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PRIEST

Rev. Dr. Greg Wilde

Fr. Greg grew up in the Lutheran Church in Minnesota and met his wife, Janice (our Music Director) while studying at Wheaton College, where the two of them were members of Concert Choir. For twenty-seven years, in addition to pursuing further education, Fr. Greg was a building contractor specializing in finish car-pentry, stonework, and design. Beginning in 2003 he also taught graduate students at the R.E.Webber Institute for Worship Studies, where he was professor of the history, theology and spirituality of Christian worship for twenty-two years, retir-ing in 2025. Fr. Wilde loves the outdoors, fishing, canoeing, camping, hunting, as well as working with wood and stone, reading and writing, and making music. He and Jan have two grown children, two grandchildren, and spend a fair amount of time and energy rehabbing the older homes in which they liv

OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR

Priscilla Arsenault

TREASURER

Ann Wilt

Ann Wilt is a life-long Episcopalian, coming to St. Michael’s in 1991 when her husband was reassigned to Scott AFB with the USAF. She is originally from New Jersey, moving with her husband during his military career to such places as NC, TX,NJ, and Germany attending Episcopal churches in all those locations. Ann has been active in many positions at St. Michael’s, but primarily as Treasurer, working with the Finance chairmen, counters and others interested in the finances at St. Michael’s. In addition, she is currently the head of Outreach projects, especially our participation in the Christmas Angel Tree and the summer Community Feed My Lambs program, providing lunches to school-age children during summer vacations. Ann has also served on the Bishop’s Committee also as Bishop’s Warden and assisted in the Fundraising efforts throughout the years. She was Treasurer when St. Michael’s was built in 2000 and spearheaded the effort to finish our lower level in 2007. She is married to Nelson Wilt, and they live near the church in O’Fallon.

 OUR BISHOP'S COMMITTEE

 SENIOR WARDEN

Nelson (Nels) Wilt

Nels has been attending St Michael’s since he moved to the in area in August 1991with his wife, Ann, and son, John.  On active duty at that time with the US Air Force as a staff officer at HQ Air Mobility Command at Scott AFB, he soon became involved with various church activities. St Michael’s at that time held its worship services and had office space at Faith Lutheran church on HWY 50 in O’Fallon.  He was a volunteer on the joint property committee and played on the joint volleyball and softball teams, including serving as a coach.  He also sang in the choir and served on the Bishop’s Committee from 1995 to 1998, including a position as Senior Warden for two years. In addition, he participated as a member of the search committee to bring a full-time priest onboard. He and Ann, along with two other couples, also served as youth group leaders. 

St Michael’s has remained an integral part of his life following the construction and move into the current building in 2001.  He has served continuously on the property committee, sings in the small but mighty choir, assisted regularly with hospitality, participated in several outreach programs, including Feed My Lambs and support for the local food bank, and assisted with various fund-raising events.  This has included the annual Shrove Tuesday Pancake event, which he co-chaired for several years.  He also has served periodically on the Bishop’s Committee and recently was selected by the Priest-in-Charge to be Senior Warden.     

JUNIOR WARDEN 

Dennis Amos

Retired Air Force and DOD Civilian Financial Services Budget Manager, MBA in Managerial Accounting.  I have been an Episcopalian since 2003.

Mrs. Stacey G. Coleman-Braggs

Mrs. Stacey G. Coleman-Braggs, member of St. Michael’s Episcopal Church, is passionate about fostering a welcoming, vibrant and inclusive community.

Originally from Trotwood Ohio, Stacey grew up attending Christ Episcopal Church Xenia, Ohio, St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church in Dayton, Ohio and later St. Margaret’s Episcopal Church in Trotwood, Ohio.

While attending St. Margaret’s Episcopal Church in Trotwood, Ohio, Stacey served in various capacities, including Vestry, Episcopal Church Women (ECW), Sunday schoolteacher, volunteer coordinator for activities and events, Choir member, Young Hearts Ministry, Usher, and Verger.

Stacey is known for her strong organizational and community outreach skills, innovative ability to connect with people, and is dedicated to serving the church's needs and furthering its mission. Her passions include supporting veterans/veteran services, addressing the needs of the unhoused, mental health, addiction and disability services.

Outside of her involvement at church, Stacey enjoys volunteering by facilitating Life Skills Groups at The Joseph Center Transitional Housing for Veterans (East St. Louis, IL), spending time with family in Ohio, especially with her 3 grandchildren- Ariah, Cameron, Morgan; gardening, baking, crafting and up-cycling (making ottomans). She is married to Leland C. Braggs and is mother to Aaron C. Coleman (Englewood, OH) Marissa G. Coleman (Henderson, NV), and stepmother to Essence Braggs-Williams (Richland, WA.) and Arielle Braggs (Atlanta, GA).

“Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters... It is the Lord Christ you are serving" (Colossians 3:23-24, NIV).

William(Bill) Dusenbery

I am retired from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville and after 10 years in the Navy, a few other jobs in the electronics related fields, this may explain why I am currently the church's web host and all around IT guy. Other interests include  membership on my credit union board and president of my amateur radio club.   I have also worked in volunteer organizations with prison ministry and outreach to seniors as well as members of the military community.  This has provided me with an opportunity to meet and interact with people of many backgrounds as well as attend many churches of different denominations. I have been an Episcopalian for nearly 30 years and have found a family at St. Michael's. This has proved to meet my needs for a church home.  

Mrs. Marilee Oglesby Evans

My philosophy of St. Michael’s Episcopal Church is it is truly an extension of family.  

I and my husband, George, have lived in the Metro East area for over 30 years. We both were transferred to this area through our jobs with the State of Illinois, but we have since retired.

George was raised Catholic and I grew up in a non-denominational Protestant church. In a search for a church home, we both found common ground in the Episcopal church which is what led us to St. Michael’s. We have been attending St. Michael’s for over 10 years and in 2019, I made the decision to become confirmed.

I currently, besides the Bishop’s Committee, serve as an usher, nursery and Sunday school assistant, and the chairman of the Altar Guild.

The best way I can describe St. Michael’s is it feels like home.

Jim Holder

I began attending St Michael's Episcopal Church in 2023.  Feeling a need to return to a liturgical style of worship, I searched for several church's on-line.  Upon hearing Father Greg's sermons, I started attending and was met with an extremely kind and welcoming congregation. I found a home at St. Michael's and joined the Bishop's Committee in 2025.  In addition to the Bishop's Committee, I participate in our church's outreach events, am part of the yard crew, usher, and chalice bearer. St Michael's is a small community, but a warm and accepting community, and we would love to have you join us!

Shari Tockstein

My husband Paul and I have been married 23 years and we have four grown children that live across the United States. Rob, is in Green Bay, Wis., John and Thomas live in St. Louis and our daughter Diana lives in Dallas, Tx. We live in the small town of Trenton which is about thirty minutes from St. Michael’s.