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Director of Operations & Administration
Alex Murchison
Vestry - Class of 2024, Senior Warden
While I am not eager to do so, this is what I see when I look in the mirror.
I was 12 years old when my father died, leaving my mother alone to raise two daughters and two sons. have few memories of my father, but many of his closest friends have often told me how admired and respected he was. My mother was a strong-willed woman who was active in St. James. My grandparents, aunts and uncles were also very active in the Church, which meant the Church became an integral part of family life and our maturation.
In high school, I attended South Kent School, an Episcopal private school in rural Connecticut. The lessons there went beyond the classroom, where one learned the value of honesty, integrity and the strength of community. I next went to University of the South, again a school founded in Episcopal ideals. I became disenchanted with schooling and came back to Wilmington to go to work, all the time knowing I would return one day to finish. Unfortunately I never did.
The smartest thing I did after leaving school was to marry Anne. That decision led to two wonderful children and six amazing grandchildren. Early on in my journey with Anne I briefly considered a life in the Episcopal ministry but together we decided I was not truly called to the commitment. I did nevertheless remain active at St. James. I was a Sunday school teacher, a lay reader, diocesan convention chairman and Junior warden on the Vestry. My greatest memory of Vestry work was as a young member I found myself admonishing the much older leaders of St. James for failing to remember that "forgiveness" was the most basic tenet of Christianity. To this day I can only believe that God gave me the strength to speak so boldly. I truly believe that moment helped shape the future of St. James for many years and perhaps to this day.
That is what I see. Now, let me try to imagine what God might see.
He would see a man who knows right from wrong. He would see a man who loves his family but holds his emotions inside. He would see a man who has compassion for others, particularly for those less fortunate. He would see a man who wants to help others, particularly those who are trying to help themselves but need a little boost. He would see a humble man with good intentions but often lacks the strength to carry through. He would see a man who needs frequent renewal through the Grace of the Holy Eucharist. He would see a man who wants a stronger relationship with Christ.
Let us Bless the Lord who forgives our sins.
Erin Becker
Director of Communications
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My background is a little unconventional but that has led me to be a more well-rounded marketer. I started out in undergrad as a Studio Art Major and a few years after graduation I decided to pursue my Masters in Business Administration. Once I had my MBA, I joined a regional commercial real estate firm as their Digital Marketing Associate then Marketing Director. Now, I’m excited to bring my experience to St. James Parish and start a new adventure with my husband here in Wilmington!
Financial Administrator
