Helen Hamel, Music Minister
It is such a joy to share this music ministry of faith with everyone. I am a life-long Christian who was pushed and shoved by My Lord God to the organ bench. I serve God because He has called me to this purpose. And, now, because I’m doing His will, I am perfectly content in this calling. We are all called to God’s purpose, we just need to listen and act. I am very blessed and thankful to be here, among fellow Christians and Christian musicians. This is a fun place to be, and I feel at home.
‘Helen’
‘Helen’
Gail Truchard, Office Manger
Mr. Peter Metcalf, Treasurer
Mr. Joshua Lengfellner, Parish Sexton
Josh joined the team as our parish Sexton in 2015.
Jessica West, St. Stephen's Pre-K Academy Director/Head Teacher of the 4 Year Old Class
Jessica West is the Director/Lead Teacher for the 3 & 4yr. olds. She has a BA in Public Relations from Marist College & MS in Elementary Education PK-6 from Old Dominion University. She is married and has 3 beautiful children Liam, Hannah, & Abigail. Some of her hobbies include teaching group exercise classes at the Bethlehem Y, singing in a worship band at her church, & boating with her family.
"I am very excited to have this opportunity in being your child's teacher, possibly even their first teacher ever. It is amazing how much children retain and understand at this stage of learning. I love teaching children and I always aim to provide a stimulating learning environment that is encouraging to them in their academic and faith journey!"
"I am very excited to have this opportunity in being your child's teacher, possibly even their first teacher ever. It is amazing how much children retain and understand at this stage of learning. I love teaching children and I always aim to provide a stimulating learning environment that is encouraging to them in their academic and faith journey!"
Karen Olewnick, St. Stephen's Pre-K Teacher of the 3 Year Old Class
Karen Olewnick has a BA in Communications and Arts Management from The State University College at Brockport. She is married and has two children. She enjoys the outdoors, exercising and shares her love of cooking & entertaining, with her own Pampered Chef Business. She is a Sunday School teacher at Bethlehem Community Church and volunteers weekly with The March of Dimes in the NICU at Albany Medical Center.
"I am excited to teach your children Christian values as they learn, explore and grow in
every magical way."
"I am excited to teach your children Christian values as they learn, explore and grow in
every magical way."
Alyce Cathon, St. Stephen's Pre-K Teacher of the 3/4 Year Old Class
Alyce Cathone has a BS in Elementary Education and Psychology from Houghton College and a MA in Early Childhood Education from Hofstra University. Over the years she has taught both preschool and kindergarten. Alyce is married and has three teenage daughters. She helps with Kids Church at Loudonville Community Church, enjoys reading, spending time with her family, and art projects.
"Helping your children discover & learn about the world, and its Creator, is both a joy and an honor!"
"Helping your children discover & learn about the world, and its Creator, is both a joy and an honor!"
Christine Nelson, St. Stephen's Pre-K Assistant Teacher
Chris Nelson has a B.A. in English, and has taken multiple classes in Early Childhood Education. Her first experience
in a Pre-K setting was in High School. She continued to work with children through college. She resumed when her youngest daughter, now 17, had started Pre-k herself. She has been with pre-schoolers ever since. Chris is married and has two daughters and enjoys traveling and flying with her husband, a Pilot. She also loves her volunteer work with The Mohawk Animal shelter.
"I thoroughly love working with pre-school children. I can't think of a better way for me to translate God's love than through nurturing and loving children."
in a Pre-K setting was in High School. She continued to work with children through college. She resumed when her youngest daughter, now 17, had started Pre-k herself. She has been with pre-schoolers ever since. Chris is married and has two daughters and enjoys traveling and flying with her husband, a Pilot. She also loves her volunteer work with The Mohawk Animal shelter.
"I thoroughly love working with pre-school children. I can't think of a better way for me to translate God's love than through nurturing and loving children."
Leslie DeFino, St. Stephen's Pre-K Assistant Teacher
Leslie DeFino has a BA in biology/cytotechnology from the College of St. Rose. She is married with three children, two of whom are attending St Stephens. She loves spending time with them outdoors and doing craft projects.
“I believe children are the greatest gift from God and I am thrilled to have the opportunity to watch their imaginations at work as they grow and learn about His creation.”
“I believe children are the greatest gift from God and I am thrilled to have the opportunity to watch their imaginations at work as they grow and learn about His creation.”
Melissa Volk, St. Stephen's Pre-K Assistant Teacher
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Melissa Volk has a BS in Education from SUNY Oswego. She is married with two children, Cameron and William. As a family, the Volks like to read books, watch movies, play outside, play board games and Just Dance Kids. Melissa enjoys exercising with Faithful Workouts, reading novels, and volunteering at church and at the boys' school.
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Maureen Bub, St. Stephen's Pre-K Assistant Teacher
Maureen Bub attended Hudson Valley Community College for Accounting. She is married and has five grown children. She does bookkeeping for her husband's business. She has had the honor and privilege of working as an assistant in a four year old class for the past eight years. She loves to read and spend time with her family.
"It has been a joy and a blessing to be a part of building into the lives of precious little ones!"
"It has been a joy and a blessing to be a part of building into the lives of precious little ones!"