Deep Read · Episcopal News Service · Oct 16, 2026

Iona Collaborative helps small congregations bridge the leadership gap

According to the most recent Parochial Report published this week by The Episcopal Church, a full half of congregations had an average Sunday attendance of 50 or fewer in 2025. One such program, which focuses specifically on serving the needs of dioceses with rural congregations, is the Iona Collaborative at the Seminary of the Southwest.