Clergy/staff
The Rev. Peter W. Mayer
Rector
(410) 974-0200
peter@st-margarets.org
Peter W. Mayer is the 46th rector of St. Margaret's Church. He previosuly served as rector of Emmanuel Episcopal Church in Cumberland, Rhode Island before beginning his ministry here in October of 2010. After graduating from Virginia Theological Seminary in 2001, he served as associate rector at St. John's Episcopal Chuch, Lafayette Square in Washington, D.C. While in Rhode Island, he chaired the Diocesan Commission on Congregational Development. Currently in the Diocese of Maryland, he serves on a task force charged with allocation review. Husband to Allison and father to Sarah and Allen, Peter is an avid golfer and a follower of the 2011 Stanley Cup Champion Boston Bruins.
Rector
(410) 974-0200
peter@st-margarets.org
Peter W. Mayer is the 46th rector of St. Margaret's Church. He previosuly served as rector of Emmanuel Episcopal Church in Cumberland, Rhode Island before beginning his ministry here in October of 2010. After graduating from Virginia Theological Seminary in 2001, he served as associate rector at St. John's Episcopal Chuch, Lafayette Square in Washington, D.C. While in Rhode Island, he chaired the Diocesan Commission on Congregational Development. Currently in the Diocese of Maryland, he serves on a task force charged with allocation review. Husband to Allison and father to Sarah and Allen, Peter is an avid golfer and a follower of the 2011 Stanley Cup Champion Boston Bruins.
The Rev. Dr. Henrietta Wiley
Interim Associate Rector
(410) 974-0200
The Rev. Dr, Henrietta (Retta) Wiley is Associate Professor of Sacred Scripture at Notre Dame of Maryland University. She earned her PhD from Harvard University, attended seminary at Pacific School of Religion in Berkeley, and graduated college at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. She has served as a an assisting priest at the Cathedral of the Incarnation and as a supply priest in several parishes around the Diocese of Maryland. Dr. Wiley has published work on the book of Judges, the religion of ancient Israel, and ancient Near Eastern mythology and ritual. To her own surprise is currently now working on a feminist theology of Wonder Woman. Raised in New York City, Rhetta has lived for ten years in Baltimore with her wife Mary Sykes and their beautiful cat Tuxedo. She is grateful for the opportunity to be part of the community of St. Margaret's this year.
Interim Associate Rector
(410) 974-0200
The Rev. Dr, Henrietta (Retta) Wiley is Associate Professor of Sacred Scripture at Notre Dame of Maryland University. She earned her PhD from Harvard University, attended seminary at Pacific School of Religion in Berkeley, and graduated college at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. She has served as a an assisting priest at the Cathedral of the Incarnation and as a supply priest in several parishes around the Diocese of Maryland. Dr. Wiley has published work on the book of Judges, the religion of ancient Israel, and ancient Near Eastern mythology and ritual. To her own surprise is currently now working on a feminist theology of Wonder Woman. Raised in New York City, Rhetta has lived for ten years in Baltimore with her wife Mary Sykes and their beautiful cat Tuxedo. She is grateful for the opportunity to be part of the community of St. Margaret's this year.
Elizabeth Radley
Director of Operations
(410) 974-0200 X19
elizabeth@st-margarets.org
Elizabeth and her family are newcomers to Maryland having moved here from Georgia in 2014. A desire to be closer to her sister and have their children grow up together is what motivated them to make the move. Elizabeth holds a degree in Philosophy with a concentration in Religious Studies and Business Ethics.
Most of her career has been spent in public service working for various state and county agencies with a focus on fostering community involvement, organizational development, facility management, volunteer services, budgeting and program development. Elizabeth has been a member of several community agency board of directors including ArtWorks Gwinnett, Gwinnett Council on Aging, Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission Health and Wellness Initiative and is actively working to support Welcoming Schools and Anti-Bullying curriculum in Queen Anne’s County Schools. A young son keeps her family active and involved in supporting parks and recreation youth sports and appreciating volunteer coaches! Elizabeth enjoys spending time with family and friends, reading, kayaking and sharing a cup of coffee and engaging conversation.
Director of Operations
(410) 974-0200 X19
elizabeth@st-margarets.org
Elizabeth and her family are newcomers to Maryland having moved here from Georgia in 2014. A desire to be closer to her sister and have their children grow up together is what motivated them to make the move. Elizabeth holds a degree in Philosophy with a concentration in Religious Studies and Business Ethics.
Most of her career has been spent in public service working for various state and county agencies with a focus on fostering community involvement, organizational development, facility management, volunteer services, budgeting and program development. Elizabeth has been a member of several community agency board of directors including ArtWorks Gwinnett, Gwinnett Council on Aging, Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission Health and Wellness Initiative and is actively working to support Welcoming Schools and Anti-Bullying curriculum in Queen Anne’s County Schools. A young son keeps her family active and involved in supporting parks and recreation youth sports and appreciating volunteer coaches! Elizabeth enjoys spending time with family and friends, reading, kayaking and sharing a cup of coffee and engaging conversation.
Jeff Conover
Youth Ministry Leader
Area of Focus: Programming for Youth
(410) 974-0200
jeff@st-margarets.org
Jeff and his family have been parishioners at St. Margaret’s since 2001. He retired from the Army as a Military Intelligence officer after 20 years of active duty that saw him deployed extensively in East Asia, Central Europe, and South America. After retirement, Jeff helped start an intelligence consulting firm which he left in 2013 to pursue a Master’s Degree at St. John’s College in Annapolis, and he received his MA in May 2016. As a member of St. Margaret’s he has been a Vestry member, a Sunday School teacher and a mentor to the older youth. As Youth Ministries Coordinator, Jeff is responsible for the formation of grades 6-12, and the Youth Group. Jeff currently resides on the Broadneck Peninsula with his wife Alice (who is very active in the St. Margaret’s music program), and their dog Lucy and cat Tasha (who are not active in the music program).
Youth Ministry Leader
Area of Focus: Programming for Youth
(410) 974-0200
jeff@st-margarets.org
Jeff and his family have been parishioners at St. Margaret’s since 2001. He retired from the Army as a Military Intelligence officer after 20 years of active duty that saw him deployed extensively in East Asia, Central Europe, and South America. After retirement, Jeff helped start an intelligence consulting firm which he left in 2013 to pursue a Master’s Degree at St. John’s College in Annapolis, and he received his MA in May 2016. As a member of St. Margaret’s he has been a Vestry member, a Sunday School teacher and a mentor to the older youth. As Youth Ministries Coordinator, Jeff is responsible for the formation of grades 6-12, and the Youth Group. Jeff currently resides on the Broadneck Peninsula with his wife Alice (who is very active in the St. Margaret’s music program), and their dog Lucy and cat Tasha (who are not active in the music program).
Laura Tayman
Print and Digital Editor
Area of Focus: Communications & Publications
(410) 974-0200
laura@st-margarets.org
Laura is an Arkansas native and grew up as the daughter of a well-known journalist. She graduated from college as a music major and taught elementary school music for a year before moving into the area of education and public information with the Arkansas Governor's Office. She moved to Washington in 1992 and served as the Public Information Officer for the National Education Goals Panel and later moved over to the White House. She met her husband Mike, a local band and orchestra director from Maryland, and stayed "up north," busily raising daughter Anna and son Joey. Laura previously published a community magazine and website called Suburban Scene in Crofton and also served as a community news reporter for the Capital for several years. Before joining our staff, Laura was the editor of Broadneck Patch.
Print and Digital Editor
Area of Focus: Communications & Publications
(410) 974-0200
laura@st-margarets.org
Laura is an Arkansas native and grew up as the daughter of a well-known journalist. She graduated from college as a music major and taught elementary school music for a year before moving into the area of education and public information with the Arkansas Governor's Office. She moved to Washington in 1992 and served as the Public Information Officer for the National Education Goals Panel and later moved over to the White House. She met her husband Mike, a local band and orchestra director from Maryland, and stayed "up north," busily raising daughter Anna and son Joey. Laura previously published a community magazine and website called Suburban Scene in Crofton and also served as a community news reporter for the Capital for several years. Before joining our staff, Laura was the editor of Broadneck Patch.
Harriet Newquist
Bookkeeper
Area of Focus: Accounting
(410) 974-0200
office@st-margarets.org
Office Days - Monday & Thursday
Harriet Newquist is the Bookkeeper at St. Margaret's as well as the Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay. Her education is in Business Administration and Business Law. Before joining the Alliance, Harriet worked for an International Energy Company and a sailing retail company. When she is not working at the Alliance, Harriet is an enthusiastic community volunteer. She supports the local children’s Arts Program as an assistant, volunteers at her grandchildren’s school, and is an active member at Eastport United Methodist Church. Harriet’s memories of growing up around the Chesapeake Bay include day trips to the beaches in search of sea glass, fossils, sea shells, and enjoying all that the water has to offer; crabbing, fishing, boating, picnics and swimming. She currently resides in Annapolis with her husband Tom and their dog Ace.
Bookkeeper
Area of Focus: Accounting
(410) 974-0200
office@st-margarets.org
Office Days - Monday & Thursday
Harriet Newquist is the Bookkeeper at St. Margaret's as well as the Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay. Her education is in Business Administration and Business Law. Before joining the Alliance, Harriet worked for an International Energy Company and a sailing retail company. When she is not working at the Alliance, Harriet is an enthusiastic community volunteer. She supports the local children’s Arts Program as an assistant, volunteers at her grandchildren’s school, and is an active member at Eastport United Methodist Church. Harriet’s memories of growing up around the Chesapeake Bay include day trips to the beaches in search of sea glass, fossils, sea shells, and enjoying all that the water has to offer; crabbing, fishing, boating, picnics and swimming. She currently resides in Annapolis with her husband Tom and their dog Ace.
Tricia McVeigh
Day School Director
(410) 757-2333
tricia@st-margarets.org
Tricia comes to St. Margaret’s with over 20 years of experience in the public and private fields of education. Having received her Bachelor’s degree in Education at Virginia Tech, she has continued her education and has her certification both in elementary and early childhood education. She sat on many school-based site committees and worked closely with curriculum development and adoptions for several state programs. In addition, Tricia has written and taught curriculum for pre-k and kindergarten classes. She has also started up and led many Girl Scout troops over the years. When not in the classroom, Tricia has kept up her skills through a private tutoring business.
Day School Director
(410) 757-2333
tricia@st-margarets.org
Tricia comes to St. Margaret’s with over 20 years of experience in the public and private fields of education. Having received her Bachelor’s degree in Education at Virginia Tech, she has continued her education and has her certification both in elementary and early childhood education. She sat on many school-based site committees and worked closely with curriculum development and adoptions for several state programs. In addition, Tricia has written and taught curriculum for pre-k and kindergarten classes. She has also started up and led many Girl Scout troops over the years. When not in the classroom, Tricia has kept up her skills through a private tutoring business.
Elizabeth (Izzy) Winn
Grants Administrator
(410) 974-0200
missions@st-margarets.org
A cradle Episcopalian and a native of Cleveland Heights, Ohio, Izzy joined St.Margaret’s with her husband Mike and their twins when they came to Annapolis in 1987. Her Skidmore College studio art degree pumped her creative juices, and since she has worked in home furnishings retail marketing, non-profit development, retail printing and endless community endeavors. She also paints and exhibits her works. Izzy has served our Episcopal Diocese of Maryland in numerous ways including: twice the VP of diocesan council under Bishop Ihloff; the lay leader of the Maryland Team that took the Cursillo program to Ghana; a lay representative to Diocese of Tokyo for our Companion Relationship; coordinator of three diocesan pilgrimages to the Holy Land; and Diocesan leader for the Claggett Center Capital Campaign. She has served on the St. Margaret's vestry, edited the Spire publication, graduated the Education for Ministry program, and since 1998, has been the Administrator of the St. Margaret’s Endowment Grants program.
Grants Administrator
(410) 974-0200
missions@st-margarets.org
A cradle Episcopalian and a native of Cleveland Heights, Ohio, Izzy joined St.Margaret’s with her husband Mike and their twins when they came to Annapolis in 1987. Her Skidmore College studio art degree pumped her creative juices, and since she has worked in home furnishings retail marketing, non-profit development, retail printing and endless community endeavors. She also paints and exhibits her works. Izzy has served our Episcopal Diocese of Maryland in numerous ways including: twice the VP of diocesan council under Bishop Ihloff; the lay leader of the Maryland Team that took the Cursillo program to Ghana; a lay representative to Diocese of Tokyo for our Companion Relationship; coordinator of three diocesan pilgrimages to the Holy Land; and Diocesan leader for the Claggett Center Capital Campaign. She has served on the St. Margaret's vestry, edited the Spire publication, graduated the Education for Ministry program, and since 1998, has been the Administrator of the St. Margaret’s Endowment Grants program.
Judy Hall
Churchyard Administrator
(410) 974-0200
churchyard@st-margarets.org
Judy Hall has been attending St. Margaret’s Church since 1986 when she and her young family moved to Cape St. Claire. She has taught Sunday school and was head chef for the Monday night Acolytes dinner when her children were young. She worked with the church's archives project for 2 ½ yrs gathering information on all the gifts and memorials given to the church over the many years. Now she helps with organizing the parish's Relay for Life and Winter Relief efforts. She is a member of the Women’s Guild and organizes the church's Holiday Bazaar. She also does the shopping for the parish's Sunday morning coffee hour, and makes sure the pantry and linen closets are full of clean linens and plenty of supplies. As the new Churchyard Administrator, she is compiling a database of all who are buried or cremated in the churchyard and arranges for the upkeep of the cemetery and columbium grounds. She also volunteers in the administration office frequently.
Churchyard Administrator
(410) 974-0200
churchyard@st-margarets.org
Judy Hall has been attending St. Margaret’s Church since 1986 when she and her young family moved to Cape St. Claire. She has taught Sunday school and was head chef for the Monday night Acolytes dinner when her children were young. She worked with the church's archives project for 2 ½ yrs gathering information on all the gifts and memorials given to the church over the many years. Now she helps with organizing the parish's Relay for Life and Winter Relief efforts. She is a member of the Women’s Guild and organizes the church's Holiday Bazaar. She also does the shopping for the parish's Sunday morning coffee hour, and makes sure the pantry and linen closets are full of clean linens and plenty of supplies. As the new Churchyard Administrator, she is compiling a database of all who are buried or cremated in the churchyard and arranges for the upkeep of the cemetery and columbium grounds. She also volunteers in the administration office frequently.
