Clergy
The Rev. David P. Casey, O.P. has been called to be the Priest-in-Charge of the Free Church of the Annunciation.
His previous call was as Chaplain Missioner for Campus & Young Adult Ministry in Fredericksburg, VA, a joint ministry sponsored by two Episcopal parishes, one Lutheran congregation, and the Episcopal Diocese of Virginia. In this position, Fr. David served as Chaplain for the Episcopal-Lutheran Campus Ministry at University of Mary Washington and planted a campus ministry at Germanna Community College. His work with young adults centered on pastoral care, formation, and community engagement. Fr. David also worked with organizations led by young adults to address issues such as climate change, relations with law enforcement, and anti-racism. He served as an officer for the Diocese of Virginia’s Ministry for Racial Justice & Healing and as a member of a multicultural coalition of clergy working for social change. Fr. David is a graduate of Virginia Theological Seminary and was ordained as an Episcopal priest in June 2018. He is also a life-professed member in the Anglican Dominicans (Order of Preachers), a dispersed religious order in The Episcopal Church devoted to teaching, preaching, daily prayer, and community. David enjoys riding his motorcycle, spending time at the gym, and learning new ways to cook. He and his spouse, Jeff, often enjoy their time off taking road trips.
His previous call was as Chaplain Missioner for Campus & Young Adult Ministry in Fredericksburg, VA, a joint ministry sponsored by two Episcopal parishes, one Lutheran congregation, and the Episcopal Diocese of Virginia. In this position, Fr. David served as Chaplain for the Episcopal-Lutheran Campus Ministry at University of Mary Washington and planted a campus ministry at Germanna Community College. His work with young adults centered on pastoral care, formation, and community engagement. Fr. David also worked with organizations led by young adults to address issues such as climate change, relations with law enforcement, and anti-racism. He served as an officer for the Diocese of Virginia’s Ministry for Racial Justice & Healing and as a member of a multicultural coalition of clergy working for social change. Fr. David is a graduate of Virginia Theological Seminary and was ordained as an Episcopal priest in June 2018. He is also a life-professed member in the Anglican Dominicans (Order of Preachers), a dispersed religious order in The Episcopal Church devoted to teaching, preaching, daily prayer, and community. David enjoys riding his motorcycle, spending time at the gym, and learning new ways to cook. He and his spouse, Jeff, often enjoy their time off taking road trips.
Lay Staff
Kyran Pittman, Ministry Coordinator, comes to Annunciation from Saint Mark's Episcopal Church in Little Rock, where she held a similar position. She brings a wealth of practical experience, and a ton of affection and enthusiasm for this parish which has so warmly welcomed her and her family into its loving fold.
Jessica Holl and Steven Kennedy, Music Directors, are a husband and wife team who have led the music at Annunciation for over ten years. Jessica has an amazing range of voice, leading us in everything from ancient hymns to spirituals. Steven is a classically trained guitarist who composes music professionally. When not leading at music, Jessica and Steven work locally in education.
Arthur & Kathy Escalante, Sextons, have served as volunteer staff at Annunciation since the early days following Katrina. They have been an invaluable part of Annunciation. They are always quick to assist, whether feeding folks, handing out winter coats, or helping to clean up after an event.
VestryPamela Merideth, Senior Warden
Steven Prejeant, Junior Warden Elizabeth Childers Gay, Secretary Bates Whiteside, Treasurer Philip Howell Grace Slattery Michael Carbo, Chancellor (ex-officio) |
What is a Vestry?The vestry is the legal representative of the parish with regard to all matters pertaining to its corporate property. The number of vestry members and the term of office varies from parish to parish. Vestry members are usually elected at the annual parish meeting. The presiding officer of the vestry is the rector. There are usually two wardens. The senior warden leads the parish between rectors and is a support person for the rector. The junior warden often has responsibility for church property and buildings. A treasurer and a secretary or clerk may be chosen. These officers may or may not be vestry members. The basic responsibilities of the vestry are to help define and articulate the mission of the congregation; to support the church's mission by word and deed, to select the rector, to ensure effective organization and planning, and to manage resources and finances. from https://www.episcopalchurch.org/library/glossary/vestry |