The Diocese of Atlanta

THE EPISCOPAL CHURCH -

DIOCESE OF ATLANTA

What it means to be an Episcopalian...

According to the diocesan website, "We are a vibrant and diverse community of followers of Jesus. No matter your background, race, gender, sexual orientation, or political affiliation. We welcome you with open arms."


St. Paul's Episcopal Church is a part of the Diocese of Atlanta, a home to over 100 Episcopal worshipping communities across Middle and North Georgia. Visit the Diocesan website here.

The Diocese of Atlanta Leadership...

The Right Rev. Robert Wright, Bishop

The Rt Rev. Robert Wright became the 10th bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Atlanta in 2012. Since his election, he has been a vocal and active leader in the community, addressing Georgia legislature about gun control, advocating against the death penalty, and supporting programs for underprivileged youth. He teaches about the importance of love and of justice and continues to lead the diocese to be one of service and faith and always on the mission for the Kingdom of God.

The Right Rev. Don Wimberly, Assisting Bishop

The Right Rev. Don A. Wimberly is retired from full-time ministry and lives in Roswell, Ga., with his wife, Wendy. He is the former diocesan bishop of two Episcopal dioceses: Texas and Lexington, Ky. Wimberly was ordained to the priesthood in 1971 and served parishes in New York, Louisiana, Kansas and Florida before becoming bishop of the Diocese of Lexington. He then served as assistant bishop in Texas for three years before his 2002 election as bishop of the Diocese of Texas. He served in that role for 7 years. Born in Baton Rouge, La., in 1937, he attended Louisiana State University and later earned a master of divinity from Virginia Theological Seminary. He holds doctor of divinity degrees from VTS and the University of the South, Sewanee, where he served as chancellor from                                                        1997 to 2003. 

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