OUR CHURCH STAFF
Pastor ..........................................................................Rev. Lauren Miller
The Reverend Lauren E. Miller is our full-time pastor here at Peace Lutheran Church. Pastor Lauren has been with us since April of 2014, and previously served as Associate Pastor at Hope Lutheran Church in Michigan. She is a graduate of Lutheran Theological Seminary at Gettysburg and a proud supporter of Valparaiso University where she received her undergraduate degree. Pastor Lauren and her family have become a welcome part of the Peace Lutheran family. (pastorlaurenmiller@gmail.com)
The Reverend Lauren E. Miller is our full-time pastor here at Peace Lutheran Church. Pastor Lauren has been with us since April of 2014, and previously served as Associate Pastor at Hope Lutheran Church in Michigan. She is a graduate of Lutheran Theological Seminary at Gettysburg and a proud supporter of Valparaiso University where she received her undergraduate degree. Pastor Lauren and her family have become a welcome part of the Peace Lutheran family. (pastorlaurenmiller@gmail.com)
Vicar .......................................................................................Melissa Woeppel
Melissa Woeppel joins Peace as their vicar for the 2017-2018 year. She is in her third year of studies United Lutheran Seminary in Gettysburg. Upon completion of her M.Div degree, she looks forward to being ordained in the ELCA and becoming a pastor! Melissa is originally from Nebraska and attended Bethany College in Lindsborg, KS. She cheers for the Nebraska Huskers and the Kansas City Royals. Other hobbies include reading, cooking, live music, and rec sports. She would also describe herself as a foodie so be sure to share recommendations with her! She looks forward to this year of ministry in Charlottesville. (mwoeppel@uls.edu)
Melissa Woeppel joins Peace as their vicar for the 2017-2018 year. She is in her third year of studies United Lutheran Seminary in Gettysburg. Upon completion of her M.Div degree, she looks forward to being ordained in the ELCA and becoming a pastor! Melissa is originally from Nebraska and attended Bethany College in Lindsborg, KS. She cheers for the Nebraska Huskers and the Kansas City Royals. Other hobbies include reading, cooking, live music, and rec sports. She would also describe herself as a foodie so be sure to share recommendations with her! She looks forward to this year of ministry in Charlottesville. (mwoeppel@uls.edu)
Director of Child, Youth & Family Ministry...........................Jennie Carter
Director of youth and family ministries at Peace Lutheran ... also a child of God, wife, mom, friend, daughter, sister, Sunday school teacher, Bible study facilitator, taxi driver, short order cook, health nut, nature lover and hopeful optimist with a heart for Christ. I have attended Peace with my family since 2000 and have been blessed to be a part of the youth ministry since 2009. I am so thankful for the opportunity to walk beside and with so many amazing youth. (plcyouth@gmail.com)
Director of youth and family ministries at Peace Lutheran ... also a child of God, wife, mom, friend, daughter, sister, Sunday school teacher, Bible study facilitator, taxi driver, short order cook, health nut, nature lover and hopeful optimist with a heart for Christ. I have attended Peace with my family since 2000 and have been blessed to be a part of the youth ministry since 2009. I am so thankful for the opportunity to walk beside and with so many amazing youth. (plcyouth@gmail.com)
Director of Music Ministry....................................................... Katrina Sutton
Making music has been my passion since I was a young child. Having earned a Bachelors Degree in Music Education (Vocal and Instrumental) and a Masters in Educational Leadership, I have had the privilege of teaching music/choir in the public schools as well as teaching private piano lessons for over 25 years.
I've loved Jesus and His church since I was 9. It was in church that God placed His call on my life to minister in music. I have been involved with many churches over the years and still enjoy the challenge of combining musicians of every age and skill level into teams who are willing to continue learning and growing. If you are interested in becoming involved, I would love to talk with you! (plcmusicminister@gmail.com)
Making music has been my passion since I was a young child. Having earned a Bachelors Degree in Music Education (Vocal and Instrumental) and a Masters in Educational Leadership, I have had the privilege of teaching music/choir in the public schools as well as teaching private piano lessons for over 25 years.
I've loved Jesus and His church since I was 9. It was in church that God placed His call on my life to minister in music. I have been involved with many churches over the years and still enjoy the challenge of combining musicians of every age and skill level into teams who are willing to continue learning and growing. If you are interested in becoming involved, I would love to talk with you! (plcmusicminister@gmail.com)
Parish Administrator................................................................Teresa Cooper
Prior to joining Peace Lutheran in January of 2013, Teresa worked for the Associated Press Media Editors coordinating journalism training across the US.
She has served as a deacon, personnel committee and choir member in her home church, and as a school board director in her home town, Jenkintown, PA. Teresa has a BA from Binghamton University and her master's degree from UVA. Outside of the office, her passions are reading, pilates, reading, musical theater, reading, and her family, husband Greg and grown children Julia (and husband, Jason) and Benjamin, and her new grandson, Jack.
(plchurchcville@gmail.com)
Prior to joining Peace Lutheran in January of 2013, Teresa worked for the Associated Press Media Editors coordinating journalism training across the US.
She has served as a deacon, personnel committee and choir member in her home church, and as a school board director in her home town, Jenkintown, PA. Teresa has a BA from Binghamton University and her master's degree from UVA. Outside of the office, her passions are reading, pilates, reading, musical theater, reading, and her family, husband Greg and grown children Julia (and husband, Jason) and Benjamin, and her new grandson, Jack.
(plchurchcville@gmail.com)
Bookkeeper..........................................................................Carla Samuel
Carla brings a wealth of bookkeeping and administrative experience to Peace. She joined the staff in 2014 after relocating from Northern Virginia to be near family. Her easy smile and financial skills make her a welcome addition! In her free time Carla loves to ride her bike (her motorcycle), socialize with friends and family, and take care of Mr. Goldman, the cat who adopted her, and Snowflake, her newest puppy. (plcbookkeeper@gmail.com)
Carla brings a wealth of bookkeeping and administrative experience to Peace. She joined the staff in 2014 after relocating from Northern Virginia to be near family. Her easy smile and financial skills make her a welcome addition! In her free time Carla loves to ride her bike (her motorcycle), socialize with friends and family, and take care of Mr. Goldman, the cat who adopted her, and Snowflake, her newest puppy. (plcbookkeeper@gmail.com)
OFFICE HOURS
Monday - Fridays: 9:30AM-1:30PM
434-978-4357
Please call ahead as the office may occasionally close during regular hours. If you need to access the church building when we are not open, please make prior arrangements with the office.
Monday - Fridays: 9:30AM-1:30PM
434-978-4357
Please call ahead as the office may occasionally close during regular hours. If you need to access the church building when we are not open, please make prior arrangements with the office.
