The Anglican Diocese of Pittsburgh has a new bishop.
The Rev. Alex Cameron will oversee 41 congregations in the western region of Pennsylvania, along with six other churches in Illinois, Colorado and Tennessee. He will lead nearly 6,500 parishioners in his new role, including those from churches in Greensburg, Ligonier, Murrysville, Leechburg, Harrison, Fox Chapel and Verona.
“I am honored and humbled by the decision of the special convention, and I look forward to serving the diocese to the best of my ability, with the Lord being my helper,” Cameron said.
While delegates voted Saturday during a meeting at St. Stephen’s church in Sewickley, the consecration service is not scheduled until Aug. 6.
Cameron comes to the role after serving most recently as head of the Isaiah Forty Foundation, which provides prayer and coaching to those seeking healing.
He previously worked for General Electric and also owned a consulting company.
Cameron has served churches in Montreal, Vermont and Chicago. He and his wife have four children and three grandchildren.
Candidates for bishop in the Anglican Church in North America are elected by clergy and lay representatives.
In the Anglican Diocese of Pittsburgh, the search process began about a year ago. The search team whittled the list to three candidates last month.
Bishop Martyn Minns, who has been serving as interim bishop of the diocese, said, “I was a bit surprised the Spirit directed us so quickly, but perhaps I shouldn’t have been.”
Cameron brings significant gifts to the office, Minns added.
“I am grateful for his experience and passion for the church,” he said.
