The Rev. Kris Opat, Priest-in-Charge
The Rev. Kris Opat (he/him) came to St. David’s in May 2012 and serves as the Priest-in-Charge. Kris grew up in Bethel Park and graduated from Grove City College in 2002 with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. He discerned a call to the priesthood while serving at a new church start in the city called Three Nails. He was ordained in 2008 following his graduation from Trinity Episcopal School for Ministry. He lives in the Sheraden neighborhood of Pittsburgh with his wife JoEllen Marsh and their menagerie. Before coming to St. David’s he served as the Associate Rector at St. Paul’s, Mt. Lebanon.
Jen Yoon, Children’s Ministry Director
Jen (she/her) has been a member of the St David’s community since moving to Pittsburgh from Dallas in 2006. Jen has worked with children and families as a Children’s Ministry Leader, and Pediatric Dietitian and Lactation Consultant for over 25 years. She also serves as Children’s Ministry coordinator for the Diocese of Pittsburgh. Jen lives in the Brookline neighborhood of Pittsburgh. She has 3 adult children and a dog, and enjoys gardening, hiking, yoga, and beekeeping.
Caylin Charrie, Children’s Ministry Assistant Director
Caylin (she/her) is serving as Children’s Ministry Assistant Director. Caylin found St. David’s when she was looking for a church where her young kids could feel welcomed and she could find a spiritual connection in community. Caylin was a public school teacher for about 10 years, but now works as a professor in teacher education at Washington & Jefferson and Pitt. Her for fun she loves to read, play card games, exercise + spend time in Deep Creek with her family.
Jim Overly, Music Director
Jim (he/him) joined the staff of St. David’s as Director of Music in July 2019 after coaching the praise band for the first 6 months of that year and came out as gay in October 2019 because he feels safe here. Anyone who plays an instrument and/or sings and is interested in helping to lead the congregation in praising God through music should talk to Jim to get involved.
Jill McGarrity, Financial Administrator
Jill is serving as our Financial Administrator.
Brandy Hamrick, Interim Preschool Director
Brandy is serving as our Preschool’s Director. She, her husband Mikel, and two sons moved to Peters in 2015. Her boys both graduated from St. David’s Preschool. She graduated with a double major in Business Management and Marketing. She was also a teacher assistant for 5 years with the preschool before stepping into the role of director. During her free time she enjoys reading, watching movies, walking, and spending time with her friends and family.
Melissa Germain, Office Administrator
Melissa (she/her) is serving as our Office Administrator. She grew up in Connecticut, and lived in Western North Carolina, where she worked as an English teacher. She and her family moved to Peters in 2010 and have been members of St. David’s since 2016, with all three children attending the preschool program. She has a Bachelors in English Education and a Masters in Library Science. Melissa is also a teacher’s assistant with the preschool. She feels blessed to be a part of the St. David’s family and community. When she’s not busy with her children and work, she enjoys reading, singing, dancing, and being outside.
Pete Losi, Sexton
Pete is father of three beautiful daughters. He and his wife Laura worship at Christ Community of the South Hills and loves working for St David’s. As Sexton he works with the staff to maintain a safe and clean building and grounds.
