The Rev. R. Scott Painter
Rector
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Scott (he/him) joined St. Michael’s in May, 2023. Before coming to Portland, he served congregations in Houston, Texas. Prior to entering the priesthood, Scott taught high school English. He holds degrees from The University of Houston and Seminary of the Southwest in Austin.
The Rev. J. Antonio Álvarez
Associate Rector
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Padre Toni (he/him) joined St. Michael’s in July 2025. Before coming to Portland, he served churches in Central California. Prior to ordination Padre Toni worked in Social Services and the restaurant industry. He holds degrees from California State University, Fresno and Seminary of the Southwest in Austin. When off the clock he enjoys feeding people from his trusty wok, exploring Portland with his husband Josh, or spending time with his two cats Biscuit and Boots.
Hannah Brewer
Organist & Music Director
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Hannah joined the staff at St. Michael’s in 2012 and previously held Organist positions at churches in California, Ohio, and London, England. She works extensively as a choral accompanist and collaborative musician on organ, piano, and harpsichord.
Chloe Colbaugh
Interim Children & Youth Ministries Director
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Chloe Colbaugh (she/they) joined St. Michael’s in August 2026 and was the Summer Youth Intern in 2024. She’s worked with children of all ages in and out of the church for over ten years and has previously worked as a leadership educator, peer learning associate, research assistant, and more. When she’s not at work, you can find her reading at a local coffee shop, playing her guitar, or watching Formula 1.
Brian Fairbanks
Choir Director
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Brian joined St. Michael’s in 2017 after many years on the music staff at St. Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral in Seattle. Brian conducts the St. Michael’s Singers, St. Michael’s Choristers, and Saints & Singers Choir.
Matte Edey
Parish Administrator
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Matte (they/them) joined the staff at St. Michael’s in the summer of 2025. Matte has worked in communications and administrative support for over 10 years in Portland, San Francisco, and Cincinnati Ohio. They also are the music director at Grant Park Church.
Emily Matus Borges
Nursery Attendant
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Joy Cowgill
Bookkeeping Assistant
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