Bishop Gretchen was consecrated as the ninth bishop of Spokane in 2017, previously serving as priest in Lewiston, Idaho. She brings a passion for Christian formation and proclaiming God’s inclusive love to her ministry as the head of the Episcopal Church in Eastern Washington and Northern Idaho. Bishop Gretchen received theological degrees at the Episcopal General Seminary in New York and Wesley Seminary. Earlier on, she was a professor of organic chemistry and served the community as an EMT + firefighter.

Jonathan began his leadership of St. Stephen’s community in Fall 2023, having previously co-led the West Central Abbey. Jonathan Myers+ is Midwest born and bred. He studied and was ordained in Seattle, and opened a brewery in Ashville, North Carolina before being called to Spokane. At heart, Jonathan is a community builder who is committed to developing partnerships to improve the lives of his neighbors, whether it is serving meals, reimagining liturgy, or working for justice and peace. Reach out to Jonathan at

jonathan@ststephens-spokane.com

After 24 years as a critical care nurse in Michigan, Deacon Elaine and her husband, Tom, moved to Spokane.  She is passionate about serving in pastoral care ministry here and has done so since 1992. Deacon Elaine was ordained as a Deacon in 2012. She enjoys skiing, traveling, walking our dog, and reading, but mostly serving the community as a Deacon.

Alayna spent four years as a college campus minister and two years working in higher education before starting at St. Stephens in the spring of 2024. Her favorite thing is to create spaces where people can encounter Jesus. Her other favorite things include taking walks in the forest, working on house projects, and eating good food with friends. Reach out to Alayna at alayna@ststephens-spokane.com

Christian grew up in Deer Park and started to play piano for church services at the age of 9, only a year after starting lessons. In the spring of 2022, he received his Bachelor’s in Piano Performance and in Musical Theatre from Eastern Washington University and is currently accompanying and music directing locally. Christian has two cats, many house plants, and is very blessed to be collaborating with partner Logan.

A native of Coeur d’Alene, ID, Logan is an accomplished classical vocalist and director. He has performed as a recital soloist and in opera choruses, with repertoire ranging from Puccini to Britten. Logan received his Bachelor of Arts in Music from Austin College in Sherman, TX, and has studied under Andrea Olsen, Wayne Crannell, and Scott Rednour. In addition to music ministry at St. Stephen’s, Logan directs Lilac City Voices, a mixed barbershop ensemble in Spokane Valley.