Rev. Joey Heath-Mason (he/him) grew up in south Georgia, but moved to DC to earn his Master’s of Divinity from Wesley Theological Seminary. Since seminary, he has served a small church in Westminster, MD, followed by a few years at nearby Silver Spring UMC. That time was then followed by six years serving in campus ministry at American University. What excites Pastor Joey about ministry is the opportunity to share love, grace, and dignity with all while working to make the world around us better. He is also passionate about justice and inclusion of the excluded and forgotten. Pastor Joey lives in Silver Spring with his husband Matthew, daughter Amaya, son Andre, and their dogs Abbi and Brody. Pastor Joey joined St. Paul's in July of 2022. Contact him at joeyhm@stpaulsk.org or call 301-933-7933 ext. 103.

Retirement News! Meg will be retiring this summer. Her last day on staff will be August 1, 2025. Please see the section below for more info.

Meg Baker (she/her) is a long-time member of St. Paul's and has served the church in a variety of capacities, from managing the Hunger Ministry to composing music for worship. She is passionate about faith formation across generations and in all areas of our lives. Dr. Baker holds an MA degree from Wesley Theological Seminary and BA degrees in Music and Economics from the University of Mary Washington, and earned her doctorate at the Institute of Worship Studies. She and her husband Mike live in Kensington, where they enjoy the occasional company of their young adult twins. Email her at mbaker@stpaulsk.org.

Mr. Tom Pedersen (he/him) enjoys a performing arts career that began with performances as a child. He later earned praise for his rich baritone. He has since led a finely tuned career as a conductor, musician, singer, and teacher. Mr. Pedersen directs the Sanctuary Choir and the Youth Choir, and provides guidance for other musicians and group leaders at St. Paul's. He served as the post-graduate/gap year director for Metropolitan School of the Arts (Alexandria VA) and retired from his position as Head of the Music Theatre division at The Catholic University of America (Washington DC).  http://www.nthomaspedersen.com/ You can email him at tpedersen@stpaulsk.org or call 301-933-7933 ext. 110 for the Music Office.

Marvin Mills (he/him) is an accomplished and renowned organist, pianist, and composer. His musical talents enrich our worship and special services. He is an active member of the District of Columbia chapter of the American Guild of Organists and is regularly invited to play for festivals, conferences, and clinics locally and throughout the United States. https://www.marvinmills.net/ Mr. Mills can be reached by email at mmills@stpaulsk.org or 301-933-7933 ext. 110 for the Music Office.

Erin Bone Steele (she/her) has been part of the St. Paul's staff since 2016 with previous experience in communications in the university environment and office management in the financial banking sector. She lives in Silver Spring MD with her husband Colin, two daughters, and an array of pets. Erin worships with her family at Grace Episcopal Church in Silver Spring where she is most active in the music program and previously served on the refugee resettlement committee. Additionally, Erin holds a PhD in Theatre & Performance Studies, directs theatrical works with local college and community groups, and is a company member of the Chesapeake Shakespeare Company in Baltimore MD. You can contact her at: stpaulsunited@stpaulsk.org, phone 301-933-7933 ext. 100.