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The Rev. Dr. John C. N. Hall serves as Rector of Saint Matthew's. John came to Saint Matthew's in 1998 after serving other congregations in Florida, Kansas and Arizona. He is a graduate of the University of Arizona in Tucson. John earned the Master in Divinity at Virginia Theological Seminary in Alexandria, Virginia, and the Doctor of Ministry in Congregational Development, from Seabury-Western Theological Seminary in Evanston, Illinois. He enjoys gardening, drawing, sculpting, hiking, biking, and computing. More information about John may be found by clicking here. You may email John at john@saintmatthewschurch.org
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The Rev. William C. Forrest serves as an Assisting Priest at Saint Matthew's. Bill is a graduate of Bridgewater College in Virginia, and the Church Divinity School of the Pacific in California. He recently retired from another parish in the diocese after thirty-two years of ordained ministry, most of which was within the Diocese of Arizona. Bill plays a mean guitar and brings a wealth of talent and training to the congregation.
frbillaz@yahoo.com
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The Rev. Sue Youngblood is Deacon at Saint Matthew's. Sue is very involved in ministry to troubled and abused youth. Much of Sue's ministry takes place with incarcerated young people. She maintains a voice for the marginalized as a community activist. Sue is also the coordinator of Saint Matthew's Ministry to Abused Children (MAC) Team.
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Karen Larson serves as Parish Coordinator for Saint Matthew's. A native of Rhode Island, she grew up wanting to be a cowgirl, her imagination fueled by Saturday matinees and Arizona Highways. A graduate of the University of Rhode Island, Karen spent 30 years in management consulting and copper tubing sales and manufacturing. She moved to Arizona in, working at St. Barnabas on the Desert, before coming to Saint Matthew's in 1999. Karen enjoys reading mysteries, traveling, walking, and collecting cowgirl art and ephemera. karen@saintmatthewschurch.org
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Kathy Bilinski serves as Financial Manager at Saint Matthew's. She comes to us from New Jersey where she held positions in banking and law. Currently, Kathy enjoys working with the Boy Scouts and Cub Scouts. Her other interests include jazz, art, and her family. kathy@saintmatthewschurch.org
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Jean Fogarty, our Senior Warden, assists in the office as a project manager and trouble-shooter. Jean is a long-time member of Saint Matthew's and has served as General Manager of Saint Matthew's Food Bank. jean@saintmatthewschurch.org
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Mandy Hodges serves as Director of Student Ministries at Saint Matthew's. She is a graduate of the Georgia College & State University with a degree in Psychology. This is Mandy's second position working with young people, having previously served at another Episcopal Church in the same capacity. Mandy's background includes several stints as a cheerleading coach for high school cheer squads. Mandy brings a wealth of talent and energy to Saint Matthew's as she serves God and our young people.
mandy@saintmatthewschurch.org
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Kadi Strong serves as Sunday School Coordinator at Saint Matthew's. Raised in Louisiana, Kadi spent several years in Texas before coming to Arizona. Kadi graduated from the University of Texas at Austin. Previously, she taught kindergarten and first grade. Kadi enjoys spending time outdoors with her family.
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Levon Rader assists in our nursery. Levon or "Nana Von" as the children call her, was born in Nebraska and raised in Missouri. Nana Von holds the Masters Degree in Nursing from Stanford University and currently works at a medical clinic specializing in endoscopic proceedures. Her advanced medical training and her ability in dealing with medical emergencies make her a wonderful shepherd for the youngest in the flock.
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Sheri Smith assists our youngest church members and their friends in our nursery. Sheri is a native of Worland, Wyoming and graduated from the University of Wyoming with a degree in Elementary Education. She lived in Colorado before moving to Arizona. In her spare time, Sheri likes to cook and bake, and to follow her passion for decorative painting. As a mom of four, Sheri brings great experience and a heart of compassion to her ministry at Saint Matthew's.
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Jamie Gentry assists in our nursery. Jaime was born and raised in Effingham Kansas. She relocated to Arizona in 2001. Jaime is a stay at home mom with two very active daughters. She brings to Saint Mathew's a strong sense of family values and commitment to young believers. She enjoys baking, spending time with family, and traveling. Jaime looks forward to caring for the youngest members of her church family.
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Edgar Cook serves Saint Matthew's as Director of Music and Choir Director. Edgar has been a dedicated, central part of Saint Matthew's ministry for many years.
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