Our Church Staff
Below is a list of our staff members. Titles that are green link to an e-mail address. For all others, please e-mail the church office (info@stjohnsaz.org) to reach that staff member.
The communications administrator manages the church office and reports to the Rector. They also coordinate the volunteer office staff.
Office hours are Tuesday thru Thursday from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., except for national holidays.
Dan Basche
Groundskeeper
Dan takes care of the grounds of the church including watering, trimming of bushes and trees, and cleaning the patio areas.
Hyeri Choi
Director of the Chancel Choir
Hyeri leads weekly rehearsal for the Chancel Choir and then directs the performance of the choir during the 10:00 a.m. service from September to May. During the summer months, she serves as pianist.
Jimmy Diaz
Director of Joyful Noise
& Praise Bands
Jimmy leads weekly rehearsals for the Joyful Noise and Praise Bands, and directs the performance of each group once a month (Joyful Noise, first Sunday of the month; Praise Band, fifth Sunday of the month) during the 10:00 a.m. service.
Bob Hodson
Sexton
Bob performs routine cleaning and general maintenance of our buildings with some assistance from volunteers.
Jennifer is responsible for Christian Formation for all ages. Sunday school for ages 4 through 6th grade is offered from the end of August through May at 9:45 a.m. Vacation Bible School is held for one week each summer. The Director oversees the Youth Director and the Nursery Supervisor.
Mary Jane Santamaria
Nursery Supervisor
As the Nursery Supervisor, Mary Jane works with church-certified volunteers to provide nursery care for children (infant to 3 years) from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. The children are introduced to Jesus Christ through playtime, stories and videos.