Mariann Edgar Budde (/ ˈ b ʌ d i /; née Edgar; born 1959) is an American Episcopal prelate who has served as Bishop of Washington since 2011. She is the diocese's first female bishop. Budde was ordained as a deacon in 1988 and as a priest in 1989.

Mariann Edgar Budde serves as spiritual leader for the congregations and Episcopal schools in the District of Columbia and four Maryland counties that comprise the Episcopal Diocese of Washington. The first woman elected to this position, she also serves as the chair of the Protestant Episcopal Cathedral Foundation, which oversees the ...

Jan 24, 2025 · The Right Rev. Mariann Budde, Episcopal bishop of the Diocese of Washington, made headlines this week after she angered President Donald Trump with her sermon during an inaugural prayer service.

1 day ago · Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde is a trailblazing leader in the Episcopal Church, making history as the first female bishop of Washington. Her journey is one of faith, leadership, and advocacy. Here are ten key facts about her remarkable life and career. 10 Facts About Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde 1. She Made History as the First Female Bishop of ...

Jan 21, 2025 · At a sermon preached to President Trump at Washington National Cathedral, Bishop Mariann Budde asked him to "have mercy" on people who are "scared," including LGBTQ+ children.

Mariann Edgar Budde is the bishop of Washington. She’s passionate about helping people deepen their spiritual practices and is an advocate for social justice. When she’s not working, she’s with her family, riding her bike, or cooking dinner for friends.

Bishop Budde was consecrated as the ninth bishop of Washington in November 2011, and served as Interim Dean of Washington National Cathedral from 2016-2017. Prior to her election, she served for 18 years as rector of St. John’s Episcopal Church in Minneapolis.

Jan 22, 2025 · In a post on Truth Social, Trump called the Episcopal Bishop of Washington, Mariann Edgar Budde, a “Radical Left hard line Trump hater” who is “not very good at her job.” He said she...

Jan 23, 2025 · Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde joined NPR's All Things Considered on Wednesday to discuss her hope President Trump's new administration would show compassion toward vulnerable communities...

Jun 29, 2020 · Bishop Budde was consecrated as the ninth bishop of Washington in November 2011. Prior to her election, she served for 18 years as rector of St. John’s Episcopal Church in Minneapolis. She earned a B.A. in history at the University of …