Rev. Katherine “Kit” Carlson began her tenure in February 2007. She comes to All Saints from Church of the Ascension in Gaithersburg, Maryland, where she was associate rector, then interim rector following the rector's retirement. She served Ascension for more than six years, following her graduation from Virginia Theological Seminary in 2000. While at Ascension, she oversaw the development of three additional worship services in the renovated historic chapel, added a labyrinth and centering prayer ministry and an annual silent retreat.

She is definitely not a silent person, however. Kit loves almost every kind of music and enjoys singing and playing the cello. She loves the outdoors, especially the Copper Country of Michigan's Upper Peninsula, and she likes camping, boating and backpacking. She spent two undergraduate years at MSU (where she worshipped with both All Saints and Canterbury-MSU), and the second two years at University of Florida (Go Gators!), where she met her husband, Wendell Lynch. They have been married since 1980 and have two almost-grown children, Andrew and Katie Carlson-Lynch.

Prior to becoming a priest, Kit was a journalist, freelance writer, book author, community coordinator for an au pair program, editor of Discovery Channel's print magazine, marketing director for a long-term care company, and a stay-at-home mom. She is grateful to God for guiding her to put all that experience to good work in one single occupation. You can visit Pastor Carlson's blog at: http://allsaints-el.blogspot.com/.

Office Manager Susie Pearson is the friendly face behind the desk in the church office and the friendly voice on the phone when you call.  Susie handles most of the administrative tasks of the parish, including scheduling use of the building and selling parking passes. If you have a question, she is the best person to start with. She is in the office from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Sexton Scott Hoffman keeps the building clean and in good working order.  You will find Scott at work between 2 and 10 p.m., so if you are in the building after hours, he can help you with any questions you have.

Minister of Music Michael Crouch is in charge of all the music offered in worship at All Saints, as well as playing the organ and piano in services.  He personally directs the Cherub and Children's Choirs, and works closely with the volunteer director of the Bell Choir. He helps the rector plan services and oversees all aspects of the music program.

Bill Ramsey, a choir member, is now serving as our interim choir director while we conduct a full search for a replacement for Sandy Consiglio. Bill is professor emeritus of choral music at Stanford University. He studied at Julliard School of Music, has a degree from the School of Sacred Music at Union Theological Seminary and earned a doctorate from Columbia University. He has also taught at the University of California-Chico, Harvard University, Utah State University and the University of Kentucky. Bill has performed with almost every major orchestra in the nation and has sung for presidents, popes and ambassadors. We are extremely blessed to have such a talented and experienced - not to mention theologically grounded - choral musician in our midst.

Director of Children and Youth Ministries is Sheila Wiitala.  She oversees the Sunday School, Rite 13 and other youth programs, as well as parenting classes, Vacation Bible School, and other programs that support our young people and their parents. Her two children, Drew and Marija, are also active in our programs.

Hannah Rethamel has recently taken over bookkeeping from Pat Walsh, who left in July. Hannah is an accounting student at Lansing Community College, and she comes highly recommended by the faculty there. She has a bachelor's degree in international relations from Calvin College and has worked for non-profit agencies prior to studying accounting. She will keep track of All Saints finances, pay invoices and issue financial reports for the Finance Committee and Vestry.

Chaplain Sarah Midzalkowski is not officially an All Saints employee, but the office of the student ministry, Canterbury-MSU, is at All Saints and Sarah is frequently found attending or assisting with our programs. She preaches once a month in the Sunday worship services.