Leadership
Clergy + Staff
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The Rev. Kevin Bartle
RECTOR
The Rev. Kevin Bartle was ordained to the priesthood and began serving as the rector at St. Mary of the Angels in 2018. He holds a Master of Divinity from Asbury Theological Seminary and has more than 20 years of ministry experience, ranging from student ministry to Christian leadership. Kevin also has the privilege of serving as a Youth Ministry Coordinator for the Diocese of Central Florida.
He and his wife Jocelyn have been married since 2013 and have two adorable furbabies. When not in church, you can find Kevin grilling, fishing, or cheering on his beloved Atlanta Braves.
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Jocelyn Bartle
ADMINISTRATIONS & COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR
Before moving into full time ministry, Jocelyn served as the Lower School Assistant Director for a private school in Orlando. She has experience in program management and development, communications and marketing, bookkeeping, and ministry leadership. In addition to her role at St. Mary’s, she also serves as the Director of Communications for St. David’s by-the-Sea Episcopal Church in Cocoa Beach.
Jocelyn loves watching cooking shows, attending the theater, reading mystery novels, and trying to convince her husband to adopt another cat.
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Shandra Newby
PRESCHOOL DIRECTOR & LEAD TEACHER
Shandra began serving as the Director for St. Mary's Preschool in 2022. She holds an A.S degree in Early Childhood Education, a B.S Degree in Supervision Management, and brings over 20 years of experience in Early Childhood Education to her team.
Shandra is married with four beautiful children. In her spare time she's operating her planning business named Anewby Design Party Planning & Decor.
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Amy Smith
CHILDREN’S MINISTRY DIRECTOR
Amy began serving at St. Mary’s in 2023. She brings over 40 years of experience in education, ministry, and program development to St. Mary's Children's Ministry. As a retired Kindergarten teacher, Amy is excited to bring her love of children’s education to the team!
When she’s not busy with little ones, Amy enjoys antiquing, gardening, crafting, and spending time with her husband, Bill.
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Dr. Carla Edwards
ORGANIST
Dr. Carla Edwards is Professor Emeritus of Organ at DePauw University in Greencastle, Indiana. She taught there from 1988 - 2018. Carla retired to Orlando and loves living here! She is excited to play Sunday services for St. Mary of the Angels and other area churches.
Carla also enjoys her pets, watching British Detective series, gardening, and cooking.
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Sandra Yates
FINANCE DIRECTOR
Sandra has been serving at St. Mary's since 2020. She has an Associate's Degree in Business, with a focus in Accounting, and brings over 30 years of experience to the team.
She is a cradle Episcopalian, born in New Jersey, and relocated to Florida in 1986. She has 2 grown daughters with her husband, Carroll, and 2 grown stepdaughters. When not working, Sandra enjoys spending time with her grandchildren, music, sports, and going to the beach.
Vestry
In Episcopal churches, a group of parish-elected representatives serve alongside the Rector as the church’s governing board. The basic responsibilities of the vestry are to help define and articulate the vision of the congregation, to support the church's mission by word and deed, and to manage resources and finances. Elections are held each year during the Annual Parish Meeting.
Current Vestry: Heather Palumbo (Senior Warden), Michael Tereck (Junior Warden), Carla Girtman (Secretary), Mary Ann Gagen, Monica Phillips, and Dawne Miles. Judy Simmons serves as our Treasurer.