Leadership in apostolic tradition
We are blessed with solid leadership, promoting the Gospel in our growing community.
Our Clergy
Fr. Jonathan Mohler
Rector
Fr. Jonathan Mohler is the 5th Rector (Senior Pastor) of Saint Francis of Assisi. He comes to us from Saint Vincent’s Anglican Cathedral, where he was the Assisting Priest. Fr. Jonathan claims North Texas as his home, but he grew up in Northwestern Kenya, where his parents were Baptist missionaries. He received a BA in Intercultural Studies from Baptist Bible College in 2008. In 2021 he graduated from Nashotah House Theological Seminary with a Master of Divinity (cum laude); he was ordained and also graduated from the United States Army Institute for Religious Leadership. Fr. Jonathan serves in the United States Army Reserve as a Chaplain. He lives in Aledo with his wife, Katie, their three children (Abigail, Anna, & Gabe), and two cats (Daisy & Aslan). Fr. Jonathan loves fishing, woodworking, and chasing his children around.
Fr. Tim Taylor
Assisting Priest
Fr. Tim and his family are at Saint Francis for a season while they discern God’s call for their next steps. Their unique gifts and talents are a real blessing to Saint Francis, and we are thankful for them as long as God has them here.
Our Staff
Heather Smith
Director of Children’s Ministries
Heather has been a member of St. Francis since August 2025. She transferred from St. Vincent’s Cathedral, Bedford, at Fr. Jonathan’s invitation to come and work with children at St. Francis. She lives and works in Arlington but believes it’s worth the distance to be part of St. Francis. She has a daughter, Lisa, a son-in-law, Steven, and two grandchildren, Emilia, 5, and Quentin, 2. In her spare time, she loves movies, board games, shopping, and spending time with her friends and family.
James Atwood
Parish Administrator
James Atwood has faithfully served at Saint Francis of Assisi for nearly 32 years. Over the decades, he has become a steady and familiar presence in the life of the parish, offering both dedication and quiet care in all that he does. For James, Saint Francis of Assisi is far more than a workplace—it is a second home. He holds a deep love for the church and the community that gathers within its walls. Whether helping parishioners find what they need, supporting the clergy and volunteers, or tending to the day-to-day details that keep the parish running smoothly, James approaches his work, most of the time, with a servant’s heart and a genuine spirit of hospitality. Through the years, he has witnessed generations of families grow in faith, celebrate life’s joys, and lean on the church in times of need. Being part of those moments is something James treasures deeply.
Liz Dean
Music Director
Liz Dean was born and raised in Issaquah, Washington, a beautiful town outside Seattle, with three older siblings, Nathan, Carolyn, and Alaina. She moved to Texas in July of 2023 and graduated from Fort Worth Academy of Fine Arts in May of 2025. As a Pastor and music teacher's daughter, she has been leading worship since she was 12 years old. Although brand-new to Anglicanism, she is happy to serve God's mission as part of the team at St Francis. Outside of worship leading Liz works at a local restaurant as a server. If not found at church or work, she is attending concerts and writing her own music with the company of her two cats, Tinkerbell and Cleo.
Our Vestry
Mike Renfro
Senior Warden
Born in Fort Worth, Mike is a writer and 42-year veteran of the advertising industry. He is the author of several books, including Under the X in Texas, a collection of short stories and National Public Radio commentaries. He is also the author of Shine On, the history of the Spoetzl Brewery in Shiner, Tx. In addition to his writing, he operates Rancho Buenas Noches, a guest ranch on the Brazos River in Palo Pinto County. St. Francis is a 45-minute commute for him but one he says he gladly makes for the community he’s found here.
Dayton Wright
Junior Warden
Dayton has been at St. Francis since moving to the area in 2022. He and his wife, Sydney, were married at St. Francis in 2023. Their first child, Claire, was baptized at the church in 2025. In his free time, he enjoys bluegrass music and church history.
Paul Garrison
Vestry Member
Paul and his wife Becky have lived in Willow Park since 1984 and joined St. Francis in 2024. Paul is an Electrical Engineer with degrees from Texas Tech University and the University of Texas at Arlington. He retired in 2024. Paul and Becky were married at the Church of the Incarnation Episcopal Church in Dallas, TX, and have been married for 50 years. They have three children and five grandchildren.
Bill Shaw
Vestry member
Bill and his wife Margaret were married at All Saints Episcopal Church in Fort Worth over 54 years ago. They have lived in the Aledo area for the past 25+ years. Bill enjoys the outdoors, including yardwork and gardening. Bill volunteers for Reel Recovery, a nonprofit organization that takes men with cancer on free, 2 ½-day fly-fishing retreats.
Kathy Moller
Vestry Member
Kathy and her husband have been members of St Francis since 1994. Rick passed away in 2011. Kathy is a retired RN and is active volunteering at Grace House and serving in our church.
Walter Glasgow
Vestry Member
Walter has been a member of St. Francis since April 9, 2023. Walter and Amy have been married for over 35 years and enjoy time spent outdoors. Walter recently semi-retired after 44 full-time years in the oil and gas business.