Episcopal Diocese of San Diego Reorganizes

Bishop Mathes of the Episcopal Diocese of San Diego writes to his diocese regarding reorganization in the face of declining revenues and increasing costs during this time of broad economic downturn. 

May 20, 2009

Dear Brothers and Sisters,

Over the last few months, it has become increasingly clear to me and Diocesan Corporation that we must trim our operating expenses. We continue to be burdened by capital expenses that have never been incorporated into our operating budget (the mortgage for St. Timothy’s, property expenses in Coachella and Imperial County to name a few). In addition, just as you have struggled with the retracting economy, our diocesan resources have been strained as well. With these realities in mind, I am implementing a major reorganization of our diocesan staff. 

Read the whole thing, drawing your own conclusions about stewardship in the face of nine departing congregations.