Church Leadership

Clergy

The Rev. Daniel J. Handschy, Ph.D. (Retired May 31, 2024)

Our priest Father Dan has been with St. David’s since August 2019. A scholar of historical theology, he leads St. David’s in exploring the intersections of spirituality, science, and scripture.

Vestry

Episcopal churches are led by a “Vestry” or church council of lay people. Members are elected by the whole congregation, and are responsible for working with clergy to define and support the congregation’s mission, ensure effective organization and planning, and steward church resources.

  • Robert Meyer, Warden

    Serves to support our parish.

  • Cherie Finkbeiner, Warden

    Among other things coordinates our Blood Drives.

  • Susan Parry, Clerk

    Records the proceedings of Vestry Meetings and the Annual Meeting.

  • Michael Plano, Treasurer

    Manages the day-to-day finances of the Church

  • James Shults

  • Ann Wickes

  • Sherry Tyler

  • Pam Peter

David Burgess

Director of Operations

Oversees the day-to-day operations at

St. David’s and manages our technology and livestreaming capabilities.

contact: dpburgess@stdavidscny.org