THE VESTRY
Joanne Boyer | Senior Warden
Joanne joined Saint Andrew's in 1993. She has chaired a Rector Search Committee, served on multiple vestries, and on the Altar Guild for 20 years. She hopes to hear from parishioners about how we can enrichen the worship experience and spiritual growth for every member as they journey with Christ.
Dave Saul | Junior Warden
Dave is currently Junior Warden. He previously served seven years as treasurer and three years as assistant treasurer. He’s also served on a prior vestry. Dave is a cradle Episcopalian. He was baptized and confirmed at a church in Massachusetts where he also served as an acolyte and Sunday School Administrator. Dave’s spiritual journey at St. Andrews led him to group Bible study with Rev. Isaac Mwangi. He is seeking the joy of baptism of the Holy Spirit. For those who don’t know—Dave is also a “behind the scenes” Mr. Fix-It at St. Andrews.
Bill Cunningham
Bill found his way to St. Andrew’s after 40 years as a member of First Presbyterian Church in Lawton. Several family friends, including Dr. Charles and Betty Graybill
and Ginger Edens, who were members of St. Andrews touched his life long before
he became a member. Bill remembers a quote from a Presbyterian pastor who said whenever he vacationed he attended services at an Episcopal church. Bill says his guiding scripture is the Greatest Commandment, found in Mark 12:29-31. He also
says the Sanctus, when sung slowly brings him into meditation during the Holy Communion. Bill served as Senior Warden in 1996 and has served on several
vestries and other committees, including six years on the Church Property Committee.
Caroline Franco
James Lynn
James is a lifelong Episcopalian. He serves on the vestry and is the treasurer-designate. James is the “audio director” of the Sunday 10:15 service as he
operates the sound system. Although it was canceled in 2020 due to Covid--
James is also the long term coordinator of St. Andrew’s highly successful
“Shrove Tuesday” celebration. James is also known as a member who will
tackle whatever task it takes to serve St. Andrews and Christ.
Tom Love
Tom became an Episcopalian in 1965, after changing from the Lutheran
denomination. He found the Episcopal Church to be a non-judgmental faith
that only wishes to show the love of Christ to all. Tom became a member of St. Andrew’s in 1978 when he was assigned to Ft. Sill. He served in Episcopal churches around the world during his military career before returning to Lawton-Fort Sill in 1982. He has served on several vestries and at least one year as senior warden. Tom serves today as a Lay Eucharistic Minister. We are blessed that as part of his ministry he takes communion to members unable to attend.
Larry Neal
Larry’s Lawton roots run deep; a graduate of the University of Oklahoma, Larry returned home and purchased J.T. Neal Insurance Agency. Three years ago he
sold it to Insurica where he continues to work. With his wife Linda, Larry’s family,
now consisting of not only three children but also six grandchildren, have always
been active in church life. A few years ago the church they attended was at a crossroads in the direction it was going. Their previous church no longer aligned
with their beliefs. Knowing their struggle, several members of St. Andrew’s reached
out to support the family and invited them to attend a Sunday service. Many months later it became apparent that St. Andrews was where they belonged, and the Sacrament of Confirmation followed. Larry looks forward to supporting and participating in their new church home for many years to come.
Nan Mazza
Nan came to St. Andrews just before Fr. Shirey left so that was about 40 years ago.
She was raised in the Missouri Synod Lutheran Church and joined the Episcopal Church shortly after she married. Her husband was in the military and wherever they moved there was an Episcopal church service where she felt God’s love. Nan says one of her most rewarding experiences at St. Andrews was when she became part of the Stephen Ministry. Bringing love and care to hurting people was a passionate and fulfilling ministry for her--and one of self discovery as well. Nan has been involved
in many ministries at St. Andrews including the St. John’s feeding program and
Altar Guild.
