Conference Leadership

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    David O'Steen

    Treasurer & Co-Chair, representing Central Convocation

    Mr. David O’Steen is the Organist and Choirmaster of St. Philip’s Church in Jackson. He’s served this conference in every possible way for a great many years.

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    Jeff McLelland

    Co-Chair, Ambassador to Alabama, Repertory Selection, and Faculty Selection

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    David Williamson

    Representing Delta Convocation, Venue for 2026

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    Marianne "Joey" Polk

    Representing Delta Convocation, Venue for 2026

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    Adam Stringer

    Representing Coldwater Convocation, Fundraising, Grants, and Sponsorships

    Adam Stringer is the organist and choirmaster at St. Peter’s Church in Oxford, MS. Adam has long “saved the bacon” of the conference leadership with humility, candor, and great humor. He secured our grant from the Association of Anglican Musicians that has funded additional faculty this year.

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    Mary Chaffe Brooks

    Representing Coast Convocation, Communications & a possible 2027 venue bid for the coast

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    Chase Moore

    Representing Sowashee Convocation, Helping out where needed

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    Derrick Meador

    Ambassador to Louisiana, Registrar and Accompanist, Conferee Outreach

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    Matthew Woods

    Ex-officio, Sowashee Convocation, Hospitality, and a possible 2027 venue bid for Laurel

    Matthew Woods is the organist and choirmaster at St. John’s Church in Laurel, MS. A long time conferee, Matt is the unseen cat-herder that labors to ensure that this conference continues to thrive-bringing spiritual refreshment to colleagues through our time together each summer.