RECTOR

Jeff has served as the Rector at St. Barnabas Episcopal Church since 2009. He and his wife Barclay have two sons, Graham and Miles, who are the loves of their lives. Jeff received his undergraduate degree in English from the University of California at Santa Barbara and worked in the film industry prior to attending seminary. He attended seminary at the University of the South – Sewanee, and was ordained in 2003. He first served as Vicar at St. Andrews, Corpus Christi, before coming to Fredericksburg. Jeff enjoys swimming, hiking at his beloved Enchanted Rock, and is still a film enthusiast. Jeff ends every service with these words, “Be kind, for everyone you meet has their own great struggle.”

LAY PASTORAL MINISTER

After graduating from college with a BA in religion, Morey married Bill Weldon and earned a Bachelor's degree in Sacred Theology from Seminary of the Southwest. In the ensuing thirty years they raised two sons and Morey became a "professional" volunteer in many of Austin's non-profits. They worshipped at Good Shepherd, which expanded her opportunities to seek and serve God, reinforcing her yearning for a pastoral care ministry. With their children gown, and with Bill's support, she returned to Seminary earning a Master in Divinity focusing on pastoral care. Upon moving to Fredericksburg years later, St. Barnabas became her spiritual home. When a former rector asked her to be responsible for lay pastoral care, and Jeff asked her to continue, she knew, once again, that, "Christ opened a door for me to walk through, sending me out to do the work He has given me to do - to love and serve Him as a faithful witness of Christ our Lord."

DIRECTOR OF MUSIC

Hazel grew up in Montana, the youngest of seven children in a very musical family. She started playing piano at the age of 7 and was blessed with outstanding teachers in Montana. She attended St. Olaf College in Northfield, MN, where she earned a Bachelor of Music in Piano Performance with organ as her secondary instrument. Hazel met Jan McGrath in 1978, which was the beginning of a nearly 38-year relationship and marriage, and began work at the US Postal Service in 1980, which was the beginning of a 29-year career that culminated with the position of Postmaster of the Stonewall, TX, Post Office. Hazel and Jan found family with members of St. Barnabas in the early 2000's, and Hazel now enjoys directing the St. Barnabas Bell Choir and the choral ensemble in addition to being involved in the musical aspects of worship at St. Barnabas.

YOUTH MINISTER

Chris and his family have been attending St. Barnabas since 2016. He is married to Alison and together they have five children, two who are still at home.

Chris received a bachelor’s degree in business from the University of Texas at Austin and Master of Arts in Biblical Studies from Dallas Theological Seminary. He has helped found, teach, coach and lead several private Christian Schools, in addition to serving in various churches and non-profits. Chris works in real estate with Phyllis Browning Co.

For much of his adult life, Chris has been involved in education and is excited to be working with the middle/high school students and their families.

CHILDREN’S MINISTRY COORDINATOR

Emily and her husband Tim attend St. Barnabas with their two young children, marking now four generations of family members who call this parish "home." Emily has a bachelor’s degree in Great Texts and Art and a master's degree in Higher Education Administration from Baylor University.

Emily was raised in Fredericksburg and graduated from Ambleside School. She spent five years working at L'Abri in England before marrying Tim and returning to Texas. She currently serves as a board member at Ambleside School and participates in multiple book clubs across town. She first encountered Godly Play over fifteen years ago and is delighted to be able to offer this beautiful approach to spiritual formation to the children and families of St. Barnabas.

MOM’S MORNING OUT DIRECTOR

Nancy was born and raised in Fredericksburg, and after school and some traveling, returned to this wonderful community with her wife and partner of 18 years to raise their 5 year old son, Leo and newborn daughter, Sophia. Nancy has over 20 years’ experience working with children of all ages and backgrounds, and she strives to create a loving and nurturing educational environment for all of our children. Nancy feels incredibly blessed to work with an amazing staff who help her guide God’s children to learn and grow every Monday and Wednesday. Our amazing teachers and staff along with our wonderful parents have made our Mothers Morning Off Program the successful program it is today. Nancy is excited to continue to grow the program and be a part of your little one's journey.

PARISH ADMINISTRATOR

JD is a native Texan, born in Waco, raised in North Texas, and a Fredericksburg resident since 2005. He and his wife Delci have two grown sons, Taylor and Noah. An amateur genealogist, JD also enjoys playing the guitar and upland bird hunting. He has worked in the transportation safety industry and most recently spent six and a half years in church administration. JD is looking forward to being a part of the St. Barnabas family and serving its parishioners.

OFFICE ASSISTANT

Carol is a native Texan from Houston who lived 30 years in Snow Country: first Colorado and Indiana, then Minnesota. She moved to Fredericksburg in 2005 and has served as the Office Assistant at St. Barnabas since 2013. Her duties include receiving visitors and answering the phone, producing The Encourager, Sunday bulletins, worship documents, and other print pieces. She earned a BA in Classical Languages from the University of Texas at Austin, an MA in History Education from the University of Colorado, and worked as a history museum administrator in public programs and exhibits for thirty years. Her two grown children, Rudy and Suzanne, have blessed her with four grandsons, from age nine to 21 years. Carol is a member of St. Barnabas and is active in the Daughters of the King, the Lost and Found Sunday School class, and looks forward to Community of Hope starting up again. She loves to spend time with her family and friends, garden, sew, work puzzles, and read.

HOUSEKEEPER

Patty has called Fredericksburg home for twenty years. She is married and has four beautiful children, and finally a precious little grandbaby! She has worked at St. Barnabas for over ten years, helping us stay clean and orderly, and we are so grateful to have her with us!