The Very Rev. Dr. Scott Pedersen,
Dean and Rector (Priest)

Fr. Scott Pedersen was born and raised in Stuart, FL and received a call to full-time vocational ministry at age 16. He received his Bachelor of Arts in Religion at Palm Beach Atlantic University in 1989, West Palm Beach, FL. While working on a Master of Divinity at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, he served as youth pastor at Knightdale Baptist Church, near Raleigh, North Carolina. Upon graduating in 1992, he served as Senior Pastor at Temple Baptist Church, near Statesville, North Carolina.

He later moved to Atlanta, Georgia in 1997 where he met and married Dawn in 1999. He worked as a Teaching Pastor and missionary, working with inner city homeless and poor, at the Downtown Atlanta Vineyard. During their time as missionaries, they felt a strong call to plant a Vineyard Church in Greenwich, London, England and moved there in 2000. Their daughter, Kara, was born in 2002. While in England, he finished his Doctor of Ministry at Fuller Theological Seminary, Pasadena, CA in 2003. Fr. Scott sensed God’s call to raise up a pastorally gifted British couple within the church to take over leadership and move with his family back to the United States. He was the Lead Pastor at a non-denominational church, in Visalia, California from 2005-2010. He has also worked as Adjunct Professor at South London Christian College, London, England; Fresno Pacific University, Fresno, CA; and at Azusa Pacific University, Azusa, CA.

Fr. Scott’s first liturgical experience was at a Via de Cristo weekend, the Lutheran version of Cursillo, while in University in 1988. In seminary in 1993, Fr. Scott further explored liturgical worship while studying Dr. Robert Webber. However, it was his positive influence by the Church of England, while living in the UK, which led Fr. Scott to further study, explore, and develop a deep appreciation and love for Anglicanism. After sensing God’s call to the priesthood in the Anglican Communion, Fr. Scott began his journey into Holy Orders in 2010 and was ordained a Deacon in May 2011. He and his family moved to Tustin, CA in July 2011, for a transitional period, where Fr. Scott worked with Todd Hunter, Pastor of Holy Trinity Church and Bishop of Churches for the Sake of Others (C4SO). Fr. Scott served as Assistant Pastor at Holy Trinity, Clergy Formation Advisor for C4SO and Executive Director for Telos. He was ordained a Priest in November 2011.

God called Fr. Scott in October 2012 to be the next Rector of All Saints Anglican Church, Long Beach. His family moved to Long Beach and he started on November 26, 2012.

John Calley, Pastor of Family Ministries and Congregational Care

Although he was born in Odessa, TX, John has lived most of his life in the Los Angeles area. John received his B.S. in Visual Art from Biola University in 2003. During his time at Biola, John was drawn to working with the Jr. High Ministry of his church and began a lifelong love for Art, Theology, and Ministry. John married his wife Dorothy in 2003. They have three children: Lilian, Clementine, and Solomon.

John received his MFA in Visual Art from Vermont College in 2006. He worked as a sculpture professor at Biola University for 8 years until he was called to return to ministry in the local church. In 2013, John was asked to serve as the Director of Youth and Children’s Ministries at All Saints Church. While no longer teaching as an artist, John finds many opportunities in church ministry to draw on his art background.

As the Director of Youth and Children’s Ministries at All Saints Church, John works with the leadership of the church to develop, implement, and lead programs for youth and children that build community and make disciples who know and follow Jesus. John delights in the opportunity this role gives him to think creatively about many aspects of the ministry of All Saints Church to the community.

Particularly, John enjoys creatively examining established traditions, the historic Liturgical Calendar, and current programs. He looks for ways to shape intergenerational events and ministry models that extend from these historic roots and that maximize the existing skills and resources within All Saints Church. John believes that this kind of thinking is key to achieving a church life that is authentic, sustainable, and effective at both discipleship and evangelism.

Ethan Avants, Parish Administrator

Ethan was born and raised in Orange County, CA, and has lived in Anaheim for the past six years with his wife Jamie.  He and Jamie both attended the same school growing up, orbited the same local community, and remained good friends throughout high-school and college until marrying in 2015.

Ethan briefly attended Biola University studying music composition and vocal performance, but ultimately felt called to pastoral ministry and went on to receive a bachelor’s degree in Christian Ministry from Hope International University.  Presently, Ethan is continuing his education with Western Seminary in Portland, OR, to receive an MA in Biblical and Theological Studies.  Before coming to All Saints as the parish administrator, Ethan was applying his ministry training and deep concern for the more vulnerable populations of his community in the world of social services, working for two emergency shelters in the Orange County area. 

In his downtime, Ethan enjoys reading and generally engaging in all forms of learning.  Though music has not continued to be at the center of his academic and career endeavors, Ethan has retained a passion for music, even participating in some writing and recording projects.  Ethan’s ultimate passion, however, is for the Church, to see it grow and flourish in its mission to invite the world into fellowship with the Triune God.

Dawn Pedersen, Rector’s Administrator

Dawn was born in Aurora, Illinois and raised in Florida and Georgia. After graduating, she moved to Atlanta. While attending the Atlanta Vineyard Church, she there met and married Scott in 1999.

She and Scott moved to London, England and planted a Vineyard Church in 2000. Their daughter was born in England. After 5 years, they sensed God calling them back to the States. Their journey has brought them into the Anglican tradition and eventually to All Saints Cathedral in Long Beach, CA. There’s so much more to the story but you’ll have to hear more about it over a cup of coffee or a meal. Dawn loves the opportunity to share with others what God has done in her life.

“I enjoy good music, good food, and good conversation. “When I’m in nature, God’s beautiful creation, all is peaceful inside. I love going to movies, taking long walks, finding a good bargain, and spending quality time with my family and friends.”

Dawn has extensive experience in administrative support and loves putting her gifts and talents to use serving her Parish and the Rector.

Jamie Avants, Director of Musical Worship

Jamie was born and raised in Orange County. She met her husband Ethan in pre-school and, after being friends nearly their entire lives, they began dating their freshman year of college and later married in 2015.

While attending college for a degree in child development, Jamie felt a strong calling to work in the deathcare industry. She soon changed her major, received an Associates Degree in Sociology, and later received her degree in Mortuary Science. She has worked at a mortuary since 2014, first as a Licensed Funeral Director and now as a Licensed Embalmer.

Jamie has been involved in musical worship since 2005. She has always loved leading congregations through musical worship, both solo and on teams since 2007. She is passionate about blending the traditional with the new to create seamless and sacred worship services.

Ethan and Jamie started attending All Saints in February of 2020. In July of the same year Jamie began serving as a worship leader. She officially joined the staff in Summer of 2021 as the Director of Musical Worship.

In her free time Jamie loves going to antique and thrift stores, spending time with family and friends, playing video games, cooking, and exploring new places and restaurants.

Dr. Hanan Yaqub, Interim Choir Master

Hanan Yaqub became a member of All Saints Cathedral in September 2022 after having served for more than 40 years as Minister of Worship and Music at Trinity Presbyterian Church of Santa Ana, where she directed a program of 10 choral and instrumental ensembles and planned weekly worship services known for their broad eclecticism.  Holding choral conducting degrees from Occidental College, California State University Fullerton, and the University of Southern California, Hanan has taught choral music at several Southern California universities and is past-president of the American Choral Directors Association, California chapter. 

Since retiring Hanan has enjoyed guest conducting and adjudicating, as well as singing in both the All Saints choir and the Long Beach Camerata Singers.  Though having lived here for decades, she delights in discovering Long Beach in new ways and being able to walk just 2 blocks to church!

Ellie Sorota, Director of Connections

Ellie Sorota was born and raised in Louisville, Kentucky, but has called SOCAL home for over two decades.  She enjoys meeting all the faces in a room and treasures the surprises that meeting new people bring.  The church played a vital role in her youth and she continues to cling to the church community through her adulthood.  Ellie enjoys good food, traveling, family time, and being creative.  She taught music privately in her own studio before closing her teaching company to care for her family.  She continues to compose on her own time and prefers to write musical theater and worship music.  

Marjorie Fisher, Early Childhood Lead

Marjorie was born and raised in Southern California. She received her BA in History from Biola University and her MA in Theology and the Arts from King's College, London, and is currently pursuing her Montessori Early Childhood credential at UCI.

Marjorie oversees the week-to-week running of the nursery and preschool areas at All Saints Cathedral. She loves exploring the basics of biblical truths alongside the youngest members.

Besides her role at All Saints, Marjorie currently works as an assistant teacher at St. Matthew's Montessori where she teaches the school’s Bible curriculum to groups of 2-6 year olds alongside the many other roles preschool teachers hold.

When not teaching or studying, Marjorie loves to read, knit, listen to music, and spend time with friends and family.

Todd Jones, Director of Acolyte Ministry

Connie Polite, Treasurer and Director of the Stewardship and Finance Team

Caren Spilsbury, Director of Hospitality Ministry

Laurel Howat, Director of Lay Eucharistic and Lay Reading Ministries

Hannah Austin, Director of Usher and Greeter Ministries

Sue Ellen Warren, Director of Mission’s Team Ministry