We are a welcoming, spiritual family who worships, loves, works, and plays together in Christ, celebrating the old, embracing the new, honoring creation, and serving the larger community.
As Episcopalians, we worship according to The Book of Common Prayer. On Sunday mornings we celebrate the Holy Eucharist. The 8:00 service is a quiet service without music; the 10:30 service includes hymns and music. At 9:00, adults gather for study and discussion. Following the 10:30 service, we meet for refreshments and fellowship.
The church seeks qualified applicants for the position of Parish Musician. Organists and pianists are encouraged to review the full job description here and apply soon.
The Staff of St. Luke’s Episcopal Church
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Gary Coffey
INTERIM RECTOR
The Reverend Gary Coffey is a native of North Carolina and grew up in Forest City. He was ordained to the priesthood in 1984. He has served congregations in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina; Cedar Rapids, Iowa; Rutherfordton, North Carolina; and Asheville, North Carolina. Gary retired from Grace Episcopal Church on Merrimon Avenue here in Asheville in 2018, after serving as their rector for seventeen years, and is delighted to be serving at St. Luke’s as the Interim Rector, starting Sunday, September 7, 2025.
Gary majored in biology at the University of North Carolina Asheville. He attended seminary at Trinity Episcopal School for Ministry in Ambridge, Pennsylvania, and received his training for Interim Ministry through the Interim Ministry Network in Baltimore, Maryland.
Gary and his wife, Astrid, live in Weaverville, North Carolina. They have two adult children, Jarod and Kristin, and three grandchildren. Gary enjoys reading, walking, yoga, bicycling, playing in the ocean, shooting pool, and ping pong.
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Julie Mascarella
Julie, originally from the Chicago area, has called Asheville home since 1982. She has been a dedicated part of St. Luke’s since 1999, serving as both Music Director (retiring from that role in 2024) and Administrative Assistant. She is married and is the proud mom of Emma, along with two beloved cats. An avid gardener, Julie is happiest with her hands in the dirt—and you can always count on a cup of coffee to bring a smile to her face.
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Joy Voigt
BUILDINGS FACILITIES MANAGER
Joy has lived in Asheville since 1982 and has served as the part-time sexton at St. Luke’s since 2011. During the week, she provides in-home care to elderly people in need of assistance with basic household tasks. Joy is married to Tom and they have 6 children and 12 grandchildren. She loves to read, listen to bluegrass and gospel music, participate at her church, and hang out with her big family.