Meet Mary Ann Hill: The New Rector of Trinity on the Hill Episcopal Church

In this video, The Rev'd Mary Ann Hill, the new rector of Trinity on the Hill Episcopal Church in Los Alamos, shares her journey to the priesthood, the challenges she faced, and her experiences working in different parishes. Mary Ann discusses how she grew up in an outside of St. Louis on the Illinois side of the river and knew from a young age that she was called to the priesthood. She talks about her experiences in various dioceses and her longing to be ordained in a place that initially didn't support the ordination of women. Mary Ann also mentions her work with multicultural ministry, the initiation of a Spanish speaking ministry, and her experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic. Finally, Mary Ann shares her excitement about serving in Trinity on the Hill Episcopal Church and her eagerness to join the upcoming Solar Eclipse Party in the town of Los Alamos.

00:08 Introduction and Meeting Mary Ann Hill00:29 Mary Ann's Early Life and Call to Priesthood02:44 Mary Ann's Journey to the Episcopal Church04:56 Mary Ann's College Years and Early Career06:35 The Struggles and Triumphs of Mary Ann's Ordination Journey10:05 Mary Ann's Ministry Career and Her Move to Freeport17:12 Starting a Spanish Mission in Tulsa17:40 A Revelation and a New Mission18:24 Building a Spanish-Speaking Community19:20 The Impact of the New Community20:57 Navigating Through the Pandemic22:10 Adapting to Online Church Services25:55 The Search for a New Call29:00 Settling into a New Community29:04 Embracing the Unique Culture of Los Alamos30:24 The Challenges and Joys of Leading a Diverse Church32:41 Celebrating a Solar Eclipse in Los Alamos