Father John officially began his ministry at Christ Episcopal Church in Eastport on July 1st, 2023.

A Life Rooted in Washington County

John and his family live on a historic 1860 homestead in nearby Marion Township. As animal lovers, his family has two cats, a beagle pup named Bede, 18 chickens, with goats and pigs joining the family soon!

Family is central to John’s life. His wife, Miriam, serves the local community through her work in the health office at the Pleasant Point reservation. Together, they are raising four children, ranging from a university student at WVU to a student in the local Washington County elementary school system.

Education & Experience

Master’s in Divinity: Earned at Virginia Theological Seminary (2016-2019), with a focus on Hebrew, interfaith dialogue, and spirituality.

• Preaching & Pastoral Care: Nominated for the Preaching Excellence Program and completed Clinical Pastoral Education at Sibley Memorial Hospital.
• Background in Digital Arts: Holds a B.S. in Digital Media Arts (Cum Laude) from John Brown University, bringing unique skills in interactive design and illustration to his ministry.
• Global Perspective: Participated in a transformative pilgrimage to southern India with Holy Cross Monastery.

Connect with Father John

If you are a lifelong resident of Eastport, a new neighbor, or visiting our beautiful coastal area, come meet Father John.

“All are welcome at Christ Church. I look forward to meeting you.” — Fr. John