Meet the Staff
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The Rev. Debra Kissinger, Interim Rector
Mother Debra was raised in Pottsville, Pennsylvania. Prior to her calling as a priest, she worked in marketing and money management fields. She has served as a priest since 1992, in a variety of roles, including ten years on staff in the Diocese of Indianapolis as the Canon for transition Ministry and Leadership Development. She has coached over 30 search committees, vestries, and congregations through the search/transition process. |
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The Rev. Deacon Patricia Benson, Deacon
Forty years ago, I came to St. Paul’s for a Search retreat and in the past decade I brought the younger two of my four kids here for Teens Encounter Christ retreat. Now I’m back as your deacon and look forward to getting to know you. I want to learn from you, hear about of St. Paul’s history and your vision of the future, and to walk with you as you follow God into that future. I became an “empty nester” in August of 2020 and decided to downsize and relocate to Duluth. |
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Rachael Kresha, Interim OrganistAlthough I am new to the St. Paul's community, I am a Duluth native and moved back to the shores of Lake Superior with my husband after graduate school. We have two children, a preschooler and a first grader. I am currently in my second year at United Theological Seminary and teach music in Duluth. During this pandemic, we have been so thankful for the beautiful trails and shoreline to explore safely with our little ones.
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Rita Rosenberger, SecretaryI've been a member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church since 2005, and I'm delighted to serve as Parish Secretary since August 2018. My husband David Barthel and I have been married 30 years, and we have two teenagers named Agnes and Ernie. Most of my free time is filled with children's activities and volunteering. I enjoy participating in Handbell Choir, Junior League of Duluth, and PEO. I'm also enthusiastic about Montessori education and volunteer with zeal for Many Rivers Montessori.
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Natalie Smith, TreasurerSince 2003, I have enjoyed being the treasurer of St. Paul’s. Prior to coming to St. Paul’s I had worked in private as well as public accounting. I love living in Duluth and take advantage of the opportunities to enjoy cultural events as well as the incredible natural beauty of this area. When I’m not keeping track of debits and credits, I’m busy skiing, reading, gardening, and spending time on the dock with my dog.
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