The Reformed Episcopal Church
AFFILIATION PROCESS

Church of the Holy Communion
Dallas, TX

We would like to thank you for your interest in becoming a Reformed Episcopalian. This is an Anglican Body that seeks to remain faithful to God and His revealed Word. Below you will find three sections regarding membership within the Reformed Episcopal Church - Individuals, Clergy, and Parishes. Depending on your status, certain forms and requirements may need to be completed.

INDIVIDUALS

The first step in this process is to find a local Reformed Episcopal parish. You may search for a parish from the search bar in the header. If there are no parishes in your vicinity, you may contact Bishop Grote for further information.

When you find a parish, contact the local pastor and he will be able to instruct you in the process. A Letter of Transfer from your prior parish is standard practice (if available). We also require that one be baptized and confirmed. If you are not, the local pastor can aid you with these things as well.

CLERGY

The transfer of Clergy credentials involves a process of application, examination, reception, and in some cases regularization of orders. Transfers are subject to the approval of the Diocesan Bishop and the Standing Committee. Depending on each individual's situation, other requirements may be necessary.

Below are links for the Transfer Process and Clergy Application. Please print, complete, and forward the application to Bishop Grote at:

The Rt. Rev. Royal U. Grote, Jr.

Transfer Process (Word File)
Clergy Application (.pdf)

To acquire information about ordination to the ministry, please contact Bishop Grote at the address above or by email: (RoyalREC1@aol.com)

PARISHES

We have a three-level process of affiliation. Throughout the stages of association the Bishop in charge of the geographical area in which the parish exists will oversee the process.

We offer a complete document with forms explaining the process in further detail. It may be viewed from the link below.

Parish Reception Packet (Word File)