The Canon Missioner will have three major responsibilities – clergy transitions, congregational vitality, and property development for sustainability – and will work closely with the Canon to the Ordinary, the Congregational Vitality Team, and our diocesan consultants to equip clergy, wardens, vestries, diocesan committees, and other lay leaders with the skills and resources needed to lead, cultivate, and grow dynamic congregations that are rooted and grounded in God’s mission. Since transition time is a fruitful season in the life of a parish, as an integral part of this work, the Missioner will also supervise and manage transition ministry.
Before attending Virginia Theological Seminary, Jason had a successful career in languages, interpretation, and education. He holds an M.A. in Spanish Linguistics from Penn State and an M.A. in Hispanic Language and Culture from New York University in Madrid. He taught linguistics and Spanish language courses at Penn State, the University of Georgia, and the College of Charleston, and he worked as a medical interpreter and court interpreter in Pennsylvania, Georgia, and South Carolina.
Father Roberson is currently the Associate Rector at Grace Episcopal Church/Iglesia Episcopal La Gracia in Alexandria, VA, where he serves the congregation in both English and Spanish. In his role at Grace, Jason has served as Chaplain for Grace Episcopal School, supervised seminarians from Virginia Theological Seminary, organized the installation of a new live streaming system, and administered a newly created crisis assistance fund to provide financial aid during the pandemic. Jason currently serves as Board President for the Dominican Development Group, a non-profit organization working to promote mission in the Episcopal Church in the Dominican Republic. Jason previously served as Assistant Rector at Holy Cross Faith Memorial Episcopal Church in Pawleys Island, SC, where he supervised the Stephen Ministry program and the youth group, and led the 2018 youth mission trip to the Dominican Republic.
Jason grew up in Rome, GA, and loves travel, international cuisine, classical music, and historical fiction. He and his two-year old golden retriever, Mae, are very excited about relocating to Miami and serving the people of the Diocese of Southeast Florida beginning on 1 September.
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