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The Reverend Dr. Jane-Allison E. Wiggin, was called as part time Priest-in-Charge in January 2022. She was installed as the full time Rector in January 2024.

"What drew me to Historic St. Luke's was its joy in worship, the faithfulness of its longtime members, and its willingness to open wide the doors for more families and neighbors to discover its beauty. St. Luke's reminds us that God cares for the orphan, the widow, the immigrant, the outcast, those who mourn, those who long for justice, and those who are hungry. For that, I am grateful to preach, teach, and pray here."

Mother Jane-Allison was born and baptized in the Episcopal Diocese of Louisiana, grew up in South Carolina, and received her Bachelor of Arts in English from Furman University. Mother Jane-Allison attended Sewanee: The University of the South’s School of Theology and graduated in 2015 with her Master of Divinity. She completed her Doctor of Ministry through Sewanee’s Advanced Degree Program in 2024. 

Mother Jane-Allison was ordained to the transitional diaconate at Trinity Cathedral in Columbia, South Carolina in 2016 and to the priesthood at Christ Episcopal Church in Covington, Louisiana in 2017. She has served previously as Chaplain at Christ Episcopal School Covington, as Associate Rector at Trinity New Orleans, and Diocesan Youth Event Coordinator.

Mother Jane-Allison is passionate about evangelism, teaching, and pilgrimage. She has traveled to Canterbury, Jerusalem, Rome, Santiago de Compostela, as well as many historic Civil Rights landmarks, and hopes to make many more pilgrimages in her lifetime. In her free time, she enjoys browsing bookstores, visiting art markets and museums, trying new restaurants, and walks with her rescue dog. 

May 8th, 2026 

Letter from the Rector:

“Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:6-7 

Dear Church, 

June 3rd will be the anniversary of my first 10 years of ordained ministry, all of which have been spent in the Episcopal Diocese of Louisiana. June 7th will be my last Sunday celebrating at St. Luke’s as its rector, which is bittersweet news to share. 

I am grateful for the 4+ years of ministry at St. Luke’s, first as supply priest, then as priest in charge, and then as your rector. I will leave with many fond memories, especially the many Baptisms, Confirmations, Receptions, feast days, special liturgies, artistic projects and concerts, and outreach ministries we have shared with one another. 

I ask for your prayers for traveling mercies as I begin my next call as a chaplain serving at St. Paul’s School in Concord, New Hampshire. Returning to high school chaplaincy, this time at an Episcopal boarding school, where I will be teaching, living in community, and leading school-wide worship, brings me joy. 

In Christ, 

Mother Jane-Allison+

Rev. Dr. Jane-Allison Wiggin

Whatever your question, ask Ms. Jennifer. She has worked at St. Luke's for decades and has many stories to share with you. 

Victor Campbell is one of the most celebrated young Cuban pianists in New Orleans right now.  We are blessed to have him as our regular Sunday morning organist during the 10am service. The choir also enjoys going to hear him play at Snug Harbor and other venues. 

Victor’s mother encouraged his love of music at a young age. He studied at the National Art Schools in Havana and then began to play Latin jazz. Victor visited New Orleans for the first time as a teenager for the Louis Armstrong Summer Jazz Camp. Now, it’s home. 

You may recognize Victor from the movie Sinners, Jazzfest, or performances at Snug Harbor. 

 The Vestry is the nonprofit board for the church. It has several officers, including the Senior Warden, Junior Warden, and Secretary, as well as the church Treasurer. 

Senior Warden 2025: 

dr tam lee (we,us, ours) joined the vestry in 2024 after becoming confirmed in 2023. Prior to attending St. Luke's tam and her wife Kim were regular attendees at the African Episcopal Church of St. Thomas in Philadelphia. Once we related to New Orleans, we made St. Luke's our home. At St. Luke's, tam is active in the choir, the welcoming committee, building and grounds committee, and the Young Professionals group. When not at church, tam serves as the Head of the Early College at Bard Early College New Orleans. We also enjoy cooking, traveling, playing and listening to music,  and puzzling. We see our time on vestry as a means to serve the church and the Lord, while also continuing Blessed Gaudet's legacy of education, justice, and social reform. 

 The Vestry is the nonprofit board for the church. It has several officers, including the Senior Warden, Junior Warden, and Secretary, as well as the church Treasurer. 

Carolyn Harris began her term as Junior Warden in 2026. 

Carolyn Harris has been a member since 1988. She is returning to the vestry after previously serving 2017-2020. She is an active participant in weekly Bible Study. Carolyn volunteered during the 2023 Summer Reading Camp and collected multiple book donations. She is a member of the church’s Outreach Committee focusing on the Episcopal Church’s commitment to Becoming Beloved Community, a project that encourages expansive evangelism opportunities for the unchurched, as well as the work of racial justice, healing, reconciliation, and creation care. 

Trevor G. Bryan has served in many capacities over the years, previously as treasurer and senior warden. With his wife, Violet, their children and grandchildren bring much joy to the congregation. 

Isa Yasmin-Gonzalez first began attending Saint Luke's in 2019, before the interruption of services due to the pandemic. Following her college graduation, she quickly returned to church with her brother, Joaquin. The siblings were confirmed side by side by Bishop Duckworth in October.  

Since graduating from Tulane University in 2022 with her BS in Finance, she has been working as a bank auditor. Isa is the volunteer bookeeper.

“I have enjoyed my time in the church's choir and have always enjoyed the community at Saint Luke's.”

  Saundra Richardson brings a deep, lifelong commitment to serving others to her candidacy for the Vestry. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology, a Bachelor of Arts in Marketing, and a Master of Social Work—degrees that have deepened her insight into human behavior, community dynamics, and compassionate service. After a distinguished 31-year career in corporate leadership, advancing through progressively responsible roles, she retired from the corporate world. She continues her meaningful leadership role with a major healthcare organization, guiding initiatives that promote the health and well-being of individuals and communities. Her greatest passion, however, is living out the Gospel’s call to love and care for our neighbors through dedicated community service that uplifts those around her and creates tangible, positive change in people’s lives.

Saundra is excited to bring her leadership experience and heartfelt dedication to the Vestry. She looks forward to helping guide our church in faithful stewardship and vibrant ministry, with special emphasis on strengthening membership through greater participation , fostering meaningful intergenerational connections and activities that nurture joyful bonds across every generation in our church family, and ensuring the long-term vitality and longevity of our church for future generations.