
DEACONS
Deacons are elected to a ministry of care and compassion both within and outside the congregation. They pray for members and friends, provide meals in times of need or crisis, and deliver flowers to shut -ins and to those recovering from illness or surgery. They provide rides to church and to weekday appointments for those unable to drive. The Deacons also host the reception following a memorial service.
Meet our deacons
Jennifer Epstein
Jennifer Epstein
Treasurer, Food for Friends
Jen Epstein lives in Novato and works in Human Resources. Jen is currently serving as the Treasurer of the Deacons, oversees the Deacon's fund, and helps distribute funds to those in need. Jen is married, and her son, Mark, is in college in North Carolina. Jen has two dogs and enjoys reading and knitting.
Marita Mayer
Marita Mayer
Food for Friends, Memorials
I was a public defender for over 30 years in Contra Costa County. Now retired, I keep busy with my family, friends and volunteer projects. I especially love being surrounded by books and book lovers at Townbooks in San Anselmo and by wonderful singers in our church choir. I feel such gratitude to live in such a beautiful garden of a town.
Chris Francisco
Chris Francisco
Door Deacon
My family became part of the FPCSA community in 2001, while I was studying at SFTS. I was ordained in 2011. I work part-time at Neurorestorative with traumatic brain-injured clients. My interests include reading, fiber arts, puzzles, 12 Step Recovery, and Warriors basketball.
Joy Snyder
Joy Snyder
Co-Moderator, Flock lists
I have been everything from restaurant hostess to newspaper reporter to college administrator and always a Mom. In my retirement/volunteer life, I supervise groups of volunteers for various dinner/housing programs serving the food & housing-insecure communities.
Maggie McDowell
Maggie McDowell
Memorials
My husband and I joined FPCSA in 1995 and I’m thrilled to join the deacons again. I’m a retired physical therapist. i enjoy time with my children and grandchildren, volunteering at the San Francisco Botanical Garden and as a Master Gardener, sewing, and playing the piano. Singing is a huge joy for me. A highlight of my week is singing in the choir on Sunday morning.
Patty Woods
Patty Woods
I am a resident of Fairfax and moved here from San Francisco during COVID. There, I attended a non-denominational church. I feel very welcomed at FPCSA. I look forward to being a deacon and using my time in sharing the work of this group. I have experience in helping seniors as a companion or driving to medical appointments. I am retired as a Building Manager and I teach Tai Chi for seniors.
Christine Grossi
Christine Grossi
I love being a part of this church, connecting with people, and being of service. I enjoy playing the piano, cooking and eating, walking Marin trails, playing computer games and being with family and friends. I’ve been married to Ron since 1966 and our son, Paul, is a physics teacher.
Margy Tuck
Margy Tuck
Transportation
Retired English examiner and artist, I am happily back in San Anselmo, my home town. I keep myself busy pet-sitting and going to our exercise class here in Duncan Hall where you can see my little stained glass window I made at age 11! Although I’ve lived almost 8 years overseas, I’m a 5th generation Bay Area kid.