Parish Leadership
St. James' Parish Leadership
The Venerable Jim Sandilands
Rector of St. James & Archdeacon of Mohawk
Jim is the Rector of St. James. He's spent many years in parish ministry and in hospital chaplaincy, and has a warm presence that allows people to feel immediately comfortable talking to him. Passionate about music, he's a gifted jazz bassist both at St. James (in monthly Jazz Vespers services) and in gigs elsewhere. In addition to serving as Rector, Jim is the Chaplain to Dundas branch 36 of the Royal Canadian Legion. He's also the Archdeacon of Mohawk Region, for the Diocese of Niagara.
The Reverend Bill Mous
Associate Priest
Bill is the Associate Priest of St. James. Bill's passion for liturgy and justice, along with a commitment to pastoral care, and christian formation are hallmarks of his ministry amonst us. He also shares his gifts beyond our parish serving as a member of General Synod, as Chair of our diocesan Greening committee and volunteering with Youth Synod and the Youth Leadership Training Program.
Margaret Koblyk
Parish Secretary
Margaret, our parish secretary, greatly enjoys working with everyone at
St. James, from the clergy, volunteers, and all members of our congregation.
She's often the first point of contact for people visiting or phoning
the church, and her smile goes a long way to make visitors feel welcome.
Erika Massimi
Children & Family Ministry Coordinator
Erika Massimi is a licensed Science and Religious Education teacher who has taught both locally and abroad (Guatemala, Cambodia, Vietnam) for a number of years helping students deepen their understanding of the Christian faith. She holds a Bachelors of Science Honours degree in Biology and Psychology as well as a Bachelor of Religious Education and a Bachelors degree in Education. Erika is committed to creating a safe and fun learning environment where children and their families can ask questions, explore the many answers, and discover what it means to be a Christian in such a diverse world.
Zachary
Windus
Director of Music: Organist & Choir Director
Zachary Windus earned a combined Honours BA in Music and Physical Geography at McMaster University, where he studied with fellow countertenor Richard Cunningham. Zachary performs regularly with the Baroque ensemble Arcady, and has received the organization’s highest award for musical achievement. He is also a member of the Grand River Chorus where he is active as a chorister and soloist. Zachary recently spent two seasons as Assistant Director of the McMaster University Choir, and was the Concert Coordinator for the School of the Arts at McMaster for a year. Besides his position at St. James, he also serves as Associate Organist at Holy Rosary Roman Catholic Church in Burlington. An active composer, Zachary won the Guelph Chamber Choir’s 2007 National Composition Competition with his setting of “O Magnum Mysterium.”
The
Reverend Deacon Rob Roi
Parish Deacon
Jill
Regoeczi, Tom Atterton, Garth Hattersley & Marilyn Robbins
Parish Wardens
David
Ricketts, Barb Busing & Kate Smyth
Lay Delegates to Diocesan Synod
The Reverend
Canon David Linn, the Reverend Canon David Long & the Reverend Gale
Macaulay-Newcombe
Honourary Assistants