Leadership

Rev. Daniel Vanek is dedicated to spiritual formation through the proclamation of the word, pastoral care, and community outreach. A native of Mobile, Alabama, he earned a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Huntingdon College in Montgomery before pursuing his Master of Divinity at Columbia Theological Seminary in Decatur, GA.

Before joining Tapestry of Faith, Rev. Daniel was a pastor in Houston, TX. His ministerial journey has also included serving as a pastor, campus minister, and hospital chaplain in various communities throughout South Louisiana.

Rev. Daniel is passionate about building a faith community that reflects the love of Christ through compassionate service and meaningful worship. Outside of his pastoral duties, he enjoys spending time with his spouse, Haley, and their two sons. Daniel is an avid fan of science fiction films, enjoys learning about the latest tech trends, listens to podcasts in his free time, and loves a good cup of coffee.

Rev. Daniel is excited to be in Tuscaloosa and looks forward to building lasting relationships within the church and community. He is thrilled to be in T-town. Roll Tide!

Jackie is a true jackie-of-all-trades with a Ph.D. in Communication and a Masters in Library Information Science from The University of Alabama. She shares her expertise by teaching at multiple colleges, balancing a wide range of responsibilities with ease. Jackie is married to Diane, and they share a deep love for God’s creatures, specifically cats. In addition to her academic pursuits, Jackie has a passion for music, which brings harmony and inspiration to her life.

Don graduated from the University of Alabama, earning a master’s degree in library services. He retired from the Alabama Community College System after a dedicated career in education. Don is married to Linda, and they have two adult children. We are truly blessed to have him as part of our church community. A gifted pianist, he shares his musical talents with us, enriching our worship and fellowship.