For our final interview in the 2023 edition of “Getting to Know the Church” we heard from our new Parish Administrator, Elizabeth Munzert. The position of Parish Administrator includes so many responsibilities and is truly at the center of the church’s day-to-day operations. Elizabeth has brought joy to her new position, and we are grateful for her willingness to step into such a vital role! She answered a few questions to help us get to know her more.
What brought you to ASC and how did you find yourself in this new position?
My husband Kim, and I did some research on Anglicanism and thought we would give All Saints' Church a try. The liturgy was familiar to us because we were both raised in the Catholic Church as children, but it was Father Scott's preaching that made us return week after week. As to how I found myself in my new position, it was decidedly the hand of the Lord. Early this year the Lord impressed on me that He had something for me this year. I had no idea what that meant. A few weeks later I learned my position at work would be phased out by the end of 2023. After much, much prayer I spoke with Father Scott and Desiree about applying for the position. I think this is what the Lord was preparing me for in January.
Where did you first get plugged in at All Saints’ Church?
My husband, Kim, and I began serving at the Monthly Food Giveaways several months after we first started attending. We started by helping on Thursdays with sorting the food, then we moved into helping on Saturday mornings at the actual giveaways. We served as bagging buddies, worked at the food tables, and now serve as greeters. It was the perfect way to serve the community and get to know others in the church.
What does your day-to-day look like as Parish Administrator?
Every day is a new adventure! I've learned there is no such thing as a typical day because the needs, requests, and requirements are quite varied.
What's been the most unexpected thing about this position?
The most unexpected thing is how much I've had to learn about HVAC, fire panels, backflow, lighting, and other physical plant matters very quickly. This job is not just computers and keyboards.
What has been the highlight so far about working at a church?
Easy question. I've never worked with so many truly kind, helpful people (and I've had the good fortune to work with many fine people).
What is your hope for All Saints' Church in the coming year?
My hope would be that we would all pray to know what God's plan and vision is for All Saints' and work together moving forward toward whatever that plan is. My other hope would be that people who have not really been involved in an area of ministry at All Saints' would volunteer to do one thing in 2024. If many people just do one thing, so much could be accomplished.
What are you currently reading?
I am currently reading Mere Christianity (again) by C.S. Lewis, A Severed Wasp by Madeleine L'Engle, The Good and Beautiful God (for the Christian Ed class on Sundays) by James Bryan Smith, and actually quite a few other books which are in the book piles on my bedside table and dresser.
What is your favorite part of the Bible to study/read?
My three favorite books are Isaiah, Psalms, and Philippians.
How can we pray for you?
However you feel led by the Lord. He knows better than I do.