Today we are joined by the Rev. Cathy Zappa, Interim Rector of Christ Church. Cathy comes to us from The Cathedral of St. Philip in Atlanta, where she has served as Canon for Liturgy and Pastoral Care for ten years. Cathy enjoys teaching in multiple settings and styles, working with volunteers and guilds, mentoring staff members, and leading ministry training.

At the Cathedral, she was instrumental in expanding pastoral care through new community partnerships and support groups, including off-site worship services. She has deep experience in both homeless and prison ministry.

Cathy is originally from Atlanta and has received degrees in English and German from the Universities of Georgia and Texas, as well as a Master of Arts in German Literature from the University of Texas Austin and Master of Divinity from the Candler School of Theology at Emory University.

She and her husband are recent "empty nesters" with a child in college and two recent graduates. For many years, she has had a family home in Savannah and is familiar with the area. Cathy enjoys running, walking her dog, and doing jigsaw puzzles.

It's also important to note that we have posted a call for a new Director of Children, Youth and Family Ministries to fill some of Helen White's many roles. A big thank you to Savannah Young, who has been coordinating Children's church during this interim period.

About 6 months after we settle into this interim phase, we will commission a Search Committee. This phase will include writing a Parish Profile and doing the actual search. The entire process will likely take 12-18 months, and we will continue to provide updates throughout the process.