Clergy and Staff
The Rev. Jamie L. Edwards, Rector
Mother Jamie has been Rector of St. Clement's since November 1, 2009. A native of Louisiana, Jamie has a BA in philosophy from LSU, a Master of Divinity from Duke, and a Master of Sacred Theology from The General Theological Seminary in New York City. She has been living and serving in the Triad since 1994. She shares her home with her husband, Bo, and her son Brian, when he is home on breaks. Jamie has a love of animals and currently has 2 dogs, cats, a couple of foster cats (so if you're looking to adopt a kitty - let her know!). She volunteers with a local group that takes care of feeding and getting medical treatment for a feral cat colony. Jamie enjoys photography, travel, and watching sports. In the fall you will hear her yell, "Geaux Tigers!" and "Geaux Saints!" In the winter and early spring, it's "Go Duke!"
The Rev. Matthew T. Phillips, Associate Rector
Matthew is an ordained transitional deacon in the Episcopal Diocese of North Carolina in the discernment process to be ordained a priest. He is passionate about liturgy and formation as contexts for pastoral care. As bivocational clergy, Matthew also works as a professor at Wake Forest, where he teaches courses in law and ethics to undergraduate and graduate students. He has previously served as associate provost, associate dean, and president of the school's faculty senate and his international discipline organization. A lifelong resident of North Carolina, Matthew has a BA in religion and economics from Wake Forest, a master of divinity from Duke, and a juris doctor from Wake Forest. He completed a unit of clinical pastoral education at UNC Hospitals and has done additional academic work as part of his extensive volunteer work with the U.S. Air Force Auxiliary. He lives in Davie County with his wife, Heather, and their two children.
The Rev. Mark Davidson, Deacon
A Deacon of the Episcopal Diocese of North Carolina, Mark is a cradle Episcopalian and lifelong Christian seeker. He retired from a career with the North Carolina State Highway Patrol in January of 2013 and shortly thereafter began a journey toward discernment of a call to the vocational diaconate. Originally from the District of Columbia, Mark is a long time resident of Forsyth County, he is married to Sherry and they have two adult children, Mark Jr. and Joan. In addition to serving at St. Clement’s, Mark can frequently be found serving in his diaconal social ministry to the incarcerated; seeking to bring Christ’s loving presence to those in the jails and prisons of our area.
Linda, Office Manager
Linda has been our Office Manager since October 2004. She has two adult sons (and two wonderful daughter-in-laws) and one adorable grandson! She loves all animals, especially her dog, and strives to be a good steward and advocate for ALL of God's creations. Linda and her husband spend time together playing pickleball, game nights with friends, walking & hiking, time with family, and hitting the road in their camper spring, summer, & fall.
John Farmer, Director of Music
John’s musical background began in his youth where music was an important part of his family’s daily life. While in high school, John studied organ, piano, french horn, and cello. He also attended advanced musical composition classes at Rollins College in Winter Park, Florida before continuing his formal organ training at the Music Conservatory of Stetson University under the direction of Dr. Paul Jenkins. The decision to become an organ builder came while he was in college. This led him to begin his apprenticeship with Fritz Noack of Massachusetts in 1970. In the following decade, he worked as a journeyman builder with Mr. Noack, Bozeman-Gibson & Co. in New Hampshire, and John Brombaugh & Associates in Oregon. In 1979, he moved to Winston Salem, North Carolina and established his own company, J. Allen Farmer, Inc. Pipe Organ Builders.
John lives with his wife, Kristin Gronning Farmer, a church musician, organ recitalist and liturgical artist. They are members of St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church, Winston-Salem where John served as a chorister for 20 years. He is a member of the Organ Historical Society, the American Guild of Organists, the American Institute of Organ Builders, and the International Society of Organ Builders.
St. Clement's Episcopal Church
Clemmons, NC
