Meet Our Staff

Interim Rector
Rev. Mary Sulerud
Interim Rector is a priest appointed to lead an Episcopal church during a transition period between rectors. They provide pastoral care, worship leadership, and administrative oversight, help the congregation reflect on its identity and mission, and prepare the parish for the next permanent rector. Their role is intentionally temporary and focused on stability, healing, and readiness for new leadership.

Associate Priest
Rev. Olabanji Onamuti
Associate Priest is a member of the clergy who serves alongside the rector to support the spiritual and pastoral life of an Episcopal church. They may lead worship, preach, provide pastoral care, teach, and oversee specific ministries, working collaboratively to help meet the needs of the congregation.

Deacon
Rev. Mimi Mathews
Deacon in the Episcopal Church is an ordained minister called to serve as a bridge between the church and the wider community. Deacons focus on service, outreach, and advocacy, assist in worship (especially the proclamation of the Gospel), and help the congregation live out its mission to serve those in need.

Church Administrator
Debbie Schallmo
Church Administrator is responsible for the day-to-day operations of an Episcopal church. They manage office administration, communications, calendars, records, and coordination with clergy, staff, and volunteers—helping ensure the parish runs smoothly so ministry and worship can thrive.

Director Of Music
Bonny Lally
Director of Music leads and coordinates the musical life of an Episcopal church. They plan and provide music for worship, direct choirs and musicians, collaborate with clergy on liturgy, and support congregational singing to enhance prayer and worship.

Communication Specialist
Melanie Hill
Communications Specialist manages how an Episcopal church shares information and tells its story. They oversee newsletters, social media, website content, print materials, and announcements, helping communicate the church’s mission, events, and ministries clearly, consistently, and invitingly to the congregation and the wider community.

Teen's Sunday School Teacher
Marci Altman
Teens Sunday School Teacher guides and supports middle and high school youth in their faith formation. They lead age-appropriate lessons, encourage discussion and questions, and help teens connect Episcopal beliefs and values to their everyday lives in a welcoming, supportive environment.

Elementary School Sunday School Teacher
Spike Altman
Elementary-Age Sunday School Teacher nurtures children’s faith through engaging, age-appropriate Bible stories, activities, and prayer. They help children understand God’s love, learn Episcopal traditions, and grow in kindness, curiosity, and community within a safe and welcoming environment.

Toddler Sunday School Teacher
Elizabeth Taylor
Toddlers Sunday School Teacher provides a safe, loving, and playful environment where very young children are introduced to God’s love. Through simple stories, songs, movement, and hands-on activities, they help toddlers begin to feel comfortable in church and experience faith as joyful and caring.
