Transition Ministry

Transitions in clergy leadership are significant moments in the life of both congregations and clergy. The Diocese of Central Florida’s Transition Ministry exists to walk with churches and clergy through these seasons with prayerful guidance, pastoral care, and practical support.

Scroll down to view churches in transition currently seeking clergy.

Whether your parish is entering a period of discernment or you are a clergy person exploring a new call, our team is here to help ensure a healthy and faithful process.

For assistance, please contact:

 


Cathedral Church of St. Luke, Orlando

Posted 5/12/2026

 

Parish Summary

The Cathedral Church of St. Luke is a vibrant church in the heart of Central Florida. Located in downtown Orlando, the Cathedral has been a flagship church and the Cathedral of the Diocese of Central Florida since 1902. The worship of God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, is the cornerstone of our community life together. We exist to experience, embody, and extend the love of God in Jesus Christ.

As a culturally diverse congregation, we welcome all and hold enduring Christian values despite the secular perspectives that surround us. The Cathedral is a place where the Gospel is faithfully preached and where individuals come to be spiritually nourished. We are convinced that God’s love is for everyone-no exceptions.

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St. Luke & St. Peter, St. Cloud

Posted 5/7/2026

 

Parish Summary

St. Luke & St. Peter’s is a Christ centered community of faith that has been tucked away amid tall pine trees in St. Cloud since 1932. Our mission is to share the love of Christ by nurturing a caring and welcoming community rooted in joyful worship, fellowship, and service. We are a community that treasures tradition, consistency, and genuine relationships as we worship together, work together, and care for each other.

St. Luke & St. Peter is a parish with a thriving preschool, family environment, and sacramental worship with a contemporary feel that warmly welcomes visitors and new friends who seek the fellowship of loving Christians. We are a steady and caring parish, ready to grow with gentle, faithful momentum.

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Church of the Messiah, Winter Garden

Posted 3/31/2026

 

Parish Summary

The Church of the Messiah has been serving West Orange County in Winter Garden since 1950. A parish family of all ages and stages with a mission to love God, love our neighbors, and love one another. We seek to change the world with Jesus: one child, one person, one family, one community at a time. We pray, work, and seek unchurched people who are spiritually hungry and committed Christians ready to serve. With 30 ministries and multiple aspects within each, members can explore a wide range of opportunities to get involved.

There is a diverse range of worship experiences throughout the week at Messiah catering to various spiritual preferences and needs, including a Haitian Creole service. Our worship is healthy and varied, sacramental, Biblical, Holy Spirit guided and filled, and user friendly. The primary goal of our worship together is always to encounter God. We strive to be a space where anyone can walk through our doors and experience the kindness of a neighborly church. We are a soft place to land in a hard world.

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Church of the Good Shepherd, Maitland

Posted 3/25/2026

 

Parish Summary

The Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd is a historic and beloved parish in Maitland, FL, with roots going back to 1883. We believe our history and our welcoming community give us a compelling foundation from which to grow. We are a parish with a solid foundation and a congregation-wide desire to open our doors more widely to a larger community.

Good Shepherd is taking intentional steps to reach out to our neighbors, and we are eager for a Rector who shares our vision and will help lead that effort. Our mission is simple: “Glorify God, gather people, and feed them with His grace”. We are Biblical and believe in the Creeds. We worship, pray, receive from God in Word and Sacraments, and then go out to do His work. Care for the whole person is woven into the rhythm of life at Good Shepherd, and it shows up in both our formal ministries and our everyday relationships.

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St. James Episcopal Church, Ormond Beach

Posted 2/18/2026

 

Parish Summary

A historic beach-side church located in the heart of Ormond Beach since 1890, St. James has a rich history and is committed to serving our greater community. As living witnesses to the Gospel, we reach out to all of God’s people to understand their concerns, serve their needs, and spread His word.

We are one of 78 churches in the Diocese of Central Florida. As Anglicans, what we believe can best be summarized by the Nicene Creed. We express our faith through our baptismal covenant, and by continuing the Apostolic Church’s pattern of life: personal devotion through the holy scriptures, active participation in Eucharist, and the prayers of the Daily Office.

St. James Episcopal Church is not just a place of worship, but a community of people who care for one another. Through our variety of programs and events for people of all ages, there is something for everyone. We believe in fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment where everyone can feel at home.

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