The Rev. Amanda Brayton Eiman
Rector

Amanda grew up in nearby northern New Jersey and earned her degree in biology from Drew University before receiving her Master of Divinity from Virginia Theological Seminary in 2007. She has served churches and communities nationally and internationally, including in Kenya, Georgia, Virginia, Kansas, and Pennsylvania.

Before coming to St. Philip’s, Amanda served as Associate Rector at St. David’s Episcopal Church in Wayne, Pennsylvania, where her ministry included preaching, liturgical leadership, teaching, pastoral care, family ministry, newcomer incorporation, fellowship groups, and liturgical planning. She previously served for two years as priest-in-charge of the Church of the Holy Trinity in Lansdale, Pennsylvania, helping the parish move through a period of healing and renewal following a decline in membership and attendance. She has also held a variety of leadership roles in diocesan ministries and projects.

Amanda describes her vocation this way: “Through the ministry of the priesthood, I seek to be a skilled guide to reveal to others the deeper understanding of how God is working in their lives. I aim to develop disciples and congregations through servant leadership, love, and radical welcome.”

Her ministry and interests are a natural fit for the Philipstown community. Amanda is a certified yoga teacher and enjoys sharing the practice of yoga with others. She is also an equestrian who loves gardening, jogging, and spending time outdoors.

Christopher Fasulo
Music Minister & Parish Administrator

Chris grew up in nearby Cornwall, New York, and has been involved in church music since childhood. He serves as Music Minister at St. Philip’s Church in the Highlands, where he brings his experience as a musician, accompanist, and educator to the worship life of the parish. He also serves as Collaborative Pianist for the West Point Glee Club.

Outside of St. Philip’s, Chris teaches voice and works as a piano tuner and technician. He currently sings with the Westchester Choral Society and has recently sung with Hudson Chorale and Charis Chamber Voices, appearing as a soloist with all three ensembles. He is a member of the Association of Anglican Musicians.

Chris pursued studies in Vocal Performance at NYU Steinhardt. He later served on the faculty at NYU as an accompanist and voice teacher, where he had the opportunity to work with Broadway composer Stephen Schwartz. He has also accompanied auditions for the American Institute of Musical Studies and The Juilliard School.

As a music director, pianist, and piano conductor, Chris has worked on productions with Piper Theater at White Pond Community Arts, Philipstown Depot Theatre, Off-Broadway, NYU, Marist College, and Wagner College, as well as with community theaters and high schools. His vocal studies have included work with Dr. Michael Douglas Jones, Matthew Chellis, Dianna Heldman, and Dr. Elaine Simpson. He pursued advanced keyboard studies with Dr. Ruthanne Schempf and Dr. Grant Wenaus.

Learn more about Chris and his work at www.christopherfasulo.com.

Betsy Alberty
Head of St. Philip’s Nursery School

Betsy Alberty grew up on the south shore of Long Island and earned her degree in American History from the State University at Albany. She went on to receive a Master of Science in Elementary Education from Long Island University, C.W. Post, and holds a New York State Permanent Certification in Elementary Education for grades N–6.

Betsy brings extensive experience in early childhood education to St. Philip’s Nursery School. Before joining St. Philip’s, she served as Director of Little Blessings Christian Preschool in Mount Kisco and Yorktown Presbyterian Preschool in Yorktown Heights. She has also taught in preschools on Long Island and in Westchester and served as Educational Coordinator at Adelphi University’s Alice Brown Early Learning Center in Garden City. Through her work with the Planting Fields Foundation in Oyster Bay, she developed environmental education curricula for young children.

At the heart of Betsy’s educational philosophy is the belief that children learn best when educators meet them where they are developmentally and nurture their natural curiosity. She is passionate about creating hands-on opportunities that encourage children to explore, discover, and develop a lifelong love of learning.

Outside of school, Betsy enjoys reading, spending time outdoors, cooking, gardening, and vacationing with her children. She is the proud mother of Lillian and Bobby.

Visit the Nursery School Website

VESTRY

The Vestry is a group of 12 people—11 Vestry members (including two Wardens, all elected by the congregation) and the Rector—that represents the parish in matters of finance, stewardship, budget approval, Diocesan assessment and payment, annual audits, records maintenance and the business of the church.

The Vestry works with the Rector to carry out the mission of the parish, and supports the Rector as head of the parish. As liaison between parish members and clergy and staff, the Vestry supports and promotes good communication in the church.

The Vestry meets on the third Sunday of each month. Please feel free to approach any of us at any time with questions or suggestions!

Vestry Reports and Meeting Minutes

David Gordon Warden

Will Felder Warden

Kathleen Casey

Jamie Copeland

Charlie Dupree

Charles Linsmeier

Kim Massey

Marilyn Palefsky

Mark Rigg

Charity Shumway