Rector Search 2026
St. Monica’s Episcopal Church in Naples is prayerfully discerning and searching for our next Rector. This is an important moment in the life of our parish as we look for the priest who will lead our congregation into the next chapter of ministry, service, and spiritual growth.
Our Rector Search Committee has been formed and is working closely with the Diocese of Southwest Florida throughout the discernment and calling process.
We invite you to learn more about our parish, review our parish profile, and follow updates from the search committee as the process continues.
About the Search Process
The search for a new Rector is a prayerful and thoughtful process guided by the Diocese and led by our Rector Search Committee. The committee is responsible for gathering parish input, preparing our parish profile, reviewing applicants, and discerning the priest God is calling to serve St. Monica’s.
The process generally includes:
- Listening to the parish and gathering feedback
- Preparing the parish profile
- Receiving clergy applications through the Episcopal Church Office for Transition Ministry
- Prayerful discernment and interviews
- Recommending a candidate to the Vestry
Please continue to check this page for updates as the process progresses.
Parish Profile and Position Information
Clergy interested in the Rector position are encouraged to review the following documents which provide detailed information about St. Monica’s Episcopal Church, our parish life, and the Rector position.
This document provides an overview of our parish community, ministries, demographics, and the opportunities for leadership and growth within St. Monica’s Episcopal Church.
OTM Ministry Portfolio
This document is the official Office for Transition Ministry (OTM) portfolio submitted through the Episcopal Church system and includes detailed information about the position and the type of priest we are seeking.
Updates from the Search Committee
2025 April 1
St. Monica’s was informed that our Rector would be departing, and initial preparations began for the search for our next Rector.
2026 March 1
During our Parish Annual Meeting, the congregation was informed that the Rector search process had officially begun. The Parish Profile and OTM portfolio have been approved by the Diocese, and the position has been posted.
Please Keep the Search in Your Prayers
We ask all members of St. Monica’s to pray for the Rector Search Committee, our parish leadership, and the priest who will be called to serve our church.
Prayerful discernment and patience are essential parts of this journey as we seek God’s guidance in calling our next Rector.