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The Rev. Renee L. Fenner became rector of St. Barnabas Episcopal Church on March 28, 2010. She matriculated from The General Theological Seminary in New York City in 2005. Rev. Renee was ordained to the transitional diaconate on December 22, 2004 and ordained a priest on June 24, 2005. She joined the staff of Christ Church Cathedral on July 1, 2005 as Canon Pastor and Liturgist. She also served as priest-in-charge at the Cathedral for a brief period. In addition to her ministry at Christ Church, Rev. Renee served on the Diocesan liturgical planning committee for ordinations and as Minister of Ceremonies for major events held at the Cathedral.

Rev. Renee is a native St. Louisan and graduated with a B.A. degree in Theatre Arts from Webster University (formerly Webster College) and attended dance classes at Southern Illinois University, East St. Louis. She taught acting and dance for many years in Springfield, IL. Upon returning to St. Louis in the early 1980's she enjoyed working for both PBS and CBS affiliates, first as a production assistant and later as floor director, associate producer for "Eye on St. Louis" and as a director for public affairs shows.

Rev. Fenner is passionate about her family and good liturgy. She loves listening to Gospel music and enjoys art in all forms.

"Be strong and courageous; do not be frightened or dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go." (Joshua 1:9)

Marlene has filled the role as St. Barnabas’ secretary since May of 2012. She is actively involved in her home church of North County Community Church. She and her husband Gary have two adult children and three grandchildren. She enjoys the outdoors, fishing, and boating.

Leah Milton has been the St. Barnabas Adult Choir Director since Fall 2002. She graduated with honors from Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville in December 2003, earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in Music Education, with emphasis in piano accompaniment and voice. She studied piano with Dr. Linda Perry, voice with Ms. Sandra Bouman, and was a member of the SIUE Concert Choir and SIUE Madrigal Choir, both under the direction of Dr. Joel Knapp.

Along with directing the adult choir at St. Barnabas, Leah is a 5th and 6th Grade General Music teacher and chorus accompanist at Dorris Intermediate School in Collinsville, IL. She also teaches private piano and voice lessons to students in the St. Louis area. During her free time, Leah is an active member of the Bel Canto Chorus of St. Louis, under the direction of Dr. Bruce Vantine, and can often be found performing in musical theater with Summer Showbiz at SIUE and Hawthorne Players in Florissant.

Cameron Graham began serving as the organist for St. Barnabas' Parish in November of 2016. He is a very talented senior at Liberty High School in Wentzille, who will be majoring in Biochemistry at Saint Louis University in the fall of 2017. Prior to his appointment at St. Barnabas' Episcopal Church, he served as piano and organ accompanist for Cornerstone United Methodist Church in O'Fallon, MO for three years.

In addition to being active in his school's music programs, he is a member of the Scholar Bowl team and of the Key Club, and is the vice-president of the school's Health Occupations Students of America chapter.

Harry B. Goff has been a faithful member of St. Barnabas Episcopal Church more than twenty years. Baptized and confirmed at Calvary Episcopal Church in Charleston, South Carolina, Harry graduated from Tennessee State University earning a BS in Psychology with a minor in Biology. Now retired, he served eight years active duty in the United States Air Force and 15 years in the Missouri Air National Guard. Harry has two sons, Christopher and Carlton, who grow up as active participants in the youth group at St Barnabas.

Harry has served on the vestry as a member and most recently as Senior Warden for two terms. In addition to his role of scheduling Liturgists and Lectors for Sunday services, during the search period, he has accepted the responsibility of planning services. This includes identifying and recruiting guest clergy several Sundays a month for both services. He currently serves as a convention delegate, coordinates the parish ministry with the Episcopal City Mission, and assists with the scrip program. He formerly served a three-year term on the Diocesan Council of the Diocese of Missouri.