2026 Vestry Nominees & Diocesan Convention Delegates
VOTING REQUIREMENTS
“Qualified voters at Parish Meetings shall be confirmed persons in good standing of the Parish eighteen (18) years of age or older.” (Diocese of Dallas, Canon 13.2) Each member is entitled to one vote on each matter submitted to a vote at a meeting of the members. Voting by proxy is prohibited. “Each confirmed member present who has attained the age of 18 will be entitled to one vote on each matter submitted to a vote at a meeting of the members. Voting by proxy is prohibited.” (Bylaws, Section 3.08)
2026 Vestry Nominees
REQUIREMENTS FOR VESTRY CANDIDATES
“To be eligible as a member of the Vestry, one must be at least eighteen (18) years of age, a confirmed communicant in good standing of the Church in that Parish, and a financial contributor of record for at least one (1) year before the election takes place.” (Diocese of Dallas, Canon 14.10)
Kim Dearman
Kim Dearman is married to Craig and has attended St. John’s for 3 years, primarily at the 9:15 a.m. service.
How have you grown in your relationship with Jesus Christ in the past year?
I have grown in Christ by coming to know more deeply that He is more magnificent, more powerful, and more loving than I could ever have imagined.
This realization calls me to live in obedience—to surrender my will to His and to trust in His greater purpose. My desire is to allow Christ to be revealed through my words, my actions, and my love for others.
What part of the mission statement stands out for you?
I have a servant’s heart and therefore, the “serve East Dallas and the world” stands out. I believe through service we will nurture faith, inspire hope and grow in love. I love serving St. John’s, East Dallas and the world.
What gifts, experience, or strengths would you bring to your service on the Vestry?
As a lawyer with over 30 years of legal experience, I bring a deep understanding of the complex issues in the life of the church. I bring a lifetime of service. I have served on the Vestry of my home church in Mississippi. I have remained engaged in nonprofit leadership. I don’t just offer ideas—I roll up my sleeves and get involved. Whether leading events here at St John’s or being a member/volunteer, I commit fully to the work at hand.
Debbie Euziere
Debbie is married to Pat and has attended St. John’s for 29 years. She primarily attends the 11:00 a.m. service.
How have you grown in your relationship with Jesus Christ in the past year?
The past year has been a busy one for our family. I have increased my prayer life, always first with thanks for my many blessings followed by requests for myself and others. Prayer really does work!!
What part of the mission statement stands out for you?
“Growing in love as we worship God” is where I thrive, followed closely by “Nurturing faith”. I love St. John’s and want others to find the joy and peace that we find in this parish. I invite friends and family to come worship with us all the time. It is very important in my mind for the faith to be nurtured, especially in our youth. They are our future.
What gifts, experience, or strengths would you bring to your service on the Vestry?
I am a faithful and loyal parishioner and am passionate about St. John’s. I am involved in several ministries and have been consistently throughout the years. I serve as an Altar Guild captain, team leader on the Sandwich Program, a member of the Intercessory Prayer team, and with the Fellowship team at special events and funeral receptions. I believe my communication and leadership skills would be beneficial.
Keri Honea
Keri is married to Sean, has been active at St. John’s for 13 years. With sons Gabe and Zach, she attends the 9:15 a.m. service.
How have you grown in your relationship with Jesus Christ in the past year?
My relationship has grown as I’ve become more involved with the Church. I found after I started being an Usher, I was looking for more ways to grow in the Church and serve. My next step has been joining the Altar Guild.
What part of the mission statement stands out for you?
“Nurturing faith” stands out for me the most as I’ve witnessed a decline in Christianity over the last 10-20 years in the community and the world. I’ve tried to nurture faith in my home, which is where it starts, so they can take that faith and share it with their communities and outward.
What gifts, experience, or strengths would you bring to your service on the Vestry?
My greatest strength (and probably a weakness) is my honesty. I will be honest, sometimes overly honest, in my service on the Vestry, which will also mean I’ll want the Vestry to be as transparent to the congregation as possible.
Matthew Reinhart
Matthew is married to Brannen. With children Henry, Oliver, and Grace, they have been attending St. John’s for 6 years, primarily at the 9:15 a.m. service.
How have you grown in your relationship with Jesus Christ in the past year?
Over the past year, I’ve deepened my relationship with Jesus Christ through a renewed commitment to regular prayer, active participation in Christian education classes, and personal Bible study. I’ve also become more engaged in worship by serving as an usher and by striving to be more present and intentional in living out His teachings each day.
What part of the mission statement stands out for you?
The service part of St. John’s mission statement resonates most with me. I believe that through serving others, we embody the love of Christ, and that faith, hope, worship, and discipleship naturally grow from this outward expression of God’s grace.
What gifts, experience, or strengths would you bring to your service on the Vestry?
I’ve been fortunate to serve in leadership roles across energy, supply chain, real estate, and law. Having previously served on the St. John’s Vestry and as chair of the Stewardship Committee, I understand both the responsibilities and the blessings. As a parent of two current and one former St. John’s Episcopal School students, I would also bring a family-centered perspective to support the parish’s ongoing commitment.
David Reed
David and his wife Michelle have attended St. John’s for more than 3 decades. They primarily attend the Wednesday evening Eucharist.
How have you grown in your relationship with Jesus Christ in the past year?
I have spent the year gaining more knowledge to better under Jesus Christ and what it means to be a better Christian.
What part of the mission statement stands out for you?
“Inspiring hope”!
What gifts, experience, or strengths would you bring to your service on the Vestry?
I once served as Junior Warden. I have the knowledge on how things work. I will always make the church and parish my number one priority. Plus, I am the original Mr. Wonderful.
Kendall Way
Kendall is married to Russell and they have been attending St. John’s for over a year, primarily the 9:15 a.m. service.
How have you grown in your relationship with Jesus Christ in the past year?
This past year, I have grown closer to Christ through regular prayer, study, and serving others. My faith has deepened as I’ve sought to live out Christ’s love in daily life and within our church community.
What part of the mission statement stands out for you?
“Inspiring hope” stands out to me. I believe hope is essential for our church and community, and I am passionate about sharing encouragement and support with others as we serve together.
What gifts, experience, or strengths would you bring to your service on the Vestry?
I bring strong organizational skills, a collaborative spirit, commitment to service, a young perspective, and a love for the church as this church has been a part of mine and my family life growing up. My experience in leadership and my love for our church equip me to contribute thoughtfully and faithfully to the Vestry or as a delegate.
2026
Diocesan Convention Delegate Biographies
Charlie Badgett
Charlie has attended St. John’s for 10 years, and he primarily attends the 8:00 a.m. service.
How have you grown in your relationship with Jesus Christ in the past year?
It has been an outstanding year, highlighted by following the footsteps of St. Paul through Greece and Ephesus with Fr. Houk and company. After a really tough year last year, my walk has intensified, more study, more prayer, more time with my church family. It all works together.
What part of the mission statement stands out for you?
“Growing in love” pops out. If there is an 11th commandment it is ‘love one another as I have loved you.’ It has always been about love.
What gifts, experience, or strengths would you bring to your service as a Convention Delegate?
I was serving on Vestry when we came up with the mission statement. I have been an usher, lector, and camping fella.
Garry Brown
Garry is married to Susan and they have attended St. John’s for 39 years, primarily the 11:00 a.m. service.
How have you grown in your relationship with Jesus Christ in the past year?
I am consistent in bible study, prayer, and worship.
What part of the mission statement stands out for you?
“Making disciples” – we foster the introduction and growth of a relationship with Christ through school outreach, Christian education, etc.
What gifts, experience, or strengths would you bring to your service as a Convention Delegate?
I have served several terms on vestry, been both junior and senior warden, served on the Diocesan Executive Committee, and as stewardship chair, worship chair, LEM & Subdeacon, Sunday School Teacher, Sandwich Ministry worker, Narrative Budget chair, and Mutual Ministry Review Chair.
Emily Dewees
Emily is married to Fr. Herb and has been at St. John’s for 14 years. She attends the 11:00 a.m. Eucharist.
How have you grown in your relationship with Jesus Christ in the past year?
I want Jesus to be my King and first in my life. I struggle with many distractions, but He is faithful and helps me when I come to Him. I am grateful for the Scriptures, the Book of Common Prayer to help me focus on the Lord and sense His presence.
What part of the mission statement stands out for you?
I love all of it especially “growing in love.” Praying that the Lord teach to love in the power of the Holy Spirit. Our world needs hope and the gospel. I want to serve Jesus my King by sharing His words with those who don’t know Him.
What gifts, experience, or strengths would you bring to your service as a Convention Delegate?
Gifts of help and mercy, sixty years of worshiping and serving in five churches, attending and praying for evangelism events and diocesan conventions and serving as a delegate in 2023. I want to learn what God is calling our new bishop and our diocese to do for His glory.
Doug Dunsavage
Doug and his children Kemp and Hillam primarily attend the 11:00 a.m. Eucharist, having been at St. John’s for 6 years.
How have you grown in your relationship with Jesus Christ in the past year?
This year, I’ve grown through deeper prayer, study, and learning to trust God more fully in both personal and professional challenges. Christ’s presence has become a steadier source of peace and guidance in my life.
What part of the mission statement stands out for you?
“Growing in love” stands out most. In a fractured world, the witness of a loving and grounded church community is so powerful and important to me and my children. I strive to be part of that reflection.
What gifts, experience, or strengths would you bring to your service as a Convention Delegate?
I bring experience in public policy, leadership, and advocacy, as well as a heart for connection and service. I value collaboration, listen well, and seek to honor both truth and grace in group settings. I would be honored to represent our church at the convention, if I am chosen.
Bob Hilton
Bob is married to Kathi and has been a member of St. John’s for 4 years. The Hiltons primarily attend the 11:00 a.m. Eucharist.
How have you grown in your relationship with Jesus Christ in the past year?
I’ve developed a habit of reading and meditating on the Bible to grasp a better understanding of Jesus’ teachings.
What part of the mission statement stands out for you?
To bring the unchurched closer to God and to support their journey.
What gifts, experience, or strengths would you bring to your service as a Convention Delegate?
I have been a delegate at several parishes and a sergeant at arms for 5 years.
Mike Judd
Mike is married to Teresa and has been attending St. John’s for 9 years, primarily at the 11:00 a.m. service.
How have you grown in your relationship with Jesus Christ in the past year?
I’m growing bolder in my faith and in my witness for Christ and give a great deal of credit to the 9:00 a.m. Men’s Bible Study for challenging me to grow and expand outside my spiritual comfort zone. Time is precious and every moment counts as we advance His kingdom here on earth.
What part of the mission statement stands out for you?
The “Serving East Dallas” portion of that mission statement is what stands out for me. We are called to serve others and advance Christ’s earthly kingdom. Participating as a delegate to Diocesan convention is a great example of such service.
What gifts, experience, or strengths would you bring to your service as a Convention Delegate?
As a convention delegate, I would apply my strength as a servant-leader to support St. John’s parishioners in diocesan matters. I would represent the concerns and needs of our parish to the best of my abilities and to build bridges with others while at the convention.
Susie Kiraly
Susie is married to Bill and has attended St. John’s for 45 years. They primarily attend the 11:00 a.m. Eucharist.
How have you grown in your relationship with Jesus Christ in the past year?
I attend 2-3 times a week our online offering of Morning Prayer. Each day attending starts my day out peaceful thanking God for all that I/we have. I open my heart to receive what HE gives me. I follow HIS path and invite others from our church to attend and I like to see who’s in attendance.
What part of the mission statement stands out for you?
“Serve East Dallas and the world.” St. John’s has been partners with Genesis Women’s Shelter since 1987, White Rock Center of Hope started in 1988. The parish has done can good drives, clothing drives all to help the clients of WRCH. I’ve been active in both since they started as an outreach for St. John’s.
What gifts, experience, or strengths would you bring to your service as a Convention Delegate?
These are changing times for our Diocese. I am loyal to St. Johns—I’ve served on the Vestry/Jr. Warden, taught Sunday School, been a EYC (youth group) sponsor twice, & member of the Altar Guild for 30 years- 2 times as the Directress. I have the willingness to serve and represent our parish when called upon & sharing the information of the convention to our parish.
Jane Mayo
Jane is married to Tom and have been members of St. John’s for 37 years. They attend the 8:00 a.m. Eucharist.
How have you grown in your relationship with Jesus Christ in the past year?
I’ve grown by listening more purposefully in worship services, Bible study, Daughters of the King, and interactions with elementary-aged Sunday School students. St. John’s is blessed by offering so many opportunities to learn and grow in faith.
What part of the mission statement stands out for you?
“Growing in love as we worship God” is what guides us in all areas of Christian life.
What gifts, experience, or strengths would you bring to your service as a Convention Delegate?
I was a classroom teacher at St. John’s Episcopal School for many years and a Sunday school teacher in every church we have joined. My three sons grew up at St. John’s. Representing St. John’s this past year as a convention delegate has been an honor.
Jay Patterson
Jay has attended St. John’s for over 40 years. With his wife, Ellen, he primarily attends the 11:00 a.m. Eucharist.
How have you grown in your relationship with Jesus Christ in the past year?
My faith is growing. I am being nudged closer and closer to God.
What part of the mission statement stands out for you?
“Growing in love as we worship God.”
What gifts, experience, or strengths would you bring to your service as a Convention Delegate?
I have served as a convention delegate, Senior Warden, Vestry member, delegate to General Convention, member of the Executive Council, member of the Standing Committee, stewardship chair and as leader of our Sunday Bible study.
Lon Williams
Lon is married to Judy. They have been parish members for nearly 40 years and attend the 8:00 a.m. Eucharist.
How have you grown in your relationship with Jesus Christ in the past year?
Christ has continued to provide me with a peace that, indeed, passes all understanding.
What part of the mission statement stands out for you?
Striving to grow the recognition of St. John’s Episcopal Church as a leading presence in the East Dallas community.
What gifts, experience, or strengths would you bring to your service as a Convention Delegate?
As St. John’s current Chancellor and as a former senior warden, I believe my experiences place me in a good position to represent the parish before the Diocese.