Saint Andrew’s Episcopal Church Welcomes New Priest-in-Charge

Burke, Virginia— June 30, 2020 — After a year-long search for its spiritual leader, St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church in Burke, Virginia, is proud to announce that the Reverend William (Will) Packard has accepted the call to be Priest-in-Charge beginning July 1.

“With guidance and support from the Episcopal Diocese of Virginia, in particular Bishop Susan Goff and her staff, we concluded that Reverend Packard is the right person to lead us on the next leg of our faith journey,” said Mark Foster, St. Andrew’s Senior Warden. “We look forward to the vision and energy he promises to bring to our parish, and appreciate his courage in making this move during such a turbulent time.”

The St. Andrew’s Parish discerned spiritually upon many potential candidates, selecting Reverend Packard, with a confirming unanimous vote of the Vestry of St. Andrew’s in May. Preparation has been underway since that time for his official arrival this week.

“I give thanks to God, and the people of St. Andrew’s, for the opportunity to carry out the mission of the Gospel together,” said Reverend Packard. “I am grateful for the radical hospitality of the parish, and look forward to serving together as we proclaim God’s love to the world.”

Reverend Packard has most recently served as Associate Rector of St. David’s Episcopal in Ashburn, is a graduate of WT Woodson High School, and began his work career in philanthropic and government services at Pew Charitable Trusts.

St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, invites any and all who desire to worship to join us at 6509 Sydenstricker Road, Burke, Virginia. Service information can be found on the web at standrews.net.