As the new shepherd of an (arch)diocese, he enters a mission that calls for immediate insight, thoughtful discernment, and deep pastoral presence. He inherits a people, a history, a culture, and a set of hopes and challenges that deserve your best attention from the very beginning.
Catholic Leadership Institute’s Episcopal Transition Service offers a structured and grace-filled process to help him listen deeply, lead confidently, and assess wisely.
For over 30 years, Catholic Leadership Institute has been honored to support hundreds of bishops in the Church through a variety of services and support. As we continue to forge the future, we are stepping into a space of need for the Church today.
The Episcopal Transition Support ensures that bishops are not alone as they foster unity, find clarity of vision, and understand the needs of the local church they serve.
A Preview of Episcopal Transition Service Offerings
State of the Diocese Summary
This briefing delivers a synthesized overview of the diocese’s current realities, highlighting trends, strengths, challenges, and priority areas, so that the bishop’s first steps are discernment and strategic leadership.
Diocesan Inventory
This organized inventory consolidates essential diocesan information—offices, ministries, personnel, resources, and key processes—so the bishop can immediately understand how the diocese functions.
Transition Team Support
Through three focused sessions, the bishop’s transition team receives best practices, structured guidance, and hands-on support to foster alignment with the new bishop and his leadership.
Disciple Maker Index (DMI)
The Disciple Maker Index is a comprehensive survey tool that gathers and analyzes feedback from parishioners across the diocese. With around 1 million responses collected, the DMI provides leaders with data on parishioners’ beliefs, practices, demographics, and missionary impulse.
