Join us for a historic occasion as Bishop Jerome (Jay) R. Cayangyang is installed as the second Bishop of the Special Jurisdiction for the Armed Forces and Chaplaincy of the Anglican Church in North America (ACNA). This ceremony celebrates his leadership and spiritual guidance for our chaplains serving our military members, veterans, federal agents, prisoners, hospital patients, and their families across the Anglican Church in North America.
Bishop Julian Dobbs, Dean of the ACNA, will preside over the event. In attendance will be numerous other bishops and US Government representatives.
Our Bishop
The Right Reverend Jerome (Jay) R. Cayangyang
Bishop, Special Jurisdiction for the Armed Forces and Chaplaincy
Bishop Cayangyang previously served as Suffragan Bishop of the Special Jurisdiction. He currently serves as Deputy Chaplain of the Marine Corps for Reserve Matters, and most recently served as the Rector of Bishop Seabury Anglican Church in Gales Ferry, Connecticut. Bishop Cayangyang has more than 35 years of active and reserve military service, including two combat deployments to Iraq.
Event Schedule
Saturday, February 14, 2026
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8:30 AM: Vesting
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9:00 AM: Guest Arrival
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9:30 AM: Procession Lineup
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10:00 AM: Ceremony Begins
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Welcome Address
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Installation Rite
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Reception to follow
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Invited Special Guests Include:​
- ACNA Chaplains and their families
- Dean of the Anglican Church in North America
- Bishops from ACNA Dioceses
- US Government representatives from military and chaplaincy services
- Academic Leaders from Seminary Institutions
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Attire
Bishops: Rochet, red chimere, tippet
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ACNA Clergy* & Chaplains: Cassock, surplice, tippet
*All ACNA Clergy will be invited to process
Military Personnel & Non-ACNA Military Chaplains: Service Dress Uniform* is encouraged.
*Or equivalent formal uniform
All Other Guests: Business attire or "Sunday Best" is encouraged.
(Festive touches in red are welcome but not required.)
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Thank you for helping create a dignified and unified atmosphere as we celebrate this historic moment.