Joan brings an interesting range of talents and experiences to the position of administrator.

Most recently, she completed the Christian Science Nursing IV class at Tenacre. Over the years, she has served in different capacities as a Christian Science nurse and this most recent course work consolidates her experiences.

Underscoring her devotion to Christian Science and its healing mission, Joan served as the Christian Science Committee on Publication for New York State between 1999 and 2005.

An honors graduate of Yale University, she is a correspondent for “The Christian Science Monitor” and has worked previously as a journalist for other publications as well as the communications coordinator for Pace Law School in New York.

Ester started her Christian Science Nurses’ Training at Fern Lodge and then received advance training at Glenmont. She has been Journal-listed since 2013.

High Ridge House, says Ester, “is a new step of progress in spiritual growth for my Christian Science nursing ministry. It’s an opportunity to grow more and inspire others.”

In additional to her love for Christian Science nursing, Ester loves to cook, something that’s benefiting all of us at High Ridge House.

Viviana makes sure everything at High Ridge House runs smoothly, from housekeeping and food preparation to rest and study guests and everything in between. Vivi began as a part time temporary housekeeper in 2012 while still a student at Monroe College. After graduation, she began working full time splitting her duties between the Housekeeping Department and the Business Office. Vivi is a shining example of “Progress is the law of God…” as she moved from Housekeeping to the Business Office to Management. Now “ask Vivi” is the go to answer to all questions raised behind the scenes at High Ridge House.

Susie is so grateful to be able to use her 30 years of banking experience to serve in the Business Manager capacity for High Ridge House. She works remotely from Dallas where she is also Business Manager for The Leaves.

After graduating from Principia College, Susie packed up her car and made her way to New York City, where she spent 11 years working for Citibank and Marine Midland Bank. She transferred to Dallas and by way of First Interstate Bank, Compass Bank and Bank of Texas, found her way to The Leaves. She has been involved in Christian Science Nursing since 2008.

As a lifelong and devoted Christian Scientist, Susie feels honored to be a part of the Christian Science Nursing Ministry and to further the cause of Christian Science.

Susie married a fellow Principian, Randy West, and they have three boys. Susie also serves as the Treasurer for Third Church in Dallas and the Third Party Payer Committee (TPPC) Coordinator for The Association of Christian Science Nursing (AOCSN).

Management Team