OUR CHURCH STAFF
Pastor ..................................................................................................coming soon
Peace Lutheran has begun the search for a new pastor following Pastor Miller's new call that began on January 1. This is a time of discernment and possibility. We are excited to see where God will lead us. An interim pastor will be named soon to help us through this transition and in the mean time, worship and activities will continue as usual. We hope you will join us on this journey!
Peace Lutheran has begun the search for a new pastor following Pastor Miller's new call that began on January 1. This is a time of discernment and possibility. We are excited to see where God will lead us. An interim pastor will be named soon to help us through this transition and in the mean time, worship and activities will continue as usual. We hope you will join us on this journey!
Pastoral Associate ..............................................................................Melissa Woeppel
In July, 2018 Melissa completed a year as our vicar (seminary intern) and we are delighted that she will stay with us part time as she completes her M.Div. at 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 continuing her ministry in Charlottesville. (mwoeppel@uls.edu)
In July, 2018 Melissa completed a year as our vicar (seminary intern) and we are delighted that she will stay with us part time as she completes her M.Div. at 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 continuing her ministry in Charlottesville. (mwoeppel@uls.edu)
Director of 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 in Pennsylvania. 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 Benjamin, and her 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 in Pennsylvania. 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 Benjamin, and her 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 her dog Snowflake and the rest of her menagerie. She is anxiously awaiting the arrival of her new puppy, Patches. (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 her dog Snowflake and the rest of her menagerie. She is anxiously awaiting the arrival of her new puppy, Patches. (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.
OUR LEADERSHIP COUNCIL and FINANCIAL OFFICERS
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John Voight, President
John Williams, Vice President Sue Mueller, Secretary Shannon Hofer ElizaBeth McCay Crystal Pariseau Doug Price Elizabeth Stevens |
Chris Engel, Treasurer
Tim Wessel, Asst. Treasurer Tom Czelusta, Financial Secretary Shannon Hofer, Asst. Financial Secretary |
Leadership Council members and officers are unpaid positions of service and are filled by members of the church. The congregation elects the members of the Leadership Council for set terms. We are grateful for their commitment to the life of Peace and their willingness to serve.