Clergy & Leadership
Rev. Philip Zoutendam
Priest-in-Charge
Fr. Philip began his ministry at St. James' on All Saints' Sunday, 2023. He came to New Jersey from Durham, NC, where he graduated from Duke Divinity School (MDiv, 2020). After seminary, he served as a priest in several Durham-area parishes as part of the Reimagning Curacies Program. He also served as an assisting priest in Spanish-speaking congregations, and continues this work in New Jersey
Fr. Philip is married to Dr. Erin Risch Zoutendam, a church historian and a professor at Seton Hall University. They have a shared love of horses, birdwatching, reading, and their cats. Fr. Philip also loves fly fishing, Latin American food, and strong coffee.
Bryan Perez M.
Office Manager
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Bryan has had the privilege of serving in various ministries and parishes, working closely with priests and bishops. In addition to translating homilies and serving as a Liturgical Master of Ceremonies, Bryan also served as a private secretary to clergy. Currently a student at Seton Hall University pursuing a degree in Education, Bryan was raised by his grandparents who instilled a deep faith and taught the power of prayer and trust in God. One of his greatest joys in life is witnessing parishes flourish for the greater glory of God, and is committed and excited in helping Fr. Philip in his mission to make that a reality.
Lay Leadership
Officers
Wardens: Ande Stanowiec &
Rebecca Zamora
Treasurer: Robin Plaszky
Vestry Clerk: Gabrielle Filippini
Vestry
Serving through 2025: Catherine Echavarria, Natalie Nazar
Serving through 2026: Dennis Provost, Kathy Provost, Gabrielle Filippini
Serving through 2027: Nadine Filippini