Meet Our Dedicated Clergy & Leadership Team
We're blessed to have you join our faith community at St. Alban's. Our diverse team of spiritual guides looks forward to walking alongside you on your journey, each bringing unique gifts and a shared passion for Christ's love.
The Rev. Lainie Allen
Rector
In 2024, Mother Lainie joined us from Oregon, where she served as both Rector at St. Matthew's Episcopal Church and University Chaplain. Ordained in the Diocese of Texas, this Arizona native brings over 20 years of experience from across the country. She holds degrees from Point Loma and SMU and has special training in Spiritual Direction and Faith Formation.
She's passionate about contemplative practices and helping others discover God's love, drawing from her diverse experience as a Board Certified Chaplain in hospice, hospital, and university settings.
On the personal side, Lainie+ has been married to Daniel for 43 years. They have two daughters, a son-in-law, and three grandsons all living in Portland. When not serving others, she nurtures her soul through hiking, biking, music, films, books, and good wine. Her next adventure? Possibly Flamenco dancing!
The Rev. William Forrest
Associate Rector
Father Bill grew up near Chicago before earning his degree from Church Divinity School of the Pacific in 1972. Ordained as a priest in 1973, his ministry has taken him to parishes in Arizona, Wyoming, Minnesota, and Wisconsin before retiring in 2005.
In his free time, he enjoys playing folk music on his guitar. His wife Julia worked for the Diocese of Arizona from 1992-2005. Together they have four children and five grandchildren.
Mother Mary White
Affiliate Priest
Mother Deby Adinolfi
Affiliate Priest
Deby's faith is rooted in the Order of Julian of Norwich and Celtic spirituality. Currently affiliated with St. Alban's, her previous roles include Assistant Rector in Phoenix and Rector near Atlanta.
She uniquely combines her priestly ministry and paralegal skills as a Tribal Liaison for Wireless Policy Group, bridging corporate America and Native American tribes.
A Cambridge graduate, Deby enjoys photography, knitting, baking, and outdoor activities to appreciate God's creation.
The Rev. Glenda Empsall
Deacon
Ordained as a Deacon in 2014, Glenda serves at St. Luke's in Coeur d'Alene, ID, and is licensed in the Diocese of AZ. She's delighted to join St. Alban's worship team.
A geologist by training (University of AZ), she met her husband, John, in the field. They split their time between Idaho and Tucson and have two sons, two daughters-in-law, three grandchildren, and furry grand-pets.
After 46+ years and various careers, Glenda cherishes two titles most: Deacon and Nana.
The Rev. David Powell
Deacon
Newly ordained in the Episcopal Diocese of Arizona, David serves as Deacon at St. Alban's. His ministry is guided by his baptismal vows and Matthew 20:28: "The Son of Man came not to be served, but to serve," committing his gifts to Christ and the world.
David centers his work on the Eucharist while extending pastoral care through hospital and hospice visits, companionship, healthcare advocacy, and bringing Christ's presence to those in need.
His approach follows the shape of the CROSS: growing UPWARD in worship, forming INWARD in faith, and moving OUTWARD in service—embodying Christ's mission through the Gospel.
David looks forward to connecting as we journey together toward eternity with God.
The Rev. Daniel Wilmoth
Deacon
The Reverend Deacon Dan Wilmoth holds degrees from the University of Arizona and Texas A&M. After 30 years in the USAF (retiring as Colonel) and further civilian service, he completed 47 years with the Defense Department.
Ordained in 2013, he chaired Virginia's Episcopal Disaster Response Team and served at Goodwin House. Dan and Mary approach their 44th anniversary and have three grown children.
He enjoys reading, conversation, air shows, and aircraft art while maintaining deep devotion to family and faith.
Parish Staff
Scott Jones
Interim Director of Music and Organist
Colleen Fabel Epstein
Director of St. Alban’s Preschool
Kristen Flocco
Parish Administrator
& Bookkeeper
Karl Trader
Administrative Assistant
& Registrar
Sonny Bertschinger
Interim Website Administrator
Isaac Hamilton
Sexton
Our dedicated team supports our mission through worship coordination, administration, facilities management, and program leadership.
Each member brings unique gifts and a shared commitment to creating our welcoming community.
We're here to assist you and help you connect with all St. Alban's has to offer.
Shannon Casey
Handbell Choir Director
Parish Leadership
Each parish in the Arizona Diocese is led by both clergy and a vestry of elected lay members. The rector serves as the spiritual leader while reporting to both the vestry and the diocese. The rector and vestry collaborate to guide the church's mission, manage its resources, and nurture its community.
Bill Barlow (Jr. Warden), Tom Sarama, Mother Lainie Allen, Laura Kemp, Ed Morton (Treasurer), Jessica Field, Lynette Patton, (front row) Dottie Lewis, Randy Trimble, Creston King (Sr. Warden), Tricia Owen, (not pictured | Lynn Brinckerhoff)