Welcome Rev. Mark Furlow, Interim Rector

Dear Friends,

I have very exciting news to share. The discernment process for our Interim Rector has concluded. Our call has been answered by The Rev. Mark D. Furlow. 

Originally from Lexington, Kentucky, Mark has been an ordained priest for 18 years. During that time, he has ministered in four dioceses including Virginia, Lexington (KY), Southwestern Virginia, and Maine inhabiting a wide variety of roles including clergy resident, rector, canon missioner, and canon to the ordinary. He currently serves in a consultative capacity as Canon for Ministry Development in the Diocese of Maine focused on special projects that directly support the Bishop of Maine. Over the years, Rev. Furlow has maintained a second career as a theatre production manager, lighting designer, and stage carpenter. His love of the Church and dramatic arts have allowed him the unique opportunity to serve as worship coordinator for The Episcopal Church’s General Convention and for a variety of Episcopal Revivals lead by Presiding Bishop Curry.

Rev. Furlow’s spouse, Siobhan Byrns, is a fine arts photographer and university librarian. They are blessed with two daughters, Aoife and Frances. Please click here for brief introductory remarks from Mark.

Mark officially starts at St. Michael’s on October 1, 2025, but he will come a few days early so he can celebrate the Feast of St. Michael’s with us on September 28. Plans for an official welcome for him to follow. In the meantime, please add Mark and his family to your prayers.

Jim Dinan
Sr. Warden