George Wayne Smith (born January 29, 1955) is a bishop of the Episcopal Church.
Smith served congregations in both Texas and Michigan before becoming the rector of St. Andrew's Episcopal Church in Des Moines, Iowa.
[1] In the first years of his episcopacy, the church, both nationally and locally, struggled with issues related to sexuality.
Financial adversity in those early years resulted in a reduction of diocesan staff and programs.
In a letter dated April 27, 2018, Smith informed the Diocese of Missouri that he intended to retire after a successor was elected, consecrated as bishop, and installed in office.