Meet Our Parish Ministry Team
The Vestry is the elected lay leadership of St. James parish. Its members, chosen by the congregation, work alongside the rector to guide our mission, oversee finances and property, and support the life of the parish.
The rector chairs vestry meetings but is not a member of the vestry.
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Rev. Lewis D. Crusoe
Rector
Fr. Lew serves as Rector of St. James Episcopal Church. After earlier formation in the Roman Catholic seminary, he joined the Episcopal Church and was ordained to the priesthood in January 2016. He treasures the close-knit spirit of parish life in northern Michigan and is committed to preaching, pastoral care, and welcoming all who seek a spiritual home. He also serves on a number of diocesan committees and boards.
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Cynthia V. Gezon
Senior Warden
Cindy Gezon serves as Senior Warden of the vestry. She is also our Digital Minister, overseeing the broadcast that makes it possible to livestream all our parish liturgies, and is a member of the Altar Guild. A lifelong Episcopalian, Cindy has been part of St. James for nearly 25 years. She is a longtime resident of Cheboygan and works as Special Events Coordinator at the UAW Black Lake Conference Center in Onaway.
Serving through 2027
Mark Halvorsen
Junior Warden
Mark holds degrees in geology, chemistry, and theology/counseling, and is a retired licensed social worker. He joined St. James in 2022 after a long career in mental health, including work with TCM Counseling Services, Mercy Hospital in Muskegon, and EUP Mental Health. Mark currently serves as Junior Warden on the Vestry and is chair of the Stewardship Committee of the Vestry.
Serving through 2026
Corey Cooper
Like many Episcopalians, Corey has worked in education, health, and social services, and he currently serves with Up North Prevention, educating youth and the public on substance misuse prevention. He and his wife Jessica joined St. James in 2023, and Corey was baptized and confirmed in 2024. He is apprenticing in digital ministry and expects to be licensed as a worship leader in 2025.
Serving through 2027
Sue Bronson
Sue is a Registered Nurse at McLaren Behavioral Health in Cheboygan. She has also worked with Medilodge of Cheboygan, McLaren Health Management Group, and McLaren Home Care as a CWOCN. A member of St. James since 2003, Sue serves as Clerk of the Vestry (Secretary) and is a licensed Worship Leader in the Episcopal Church. She values the parish’s open and welcoming spirit.
Serving through 2026
Becky Mohlé
Becky is a graduate of Michigan State University with a degree in Public Policy and Analysis. She has worked as a pharmacy technician and a seasonal park ranger. Becky was received into the Episcopal Church in 2023. Deeply committed to service, Becky has volunteered with Habitat for Humanity, the Salvation Army, and local mental health organizations. She is a member of the Stewardship Committee.
Serving through 2026
R. Dale Landes
Dale taught at Cheboygan High School for most of his career and later substituted in Cheboygan and Gaylord. He and his wife Gloria grew up in the Mennonite tradition and began attending St. James around 2000. Together they served in literacy missions in Bolivia and Nicaragua, volunteered with the Red Cross, and assisted after Hurricane Katrina. Dale enjoys serving as a lector and hopes to be involved in community and global outreach.
Serving through 2027
Becky Easter
Becky works at the local Hallmark shop and volunteers with 4-H youth programs. She serves on the Liturgical Environment Subcommittee of the Worship and Spiritual Life Committee, coordinating the seasonal decorations that enrich our sanctuary for worship. Though shy about the many ways she gives of herself, Becky’s quiet generosity is felt in the shared life of St. James.
Serving through 2027