125 Monument Circle · Indianapolis, IN 46204 · 317.636.4577
Christ Church Staff
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Jeffrey Smith Interim Organist and Choirmaster JeffreyS@cccindy.org |
Jeffrey Smith also serves as Visiting Professor at Indiana University Jacobs School of Music. He is married to Elisabeth Braw, a Swedish journalist and has two young children, Sebastian and Daniela.
Contact me about: Choir membership, volunteering for the music department and ideas about your favorite hymns. Many of the singers and choir families are also involved in other aspects of ministry here; I think that reflects a mature understanding of how what a church can and should be. |
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Lauren Good Membership and Liturgy Assistant LaurenG@cccindy.org |
I was born and raised on the northwest side of Indianapolis and went to college at DePauw University in Greencastle. Following graduation, I became a full-time volunteer at a homeless shelter in southern Colorado, one of the poorest areas of our country and serving mostly migrant workers. After returning to my home and family in the midwest, I found my way to a job at Christ Church Cathedral (though I continue to worship at First Congregational UCC).
Contact me about: Membership concerns, worship guild assistance, or music administrative coordination. Although I have been the Worship & Music Assistant for eight years, I am taking a larger role in membership and trying to get new members integrated into the Cathedral community and finding new ways that long-term members can deepen their own connection to the community and to God. My favorite things about CCC are the diversity, the fact that the Cathedral will embrace all people, and the dedication to improving the world around us - truly the work of Christ. |
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Anita Farnsley Executive Assistant AnitaF@cccindy.org |
Executive Assistant to Dean Stephen E. Carlsen, Canon Rees Olander Canon Gray Lesesne and Deacon Andrew Klatte.
I joined the Cathedral staff in April 1997 and now serve as Executive Assistant to the Dean, Senior Associate, as well as the Missions and Pastoral Care Clergy. I enjoy being an active member in my own church, traveling, basket weaving, and especially spending time with my three sons and their families. Contact me about: Ministry and calendars for the Dean, Senior Associate, Missions and Pastoral Care Clergy. Vestry and their activities. Missions and their activities. Provide assistance to other areas of ministry within the Cathedral when necessary. Facility and meeting space reservations (except for weddings.) I enjoy working with the staff and parishioners who together bring a sense of extended Christian community to my life. As a member of the Cathedral staff, my mission is to present a spiritual environment that is caring, pleasant, and a welcoming presence to any and all that enter or come within our parish community. |
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Marcella Kates Communications Director MarcellaK@cccindy.org |
I was born and raised in Indianapolis. I live with my husband Chris, a 5th grade teacher, on the West side of Indianapolis, with our two dogs.
Contact me about: promoting your event or ministry; your communication needs to the parish, city and diocese, including in-house publications and beyond; and media assistance. I love the caring environment that CCC has for its members, staff and newcomers. I have thoroughly enjoyed learning about the Episcopalian faith and history. My goal at CCC is to provide those who I work with assistance in developing and implementing the messaging and media strategy of their ministry, including building partnerships and promoting the vision of CCC! |
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Dawnielle Alden Staff Accountant DawnielleA@cccindy.org |
I love the outdoors and working with youth. I have a very active life outside of work with church, family, and volunteering.
Contact me about: Financial Questions regarding Christ Church Cathedral. The opportunity to make a difference in peoples lives. |
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Ellen Shaughnessy Receptionist, Pastoral Care Assistant EllenS@cccindy.org |
I grew up in Indianapolis, and have lived in the New Palestine, Indiana area for thirty five years. I have three children and five grandchildren who are delightful.
Contact me about: Christ Church Cathedral events, including if you wish to RSVP to an event; if you wish to add your name to the Prayer List or if you wish to leave a Pastoral Care message for our clergy. The clergy, vestry, parish staff and the members of Christ Church Cathedral are friendly and we work together to accomplish the work of the church. |
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Carl Michaelis Hospitality Coordinator CarlM@cccindy.org |
I am from Indianapolis, attended Arsenal Tech H. S. and Wabash College. I love music of all types, enjoy working with people of all ages, and am fascinated with the history of organizations (Christ Church, Indianapolis, etc.)
Contact me about: being part of our wonderful ministry of hospitality - there is a place for everyone to help. Cooking, planning, serving, cleaning, hosting - all are vital parts of what we offer to the parish, the city, the diocese and beyond. All aspects of our liturgical life (the Anglican forms, the musical excellence, the variety of persons involved); the folks one can engage with at "the Little Church on the Circle" (from such different backgrounds); our location and history on Monument Circle - what an amazing story it is of how we have met the challenge through the years to remain a visible sign of God's presence in the very center of public life. |
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David Sinden Assistant Organist and Choirmaster DSinden@cccindy.org |
David Sinden holds degrees in organ performance from Oberlin College and Indiana University. He was appointed Assistant Organist and Choirmaster at Christ Church Cathedral in 2006 and has previously served churches in Texas, Ohio and Indiana, and a chapel in New York.
Contact me about: The Christ Church Singers, Friday Noon Organ Recitals, demonstrations of the cathedral's organs, music for weddings or other services here. It is a privilege to make music here in the heart of Indiana in a church that has a storied history of music making. Christ Church Cathedral is also fortunate to have three fine pipe organs, and each of them is a joy to play. I am passionate about music ministry, especially with young people, and I love that music here gives young people a vital role in the liturgy. This experience is formative on so many levels and informs their musical and liturgical life for years to come. I am fortunate to direct some former choir boys and choir girls in the Christ Church Singers. It is a wonderful, spirited community. |
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Veronica Gomez Godinez |
Veronica is from Tala Jalisco Mexico, and attended College at the Universidad de Guadalajara where she graduated with a degree Social Work; She has 2 children Rosa (14 years) and Jaime (9.) Veronica is a proud member of the Episcopal Church and currently works part-time at St John’s Episcopal Church, Speedway, where CCC planted a Hispanic Ministry. Contact me about: everything related to the Hispanic Ministry of Cathedral; Activities, events, programs, groups, Sunday school in Español, traditions or just to share about the faith of the Episcopal Church. What do you like about CCC: We are a multicultural community… and together shared like a family |
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Evelyn Johnson Financial Assistant EvelynJ@cccindy.org |
I work part-time a the Cathedral and this is my fifth year working for the Cathedral's Finanace Department. I am also married and the mother of two children. In addition to my work at the Cathedral, I am a classically trained singer with a Masters Degreee in Voice and teach voice lessons and perform locally.
You can contact me with questions about your giving statement, pledge, and receiving pledge envelopes, and any other questions relating to cash receipts or payments. The people, of course! |
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Fred Andrews Human Needs Coordinator and Sexton Sextons@cccindy.org |
I grew up in Indianapolis and I live on the West side.
Contact me about: setups if needed and various other things. I do cleaning of the building, setups & teardowns and assistance with weddings. I also do the human needs program. It's a good place to work and serve God all at the same time. |
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Floyd Acoff Facilities Superintendent FloydA@cccindy.org |
Life long resident of Indianapolis area and a 30 year member of the Cathedral staff.
Feel free to contact me anytime about building & maintenance issues. As the Cathedral we not only reach out to the state of Indiana we reach out to the world. |