Eugene Sutton facts for kids
Quick facts for kids The Right Reverend Eugene Sutton |
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| Bishop of Maryland | |
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Sutton in 2011
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| Church | Episcopal Church |
| Province | III |
| Diocese | Maryland |
| Elected | June 29, 2008 |
| In Office | 2008–2024 |
| Predecessor | Robert W. Ihloff |
| Successor | Carrie Schofield-Broadbent |
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| Consecration | June 28, 2008 by Katharine Jefferts Schori |
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| Born | January 9, 1954 Washington, D.C., US |
| Denomination | Anglican (prev. Baptist) |
| Spouse | Sonya Subbayya Sutton |
| Children | 4 |
| Alma mater | Hope College Western Theological Seminary Princeton Theological Seminary Sewanee: The University of the South |
Eugene Taylor Sutton, born on January 9, 1954, is an American religious leader. He served as the 14th Episcopal Bishop of Maryland.
Growing Up and Learning
Eugene Sutton grew up in Washington, D.C.. His family was part of the Baptist church. In 1976, he finished his studies at Hope College in Holland, Michigan.
He then earned a special degree called a Master of Divinity from Western Theological Seminary. After this, he became a minister in the Reformed Church in America. Sutton continued his studies at Princeton Theological Seminary.
A few years later, he joined the Episcopal Church. He completed his training for this new role in 1993. This training happened at the University of the South in Sewanee, Tennessee.
His Work and Leadership
Sutton worked in churches in New Jersey and Washington, D.C. He also taught at several schools. These included the New Brunswick Theological Seminary and the Vanderbilt University Divinity School. He also taught at the General Theological Seminary.
On June 28, 2008, he became the Bishop of Maryland. He was chosen for this important role by a vote. His special ceremony was held at the Washington National Cathedral. Sutton had previously worked there as a pastor.
He made history as the first African American bishop for the Diocese of Maryland. On June 29, 2008, he officially began his duties. This ceremony took place at the Cathedral of the Incarnation.
On September 17, 2021, Bishop Sutton shared his plans to retire in 2024. Carrie Schofield-Broadbent was chosen to take his place. She became the new bishop in 2023.
Other Important People
- List of Episcopal bishops of the United States
- Historical list of the Episcopal bishops of the United States
