do our utmost to serve this congregation as true representatives.
Search Committee activity is already in full swing. Earlier this month, we met with the Rev. Canon Anita Braden of the Arizona Episcopal Diocese to discuss the full search process, including how the committee works with the Diocese, Vestry and congregation. We are currently in the process of updating our Parish Profile, with the intent of posting it for application submission in May. While we wait for applicants to apply, the Committee will be preparing for first round interviews. Over the summer months, we hope to speak with and interview applicants and ultimately, invite the top outstanding candidates to interview on campus in the fall. The Search Committee will work closely with members of the Vestry in this process and also inform the congregation as events progress.
This is an exciting time for All Saints’ Episcopal Church and Day School. And much like Easter, the Search Committee feels this is our time for renewal. We will do our best to serve you well.
With warm regards,
Ann Halaby
Search Committee Chair
Committee Members:
Don Peters
Mary Crozier
Matt Sammon
Lisa McClellan
Tod Dickey
Pat Hoyt
Sarah Gallagher
Trish Fogerty Regalado
Sue Kapp
Ten Reasons Why All Saints'
is a Great Place to Serve
- It’s gratifying to serve with energetic, supportive, fun colleagues. Our staff of 12, including 3 full-time priests, works collaboratively towards our common mission. God is doing great things at and through All Saints’, and it is fulfilling to be part of something meaningful.
- Between our church and day school, there is never a dull moment at All Saints’, with lots of activity during the school and program year on our campus and in the community.
- We have some of the best traditional liturgy and music in The Episcopal Church. We worship from the Book of Common Prayer an average of 14 times per week, including day school chapels, Evening Prayer, monthly choral Evensong, weddings and funerals.
- All Saints’ is a diverse congregation: Republicans and Democrats, young families and seniors, gays and lesbians, singles, wealthy and poor, from different backgrounds. We are united in a centrist, non-partisan, healthy community of respect that follows Jesus Christ in the Episcopal tradition as we pray, learn, serve and connect with God and each other.
- We take our spiritual formation seriously. Our members of all ages appreciate learning about the faith. We have a solid foundation, but seek to grow in numbers and discipleship.
- We are committed to serving those in need in our city and beyond. We have active partnerships with many local agencies, including Nourish Phoenix / ICM Food and Clothing Bank, Feed My Starving Children, André House, and Saint Mary's Food Bank, and internationally with Saint Paul’s Church and School in Haiti.
- The weather. Phoenix has more than 300 days of sunshine per year. Sure, the summer is hot, but the late fall, winter, and spring are amazing.
- Phoenix has all the amenities of a big city: music and the arts, sports teams, outdoor activities, and great cuisine. The Southwest is a rich and unique landscape and culture.
- Phoenix is affordable for a major city.
- Have we mentioned the sunshine?
Learn more about Phoenix in general:
The Episcopal diocese of Arizona: www.azdiocese.org
Phoenix Convention & Visitor’s Bureau: www.visitphoenix.com
The Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commercer: www.phoenixchamber.com
Arizona Office of Tourism: www.azot.gov
The Arizona Republic: www.azcentral.com