Clergy
Our leaders strive to create a welcoming community for all church visitors.
Samantha Vincent-Alexander, Rector
The Rev. Samantha Vincent-Alexander served in the Diocese of Southern Virginia for 18 years. Most recently, she served as the rector of St. John’s Episcopal Church in Hampton Virginia. There she navigated through current issues, with a congregation first established in 1610. Samantha has been active in the ministry of the diocese and the national church, serving as the President of the Standing Committee as well as the Chair of the Commission on Ministry, in addition to numerous other committees and commissions. She attended General Convention as a deputy in 2012, 2015, and 2018. She is married to another Episcopal priest, and they are proud parents of a passionate and rambunctious boy. She is a certified yoga instructor and loves to teach it in the church community. She recently co-authored Grace in the Rearview Mirror with three other clergy women. You can find all her recent sermons here: Living My Sermon.
Clare Stern-Burbano
The Rev. Clare Stern-Burbano (she/her) has served as the curate for Campus Ministry at Kansas State University and the Associate for college, youth, and children’s ministry at Grace and Holy Trinity Cathedral in Kansas City, MO. She is a graduate from the Univ. of Dubuque Theological Seminary (MDiv.) and from Bishop Kemper School for Ministry (Anglican Studies). Rev. Clare was ordained to the priesthood in January 2026. She is also the founder and co-host of the All Things…Episcopal podcast. Rev. Clare comes from an interfaith family and found a spiritual home in the Episcopal Church when she was nine years old. Outside of ministry, she loves spending time with her husband, Andrés, and their ever-adventurous son, Ollie J. When she’s not chasing Ollie, she can usually be found at hot yoga, running outside, or securing her next 2/3 decaf iced Americano. Her energy and enthusiasm are infectious and she has a wonderful pastoral presence.
Palmer Hartl, Parish Associate
The Rev. Palmer Hartl has served as a priest associate at Christ Church since 1999. Volunteering his time, Palmer brings a rich experience from a career in management, psychotherapy, and organizational consulting. Reach Palmer by calling the parish office at 215-922-1695 ext. 21
Christ Church Staff
The Reverend Samantha Vincent-Alexander, Rector
ext. 22 | Email Samantha
The Reverend Palmer Hartl, Parish Associate
ext. 21 | Email Palmer
Cecilia Wagner, Parish Administrator
ext. 21 | Email Cecilia
Parker Kitterman, Organist & Music Director
ext. 27 | Email Parker
Robin Parke, Godly Play & Children’s Minister
Email Robin
Ben Leaphart, Facilities Caretaker
ext. 33 | Email Ben
