From Wisconsin-The Right Rev. Russell Jacobus, Seventh Bishop of Fond du Lac, announced today his intention to resign effective Oct. 31, 2013.
He made the announcement at the conclusion of the 138th Annual Convention of the Diocese of Fond du Lac meeting in Manitowoc.
He has served as Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese which covers northeast Wisconsin since his election and consecration in 1994. He will also retire from active ordained ministry at that time.
In his comments to the Convention, Jacobus said "what a joy it is being the Bishop of the Diocese of Fond du Lac. As I tell many people – this is a wonderful Diocese."
In addition, Jacobus called for the election of a successor at the next annual Convention of the Diocese in October 2013, noting the business will be held during the day on Friday and election of the new Bishop on Saturday.
Plans are being made to hold this Convention in Fond du Lac so that the election can take place in St. Paul’s Cathedral within the context of the celebration of the Holy Eucharist.
More here-
http://www.fdlreporter.com/article/20121029/FON01/310290109/Episcopal-Bishop-announces-retirement
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