Gaventa brings a wealth of experience from her many years as Dean of Students at Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary. She is a priest in the Episcopal Church and has served at several parishes, in addition to previously working for the Diocese of Virginia.

In this new role, she will facilitate a culture of health, safety, ministry integrity, and mutual care, including overseeing the Safeguarding program. “We are so excited about both the gifts and the experience that Sarah will bring to this important role within the Diocese of Texas,” says The Rev. Canon Christine Faulstich.

Bishop Doyle offered his thanks for Gaventa’s predecessor, the Rev. Canon Lisa Burns, who is retiring as of October 1. “Canon Burns has served faithfully, creatively, and with good humor in this position for six years now. I don’t believe there is a part of our diocese that hasn’t been positively impacted by her work.”