Sandy Kneen
Class of 2027
Being a social worker for 15 years has given Sandy a unique understanding of the importance of our ministries in helping others. “Good Shepherd from day one has been like a home to me,” Sandy says. “I’ve made so many friends and had so many great experiences. ... and when I leave on Sunday I feel a sense of peace and joy.”
Gifts: Communication Skills, Fun Loving, Caring
Caroline Maisel
Sr. Warden, Class of 2027
Born and raised in Maryland, Caroline has lived in Florida for over thirty years with her husband, Steve, and their two children. They started attending COGS with her parents more than 10 years ago feeling that COGS has a great capacity to include members in its life and ministries. Serving as a member of the altar guild and as both an usher and greeter, Caroline says, "I love the camaraderie of the other members and the service we offer in preparing for worship." In her professional life she has been a teacher and counselor, having a Masters in Mental Health Counseling. "I am fascinated by people’s stories and want to help others achieve their best selves. 'All are Welcome, no exceptions,' is a credo to love and dignify all people. I am drawn to the belief that we are all deserving of God’s love and the challenge to treat others as God treats us."
Rhiannon Sharpe
Class of 2027
Church of Good Shepherd has been Rhiannon's second home for her entire life. Her grandparents and her father, Brian Sharpe, began worshipping at Church of Good Shepherd in 1978. Rhiannon’s first day in church was when she was five days old, which led to her later baptism and confirmation at our parish. Rhiannon has been involved in many ministries including acolyte, thurifer, Lay Eucharistic Minister, lector, usher, greeter, the freezer ministry, youth choir, adult choir, handbell choir, and youth ministry. Rhiannon’s latest ministry has been her incredible and devoted involvement with children and youth spiritual formation.
Mary Ratliff
Class of 2028
Mary has been a member at Good Shepherd since 2017. Moving to Dunedin with her husband,
Jim, and granddaughter Isabelle, they have found in Good Shepherd a community of loving and
welcoming people to call home and family. Mary has worked for the Episcopal Church in her
previous diocese as both a lay leader and a diocesan employee. Both say they have found
much joy and friendship in volunteering and service at Good Shepherd.
James Goletz
Jr. Warden, Class of 2028
Currently a member of the COGS Finance and Parking Lot teams, James volunteered with the (now closed) Furniture Thrift Store for a number of years serving in several roles. He has served on numerous church and city/town committees in CT, PA, and FL, all focused on serving the greater community. His background in management and finance makes him a great asset to our leadership team.
"When we relocated to Florida, we chose the Church of the Good Shepherd mainly because of the 'All are welcome, come as you are' slogan. I think that is one of our church’s’ biggest attractions and strengths." James strongly feels social activism of the church should be a primary focus for our congregation.
Linda Corliss
Class of 2028
Marc Jacobson
Class of 2029
Marc has been a Member of the Good Shepherd since 1985. The Jacobsen family loved the quaintness of Good Shepherd from the first time they attended. Marc’s daughter Lisa was baptized at Good Shepherd by Father Kirk. In his years at COGS, Marc has served as both a Vestry Member and chaired the Buildings and Grounds Committee. Marc has been Ushering at Good Shepherd for 38 years and says, “It’s always joyful to meet and greet our new and existing Parishioners,” and “Good Shepherd is the foundation of our family.”
Gerry Boone
Class of 2029
