821 South Fourth Street Louisville, KY 40203
502-587-6011
Clergy, Wardens and Staff
Rev. Dr. Lee F. Shafer
Rector (Retired Fall 2025)
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The Rev. Dr. Lee F. Shafer has been in ordained ministry for 21 years. She is a graduate of Nashotah House (Master of Sacred Theology) and Sewanee, the University of the South School of Theology (Doctor of Ministry). She has served in the Diocese of Georgia, the Diocese of Florida, the Diocese of Alabama, and is now happy to be serving as the 18th Rector of Calvary here in the Diocese of Kentucky.
Lee+ loves to cook, listen to books on Audible, and practice Spanish on Duolingo. She and Tom have two dogs, Carly and Coco the Circus Dog, and two cats, Buddy and Stella. Lee+ loves to spend time with her three adorable granddaughters, Frankie, Blair, and Drew (and their parents). She has fallen in love with the good people of Calvary and all things Louisville, especially the horse culture at Churchill Downs and her neighborhood of Old Louisville.
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Since celebrating Lee's retirement, Calvary is currently in search for it's next Rector.
Andrew Weinberger
Senior Warden
Andrew has been a member of the Calvary community since 2019 and was confirmed into the Episcopal Church in 2022. Since joining Calvary, he has become a member of the Altar Guild and Community Grants committee and serves as Lector and Usher on Sunday mornings. He is excited to serve to the Calvary and surrounding Old Louisville communities.
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Outside of Calvary, Andrew is a staff member at the University of Louisville School of Medicine and is completing graduate work in Higher Education Administration. He was born and raised in Jessamine County, Kentucky, and has called the Germantown neighborhood home since 2016.
Donna Duvall
Junior Warden
Donna Duvall was baptized at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church (which was originally located down the street from Calvary). She travelled and attended other Episcopal churches (in Louisville, Brandenburg and Texas City, TX, and has been attending Calvary since 2001.
Donna earned a B.A. in Psychology from the University of Louisville, a M.A.T. from Bellarmine University, and finished a Rank I in Education at Bread Loaf School of English in Middlebury, Vermont.
Donna retired from teaching English for Jefferson County Public Schools in 2018. She volunteers for H.O.O.F. (Horses Offering Opportunities for the Future) to raise funds for youth to attend summer camp that includes riding, education about and working with horses. She also volunteers as a Docent at the Louisville Zoo. She serves as City Clerk (and was a Commissioner for nineteen years) for the City of Houston Acres. For fun and exercise Donna rides horses and swims laps. Donna has a son, Philip Alexander Duvall and a kitten, Gilbert.
Mary Redden
Vestry Secretary
Although originally baptized in the Presbyterian Church, Mary has been a member of Calvary since her parents joined when she was a child. She is an active member of the music programs at Calvary, including a stint as Director of the Children’s Choir, a choir section leader, and frequent recitalist and soloist. Mary is also a Lay Reader, a member of the Calvary Cares committee, the editor of the Calvary Connection, and has served 2 previous terms on the Vestry.
A life-long Louisvillian, Mary is the General Manager of a tech firm in the Highlands. She and her husband Alex, have two grown children: Logan and Emily, and two grandchildren.
Jacob Cook
Director of Music
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Jacob Cook is excited to be joining Calvary as the Director of Music. He has served recently as director of music at Wall Street United Methodist Church in Jeffersonville, IN and Watkins United Methodist Church in Louisville.
He also serves as the Director of Vocal Music Studies at the Youth Performing Arts School in Louisville, KY where he conducts four choral ensembles, teaches vocal development, and teaches electives in pedagogy and opera. Mr. Cook has conducted the YPAS Choirs in performance at the American Choral Director’s Association Southern Division Conference, the Kentucky Music Educators Association Conference, the Intercollegiate Men’s Choruses National Conference, and in international performance venues in Italy, England, Wales, and Costa Rica.
Mr. Cook studied at East Tennessee State University with Dr. Thomas Jenrette and Dr. Oliver Lo and earned a Bachelor’s of Music. While earning a Master’s of Music at the University of Kentucky, Mr. Cook studied voice with Gail Robinson, performed several opera roles, and sang with the UK Choirs under Dr. Jefferson Johnson.
Callie Hausman
Director of Christian Education
Callie Hausman is returning to Calvary where she has spent most of her career of over 30+ years working for Episcopal Churches serving children, youth, and families. Born in Manhattan, Kansas, Callie moved to Pennsylvania until she graduated from highschool., settling in Louisville, Kentucky, where she has resided ever since. Callie is passionate about helping guide others in their lifelong faith journey. She earned her Masters in Humanities & Civic Leadership, focusing on Religious Studies at the University of Louisville. In addition to her career, she is devoted to her family, especially her two daughters and five grandchildren
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Terrance Griffith
Operations Assistant
Hello Calvary family, my name is Terrance Griffth and I am your new Operations Assistant. I am a Louisville native who graduate from Butler High School many (many) years ago. I attended the University of Louisville for a year before joining the workforce. I am a former employee of the Upper Crust and Silver Spoon catering companies. I am a team player who believes in working hard and treating everyone with kindness and respect. My goal is to be helpful and assist with keeping your church home neat and clean. I am grateful for the opportunity to join the staff of Calvary Episcopal Church. Thank you.
Owen Sammons
Organist & Director of Arts @ Calvary
Owen Sammons is a Louisville native and is excited to be back in his hometown making music and serving Calvary Episcopal Church.
As a keyboard virtuoso, Mr. Sammons is gaining increasing recognition for his improvisational skills and his natural affinity for unleashing the full sonic range of the organ. Currently, Mr. Sammons is a finalist (of three chosen nationally) for the James Weaver Prize in Organ Scholarship, sponsored by the Organ Historical Society. Owen is also an honorary member of the Black Classical Artists of Louisville, and a former cast member and accompanist of the Stephen Foster Story in Bardstown, KY.
Owen is also the creator and host of a popular YouTube documentary series, “Organ Explorer,” highlighting notable pipe organs in the bluegrass and beyond. He is looking forward to making an “Organ Explorer” episode about our 1965 Casavant organ and its journey toward restoration.
Taylor Howell
Administrative Assistant
502-587-6011
Born and raised in Louisville, Kentucky, Taylor attended Calvary as a child. She is excited to be back in this church serving in the capacity of Administrative Assistant and helping Calvary continue to thrive in this community.
Taylor attended Centre College and has a Masters in Arts in Teaching from Bellarmine University. She is currently enrolled at Bellarmine earning a Ph.D. in Education and Social Change. Taylor enjoys spending time with her son, godson, and pets, as well as reading, yoga, and walking outside.