About Us

"To Know Christ and Make Him Known"

OUR VISION

At St. James Episcopal Church, we believe that by sharing God's love and serving the community, we can make a positive impact on the world.

Our vision is to be a major presence in transforming our greater community. As
living witnesses to the Gospel, we reach out to all of God’s people to understand their concerns, serve their needs, and spread His word

WHAT WE DO

We offer a variety of programs and events for people of all ages to deepen their faith and connect with others in the community.

From Bible studies and prayer groups to community service projects and social events, there is something for everyone at St. James Episcopal Church.

OUR COMMUNITY

St. James Episcopal Church is not just a place of worship, but a community of people who care for one another.

We welcome everyone and strive to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where everyone can feel at home.

Meet the Clergy

Our clergy play a crucial role in guiding and supporting our community. They dedicate themselves to spiritual guidance, offering wisdom, compassion, and pastoral care to those they serve. They lead our worship services, provide counseling, and act as a source of comfort and guidance during life's challenges. Through their knowledge, empathy, and commitment, our clergy members serve as pillars of strength, fostering spiritual growth and connection within our congregation.

Rector

The Rev. Fr. Roy Allison

A native of St. Petersburg, FL, Fr. Roy graduated from Eckerd College in St. Petersburg with his B.A. in Business and a minor in Religion. He served in the U.S. Air Force, where was trained in morse code and a foreign language, and served as a SIGINT Multimode Signal Interceptor for DOD-Joint Operations Command at RAF Chicksands, UK, intercepting voice, morse and computer communications, including support of Operation Desert Storm. After being honorably discharged from the Air Force, Fr. Roy worked as both an EMT in Tampa, and for Caremark/Coram home health infusion pharmacy. It was during this time that he met his wife, Marcia, who worked at the same company. Fr. Roy was the Director of Operations for several adult and pediatric home health infusion pharmacies and medical equipment companies covering the state of Florida and the SE for 17 years. He and Marcia were both very active in Cursillo, youth ministry and foreign mission prior to Fr. Roy accepting the call to ordained ministry in 2009. Fr. Roy graduated cum laude with a M.Div. from Nashotah House Theological Seminary in 2012. Fr. Roy served as the Priest Assistant at St. Mary's in Bonita Springs, FL, as the Rector of St. Mark's in Tampa, FL, and was called to be the Rector of St. James in October, 2017. Fr. Roy and Dcn. Marcia have two grown daughters; the eldest lives in Morganton, NC, and the youngest lives in Oconomowoc, WI. Fr. Roy enjoys spending time on his boat and fishing, riding his Harley, and fun outings in his Jeep as the "Jeep Priest".

Deacon

The Rev. Marcia Allison

Deacon Marcia has been a member of St. James since October 2017 and was ordained to the Diaconate October 2021. She serves St. James in foreign mission opportunities, local outreach, and pastoral care needs. She is on the Executive Board for Family Renew Community, a local faith based organization that provides stable housing to working families in Volusia County. In her personal life, she works full-time as a nurse manager for clinical policies. Her passion is iconography and some of her work is shared in the chapel and sanctuary for an enhanced worship experience. She has commissioned pieces in 7 countries and throughout the United States. Other examples of her work can be viewed on her website gallery page.

Meet the Staff

Our staff play a vital role in the day to day operations of the church. They work together to create an inclusive environment for all church members.

Director of Music

Quinn Moss

Quinn Moss, a native of Ormond Beach, enjoys sharing his love of music with others and uplifting people through song in worship. A classically trained pianist, Quinn earned his Bachelor of Music degree from Stetson University, where he also studied organ with Dr. Boyd Jones. He then went on to study at Georgia Southern University, where he earned his Master of Music degree. From there, he went to experience big city life in Washington, D. C. as a church music director, organist, piano accompanist, and piano instructor. After living there for four years, he decided to move back to his home state. He is excited to be back in his hometown, to grow the music program at St. James, and to build new relationships in the parish.

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Director of Youth and Families

Asti "Tuck" Tucker

Asti goes by “Tuck”, and has extensive experience working with youth and running programs. A graduate of Mainland High School and Daytona State College, Tuck has been engaged in conditioning and coaching sports, specifically basketball, and has been a substitute teacher at Spruce Creek High School in Daytona Beach, and SE Bullock High School in Bulloch, GA. Tuck also has experience as an event organizer with the City of Daytona Beach, and has been a mentorship instructor for the Dr. Phillips YMCA Center in Orlando. Tuck is engaging, high energy, and a great organizer and communicator.

Data and Website Assistant

Erin Tollison

Erin Tollison is also a native of Ormond Beach, FL. She graduated from the University of North Florida where she earned her Bachelor of Arts in English, with a Minor in Communication. She is also a registered pharmacy technician at Walgreens. In her free time, she enjoys thrifting, traveling, the great outdoors, and spending time with friends and family.

Audio / Visual Tech

Keegan Stidder

Keegan, a Daytona beach native, is studying music production at Daytona State College. As an audio technician and aspiring classical pianist, he is equally passionate about both the technical and musical aspects of his work. Keegan plans to continue his education in classical piano studies to deepen his expertise.

Bookkeeper

Kim Harrison

Meet the Vestry

Our Vestry is a group of elected lay leaders who work with the rector or priest to manage the affairs of the church. They are responsible for the financial management of the church, as well as the maintenance of the church building and grounds. The vestry also plays a role in decision-making for the church, including the hiring of staff and the development of programs and ministries.