Our Clergy & Staff
Rector
Our former rector, Fr. Nick Phares, recently accepted a teaching and chaplain position at St. Andrew's-Sewanee School in Tennessee. We have begun the search process to find a new rector for St. Luke's. Updates on this search process, which is expected to take several months, will be posted here periodically.
2026 Parish Profile
The Rev. Jeff Birk
Deacon
Jeff completed Diaconal formation through the Iona School of Ministry and was ordained to Holy Orders in 2026. Jeff is very thankful to have been assigned to St. Luke’s, where he and his wife Laura have worshiped for many years. As Deacon, Jeff looks forward to serving within St. Luke’s, and within Bartlesville, and beyond.
Penny Williams
Administrative Assistant
Parish Office: 918-336-1212
Penny Williams, a longtime congregant of St. Luke’s and a recent vestry member, became our church secretary at the beginning of 2022, following her retirement from the City of Bartlesville’s municipal court. Given her long association with St. Luke’s, Penny is a wonderful resource on what’s going on within our church community
Keeli Droege
Music Director
Keeli Droege became the music director of St. Luke’s in August 2023, serving as the organist and choir director. Keeli is a classically trained pianist who holds a Bachelor of Music degree in piano performance from the University of Northern Colorado. She is an experienced piano instructor and has taught early childhood music classes. Keeli has served as a church musician since she was 14 years old. Keeli and her family have been St. Luke’s members since 2016 and she and her husband Tom have three children. She can be reached by email or at 918-697-8509.
Courtney Leach
Church Sexton
Courtney is a beloved part of the St. Luke’s family, joining the staff after spending many years as head custodian for Central Middle School. She is an experienced caretaker and we lovingly refer to her as our KOSO (Keeper Of Sacred Objects). In this capacity, Courtney is directly involved in all aspects of caring for the church facility, inside and out. What a wonderful and professional job she does! We are so blessed and thankful to call Courtney, Chase & Emily family.