Greg Syler became the first rector of Resurrection Parish in 2021 – when Patuxent Parish (Ascension) and William & Mary Parish (St. George’s) merged. In 2007, he was called to be the rector of St. George’s and, in 2017, of Ascension. He also serves as Priest-in-Charge of All Saints Episcopal Church in Avenue, MD. He has an M.Div. from the University of Chicago, and studied at the Virginia Theological Seminary. Greg serves our community in a number of ways, as Coordinator for Circles St. Mary’s County, a poverty alleviation system being developed with St. Mary’s DSS, and on the boards of Hope for St. Mary’s, Feed St. Mary’s, Bay Montessori School, Three Oaks Center and the Literacy Council of St. Mary’s. In The Episcopal Church and Diocese of Washington, Greg has served as Deputy to General Convention, on Standing Committee, Diocesan Council, Constitution & Canons Committee, Bishop’s Search Committee and as Dean of the Southern Maryland region. He lives in Valley Lee with his family.

Marty Eldredge was called to serve as Deacon at Ascension & St. George’s in the fall of 2018, following her ordination. She has a passion for food-related ministries that look closely at hunger and food scarcity in the area. Deacon Marty has a love for our acolytes and lay liturgical leaders. She and her husband, Paul, were married in 1965, and together they raised 3 children in Illinois. They have 6 grandchildren. Marty and Paul moved to Southern Maryland 20 years ago. Among the many other things, they enjoy sailing together. Deacon Marty has a passion for training and riding horses.

Joan was ordained in the Diocese of Washington in September 2018. She has served in congregations in Prince George’s and Charles County before Resurrection Parish. She became an Episcopalian 30 years ago at Church of the Ascension where she served on many Lay Ministries. She has a Master’s Degree in Business and Interpersonal Communications, and retired from the Department of the Navy in 2008. Joan is an advocate of Palliative and Hospice Care and is a trained End-of-Life Doula. Joan and her husband, Ron have two daughters, three grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. She resides in La Plata, MD.

Kimberly Robinson is Ascension & St. George’s Parish Administrator, seamlessly managing the ‘business side’ of our common life from the church office in Valley Lee. Originally from Michigan, Kimberly studied administrative technology and worked in the non-profit sector in Michigan and Kentucky before she and her family moved to St. Mary’s County. She enjoys cooking, making homemade dog treats, weekend road trips, and volunteering.  

Janeen Shane recently moved to St. Mary’s County with her husband, David. She is originally from the Seattle area, where she grew up serving in ministry with her family. With a background in contemporary and gospel worship music, she is most passionate about creating music that makes room for diverse and inviting worship. From 2018-2021, Janeen lived in Istanbul and Antalya, Türkiye as a student. She learned Turkish and Farsi and worked fostering cross-cultural relationships. Janeen’s passion is for language and cultural acquisition. She received her BA in Linguistic/Cultural Anthropology, and is excited to pursue a career in ministry. Janeen feels blessed to join the Parish as a worship leader and joining the congregation in Spirit led worship.