Gregory Jacobs
I practiced law for 18 years specializing in labor and employment discrimination before entering the priesthood in 1995. I have served the Episcopal Church for more than 20 years in matters involving Title IV clergy misconduct. As a member of Constitution & Canons Committee (2000-2006), I helped refine and clarify canonical language adopted in the initial Title IV provisions, working closely with diocesan chancellors as well as members of the Committee. For 15 years, I served as the principal Title IV Intake Officer in both the Dioceses of Massachusetts and Newark. My responsibilities included initial intake, interview of all parties/witnesses, and investigation of more than a dozen Title IV allegations. My work culminated in reports to diocesan disciplinary review panels, summarizing the results of my investigations and recommending appropriate actions to be taken as well as participation in later stages of Title IV cases, including conciliation/resolution efforts and preparing cases.