The Rev. Melesa McEwan Skoglund
Rector

Melesa+ was raised in Colorado, and later found a home in the Midwest. In college, she encountered the Episcopal Church for the first time and found rest in the liturgy, home in the tradition, and embrace in the community. 

​Prior to ordination, Melesa worked in Milwaukee’s nonprofit sector where she specialized in nonprofit operations, donor management, and program coordination/creation. She is married to Erik, a graphic designer, and together they have two sons. When she’s not chasing a toddler, Melesa enjoys gardening, walking the trails and the city, and exploring Wisconsin breweries with her husband. Melesa was called to serve as the Rector of St. Thomas in January 2022. 
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You can contact Melesa+ at [email protected].

The Rev. Lisa Chmielewski
Deacon

Lisa has been a part of the St. Thomas community for many years, and joined the staff as our vocational deacon following her ordination in January 2024. Lisa works full time as a medical assistant and has been in the medical field for over 37 years. She brings a passion for outreach, evangelism and service in her role as deacon.

Scott Eakins
Music Director

​Scott, born and raised in Iowa, moved to the Milwaukee area in 1992.  He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Music/Voice Performance from St. Ambrose University, Davenport, IA and a Master of Arts in Systematic Theology from Sacred Heart Seminary and School of Divinity, Hales Corners, WI. He has served parishes in Iowa, Minnesota and Wisconsin since 1987.
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Scott currently lives in Milwaukee with his pup, Stewy.

Chris Mroz
Parish Administrator

Chris is excited to be part of the St. Thomas of Canterbury community since October 2018 in the role of Parish secretary and supporting the rector. Chris has been a Greendale resident for many, many years and was active in Greendale community organizations. Chris’ two sons were raised and schooled in Greendale. Chris enjoys a variety of activities: cooking, baking, gardening, and reading.