Meet the Team
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The Rev. Kevin Bartle
RECTOR
Kevin began serving as the Rector at St. Mary of the Angels in 2018. He has more than 20 years of ministry experience, ranging from student ministry to Christian leadership. Kevin holds a Master of Divinity from Asbury Theological Seminary. He and his wife Jocelyn have two adorable fur-babies. 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
Jocelyn began serving at St. Mary’s in 2022. She brings experience in program management and development, communications and marketing, bookkeeping, and ministry leadership to the team. Her hobbies include binge watching cooking shows, reading mystery novels, and trying to convince her husband to adopt another cat.
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Shandra Newby
PRESCHOOL DIRECTOR & LEAD TEACHER
Shandra joined the St. Mary’s team in 2022. She is married with four beautiful children, holds an A.S degree in Early Childhood Education, and a B.S Degree in Supervision Management. She brings over 20 years of experience in Early Childhood Education to St. Mary’s Preschool. 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 has over 40 years of experience in education, ministry, and program development. 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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Grant Summers
YOUTH DIRECTOR
Grant began serving as St. Mary’s Youth Director in 2023. Graduating from Johnson University with a Bachelor's Degree in Biblical Theology, Grant is excited to bring his many years of experience in youth ministry to the St. Mary’s family! He enjoys spending his free time with friends and family playing board games, video games, or just watching movies.
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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.