About Our Vicar:
William B. “Father Bill” Miller is the founder of Saint Cecilia’s Round Top. He is a writer, priest, and speaker, who is the author of three books, including The Gospel According to Sam: Animal Stories for the Soul (20th Anniversary Edition), The Last Howlelulah: Tails from the Trail, and The Beer Drinker’s Guide to God: The Whole and Holy Truth about Lager, Loving, and Living. His sermons and keynote talks—delivered at conferences, churches, and organizations across the United States and Europe—blend inspiration, humor, and unforgettable stories that leave audiences moved and motivated. Father Bill has founded four music festivals and pioneered numerous creative worship experiences celebrating the musical legacies of many of the world’s greatest artists. He was a founding partner of Padre’s, a legendary music venue in Marfa, Texas. He has pastored innovative churches in Hawaii, Texas and Louisiana, all of which grew significantly and became models of vibrant faith communities under his leadership. He is a passionate animal advocate who has rescued eight dogs. He lives in Round Top with his dog Mystic. Learn more or subscribe to his “Spirituality for Real People” enews at FatherBill.net
“Fr. Bill Miller is the kind of priest I wish every church could have. And when you read or hear him, you feel he is the kind of friend whose acquaintance you are so glad to have made you want to keep him on speed-dial for the rest of your natural days.” the Rev. Kempton Baldridge
Music Director, Musician
Singer-songwriter Joey McGee makes music infused with the energy of his native New Orleans, informed by his days of working and living in Pittsburgh and inspired by the Brazos Valley experiences of his current home in Bryan, Texas. Influences from time spent in San Antonio also contribute to his appealing sound: an original mix of soul, country, blues, and rock that fit well in the American folk-roots tradition. Joey is our beloved artist-in-residence and you can discover more about him and his body of work here: www.joeymcgee.com.
Church Administrator
Danelle Knox has joined our Saint Cecilia’s staff as quarter-time administrator. As our congregation has grown so quickly, more and more administrative tasks are required to keep us organized and on track. According to Fr. Bill “We are blessed to bring aboard someone who is not only a capable administrator with great work experience in the business world, she also understands the unique organizational structure of a church and how communities of faith function at their best. We are blessed to have her join our incredible staff!”
Danelle is a native Houstonian who transplanted to Brenham in 2016 to pastor the Vineyard Church with her husband, Joel, where they also lead worship. Danelle and Joel have 3 grown children; Chris, Jessica, and Anna, a son-in-law, daughter-in-law, 3 grand-dogs and 2 grand-cats. Danelle and Joel love taking road trips together and discovering whatever adventures might lie around the next turn. She is thrilled to be a part of the team at St. Cecilia’s as the new church Administrator.
Bookkeeper
My name is Joyce Bacak. I was born in Weimar, graduated from Weimar Hight School and Wharton County Junior College with degrees in Data Process (Computer Programing) and Accounting. After four years at Shell Oil in Houston I moved to Flatonia to marry my husband Lee Bacak 42 years ago. We have been blessed with two sons, Patrick who lives in the Freyburg area and works in the oilfield and Lee Jr who live in Santa Monica, California and works in the film industry. I have worked in the accounting field for 43 years before retiring from full time employment in November of 2021. Upon retirement my husband and I moved to a part of my mother’s home place outside of Hallettsville. I have my own bookkeeping business and my husband likes to work on small engines and enjoys taking care of the property. We are members of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Hallettsville. I’m looking forward to assuming my duties at St. Cecilia’s and meeting more of its members.
