Bishop Akiyama’s passion for living into the charisms of preaching, teaching, and the sacerdotal work of the priesthood continues to form her as a spiritual leader. Speaking the truth in love expressed through authenticity, trustworthiness, compassion and clarity of vision are the hallmarks of her spiritual leadership. 

The Episcopal Church in Western Oregon recognizes the impact that its history has had on Indigenous communities in Oregon. The diocese occupies and works on the traditional, ancestral, unceded and ceded lands of many tribes throughout Western Oregon.