Meet Our Staff
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Rev. Caitlin Deyerle- Pastor
Caitlin and her husband James joined our community in the fall of 2013. A graduate of Rice University and Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary, Caitlin was ordained in 2011 and served as a resident at Second Presbyterian Church in Indianapolis, IN for two years. On her day off you can find her outdoors with her dog Molly or catching up on her favorite podcasts This American Life and RadioLab. During the week you can find her in the church office planning worship, in a hospital visiting church members, or at a coffee shop preparing her weekly sermon. |
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Dr. Enikő Ferenczy- Pastoral Assistant
Enikő joined Southminster in September 2012. She holds a chemical engineering degree from the University of Babeș-Bolyai in Cluj, Romania, and is a graduate of Union Presbyterian Seminary where she has served as the International Student Advisor. She has recently finished her PhD dissertation, Beyond Borders: Toward a Migration-Conscious Theology of Mission for the Reformed Church in Hungary. Enikő graduated from Union Presbyterian Seminary on June 3, 2017 with her Doctor of Philosophy degree. Enikő worked as Program Coordinator for an MA in Missiology program at the Protestant Institute for Mission Studies, as well as set up and coordinated a Refugee Integration Program within the Reformed Church in Hungary, based in Budapest. She is pursuing ordination in the Presbytery of James. Enikő loves exploring the intersection of faith and public life both in her ministry and personal life. Having spent significant time in Israel/Palestine as a PC(USA) Young Adult Volunteer, and later as a participant in WCC's Ecumenical Accompaniment Programme for Palestine and Israel (EAPPI), she is a passionate advocate for peace and reconciliation in the region, and is happy to share about her experiences both through workshops and personal conversations. Outside her church and seminary commitments, you'll find her enjoying nature and exploring fun cultural events in Richmond like First Fridays. |
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Joni Ervine- Office Manager
Joni Ervine took over as Office Manager in March 2014. Prior to joining the Southminster staff, she spent several years in corporate real estate. She also served a five-year stint on the administrative staff of a synagogue. Joni attended Hollins University, graduating in 1999 with a B.A. in History and a minor in Sociology. During her time at Hollins, she was active in the Religious Life Association and was a student manager at the Hollins Riding Center for three years. Outside of work, Joni’s interests include creative writing, reading, and genealogy. |
Kimberly Ryan - Director of Music
Kimberly has been teaching and performing in Richmond for over 15 years. She is the director of Vocal Music and Orchestra at Trinity Episcopal School, where she is building a new program that currently consists of 2 choirs and a chamber string orchestra. She also runs a Suzuki Violin and Viola studio in her home, with students ranging in age from 3 to 18. She served for 5 years as alto section leader at First Presbyterian Church, where she was also the director of Praise Kids, the kindergarten through 2nd grade children’s choir.
A seasoned performer, Kimberly can frequently be found playing viola with professional ensembles around Richmond, including the Richmond Symphony Orchestra and her string quartet, Rosette. Her musical training started at a young age and continued at VCU where she earned a Bachelor of Music Education focusing on violin and voice, and then Cleveland Institute of Music, where she was a graduate student studying viola performance. She has a deep passion for music, teaching, and worship, and feels honored and excited to join the community at Southminster Presbyterian! In her free time, Kimberly loves practicing yoga, reading, and spending time with her niece and nephew.
Kimberly has been teaching and performing in Richmond for over 15 years. She is the director of Vocal Music and Orchestra at Trinity Episcopal School, where she is building a new program that currently consists of 2 choirs and a chamber string orchestra. She also runs a Suzuki Violin and Viola studio in her home, with students ranging in age from 3 to 18. She served for 5 years as alto section leader at First Presbyterian Church, where she was also the director of Praise Kids, the kindergarten through 2nd grade children’s choir.
A seasoned performer, Kimberly can frequently be found playing viola with professional ensembles around Richmond, including the Richmond Symphony Orchestra and her string quartet, Rosette. Her musical training started at a young age and continued at VCU where she earned a Bachelor of Music Education focusing on violin and voice, and then Cleveland Institute of Music, where she was a graduate student studying viola performance. She has a deep passion for music, teaching, and worship, and feels honored and excited to join the community at Southminster Presbyterian! In her free time, Kimberly loves practicing yoga, reading, and spending time with her niece and nephew.
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Cameron Moore - Accompanist
Cameron was the primary pianist in two jazz bands during high school, one for Collegiate High School and the other for a VCU High School Jazz program. He also served as the primary accompanist for the St. Michael’s Episcopal School choir and the A.M. Davis Elementary School choir. Currently, he is the primary accompanist for the West End Assembly of God vocal program, and teaches piano students. |
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Katie Thomison - Seminary Intern
Katie Rose Thomison is completing her third and final year of the Masters of Divinity program at Union Presbyterian Seminary. She is from Bowling Green, KY, attended Centre College, and worked at Montreat Conference Center in North Carolina before finding a home in Richmond. Through an internship in Baltimore last summer, she has grown further passionate and gained experience in community organizing and missions. |