Raleigh bishop among four nominees to national leadership post
The Rt. Rev. Michael Curry, bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of North Carolina is among four being considered as the next presiding bishop of the church in the United States.
Posted — UpdatedThe Rt. Rev. Michael Curry, bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of North Carolina, is among four being considered as the next presiding bishop of the church in the United States.
The role is the chief pastor of the national church, responsible for strategy, administration and speaking for the church on issues of concern and interest.
An election by the 300 members of the House of Bishops will be held on June 27, and the new presiding bishop would begin a nine-year term on Nov. 1.
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