Diocesan Staff

The Rt. Rev. Dr. Justin S. Holcomb

The Diocese of Central Florida staff is dedicated to supporting the spiritual, pastoral, and administrative needs of our clergy and congregations. Through roles spanning diocesan leadership, clergy care, communications, finance, and ministry development, our team exists for the churches, for the gospel. Together, we serve our clergy and lay leaders, foster connection across the diocese, and advance the mission of the Church.

Office of the Bishop

Office of the Canon to the Ordinary

The Rev. Canon Dr. Dan E. Smith

Canon to the Ordinary

Adria Northern

Executive Assistant to the Canon to the Ordinary

The Rev. Canon Ellis Brust

Canon for Clergy in Transition

Office of the Chief of Staff

Canon Sarah Caprani

Chief of Staff

Irene Safier

Administrative Assistant

Finance & Admin

Roman Franklin

Chief Financial Officer & Diocesan Administrator

Beverly Jennings

Administrative Assistant

Lourdes Thrash

Financial Controller

Archdeacons

Youth Ministry Coordinators

The Rev. Kevin Bartle

Youth Ministry Coordinator

The Rev. Garcia Barnswell-Schmidt

Youth Ministry Coordinator

The Rev. Jared Jones

Youth Ministry Coordinator

Communications

Erik Guzman

Director of Communications

Leadership Development

Marilyn Lang

Leadership Development Coordinator