Mr. Justin Smith
Aspirant For Holy Orders
Justin came to St. Mary’s in August 2016 with an extensive background in liturgical ceremonies. As a former Roman Catholic, he received his formal education while being a novice in the Canons Regular of St. John Cantius, a religious order in Chicago IL.
For 10 years at St. Mary’s, Justin has had the important role of assisting the with liturgical planning as well as training, scheduling and coordinating members of the altar party. He oversaw the execution of liturgical acts and gestures within the ceremonies during our services, by guiding, cuing and instructing. In addition to these activities, he oversaw the inventory, organization and maintenance of the liturgical instruments and vestments in the sacristy. This includes coordinating parish clean up days, brass polishing and the seasonal decorating. Justin is currently at the stage of his diocesan discernment process which involves sharing his talents while placed at another parish church.
In addition to these roles, Justin was the part-time Communications Director here at St. Mary's. He helped with the weekly newsletter, management of the social media platforms and maintenance of the church website. He oversaw all production of digital media content, graphic design and other publications for our church in creative and innovative ways.
Justin recently completed a degree in higher education, with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and Communications. He currently has aspirations to pursue ordained ministry. Additionally, he is the parish administrator at St. Thomas Episcopal Church in Overland Park, KS. Previously, Justin worked in Floral Design for 10 years, owning an event company. And he also comes from a long background in healthcare.
In his free time, he enjoys quality conversation with friends and family, being in nature and doing home renovation projects and other DIY work.
For 10 years at St. Mary’s, Justin has had the important role of assisting the with liturgical planning as well as training, scheduling and coordinating members of the altar party. He oversaw the execution of liturgical acts and gestures within the ceremonies during our services, by guiding, cuing and instructing. In addition to these activities, he oversaw the inventory, organization and maintenance of the liturgical instruments and vestments in the sacristy. This includes coordinating parish clean up days, brass polishing and the seasonal decorating. Justin is currently at the stage of his diocesan discernment process which involves sharing his talents while placed at another parish church.
In addition to these roles, Justin was the part-time Communications Director here at St. Mary's. He helped with the weekly newsletter, management of the social media platforms and maintenance of the church website. He oversaw all production of digital media content, graphic design and other publications for our church in creative and innovative ways.
Justin recently completed a degree in higher education, with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and Communications. He currently has aspirations to pursue ordained ministry. Additionally, he is the parish administrator at St. Thomas Episcopal Church in Overland Park, KS. Previously, Justin worked in Floral Design for 10 years, owning an event company. And he also comes from a long background in healthcare.
In his free time, he enjoys quality conversation with friends and family, being in nature and doing home renovation projects and other DIY work.