A "diocese" is a large grouping of Episcopal churches within a certain geographical region.

St. Anne's is a member of the Diocese of Georgia, which spans the southern two-thirds of Georgia and contains about 70 congregations. Although each of the congregations in our diocese is different in size, liturgical style, leadership, political leanings, race, and wealth, we consider ourselves to be one family united in mission and love. To learn more about the Diocese of Georgia, visit the diocesan website.

The Rt. Rev. Henry I. Louttit, Bishop   Every diocese has a bishop who oversees the churches within the diocese. Henry Louttit (pronounced LOUD-ĭt) is the ninth bishop of Georgia. He regularly visits St. Anne's to perform special services such as confirmations, baptisms, and more. He also reminds us that we are connected to a Church and to Christians far beyond our own walls. Bishop Louttit is retiring in 2010. Read more about Bishop Louttit.

The Rev. Scott Benhase, Bishop-Elect   After the announcement of Bishop Louttit's retirement, an eighteen-month process was initiated to elect a new bishop, resulting in a slate of six candidates. On September 12, 2009, delegates from every congregation in the diocese gathered and elected the Rev. Scott Benhase (pronounced BĔN-hās) from that slate to serve as our new bishop. Fr. Benhase presently serves as the Rector of St. Alban's in Washington D.C. He will be consecrated and installed as our bishop in January 2010. Read more about Bishop-elect Benhase.