Lisa Vogt - Office Manager
When you walk into the church office, you are bound to be met by Lisa's cheery smile and bubbly personality. As the Office Manager, Lisa is the one to contact for a variety of issues from giving records to scheduling of church events. Her job requires her to be accessible to everyone in the congregation, which she does with enthusiasm and a willing spirit. Lisa has been a part of our staff since 2001. She is married to Cary and has two daughters, Rachel and Megan.
717-464-2782 (extension 142)
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Shirl Pearson - Administrative Assistant
Shirl is most visible in her role as Administrative Assistant for Senior Adults. She enjoys working with the seniors and caring for the many details that come up from week to week. She also helps in general office work. She and her husband Randy have three sons and make their home in Strasburg.
717-464-2782 (extension 132)
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Vicki Harnish - Financial Administrative Assistant
Vicki loves the challenge of a good puzzle. As Grace's bookkeeper, you can find her in the church office putting all the pieces together of Grace's finances. She loves helping the staff put together their own part of the puzzle. Raised in Rising Sun, MD, Vicki earned her Bachelor of Science Degree in Accounting at Goldey-Beacom College. Vicki came to Grace first as a Kids Express Preschool teacher in 2009. In her spare time, Vicki is at home on the family farm with her husband, son, daughter and family dog, Daisy.
717-464-2782 (extension 131)
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Jan Shetter - Director of Assimilation
Connecting people to people and to God is what energizes Jan! She can be seen Sunday mornings working with the Lobby Hosts or at the Hospitality Center; her assimilation team has majored in making guests feel welcome at Grace. Jan has been on staff since 1998; she has her Master of Education in Music degree from Trenton State University. She is married to Sheldon, and they have four grown children and six grandchildren.
717-464-2782 (extension 125)
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Brad Gibbs - Director of Student Ministries
Shalom; Brad Gibbs here, the young man with the privilege of hanging out with the teens at Grace Church @ Willow Valley. My gig is all about equipping students to Know God, Build Community, and Serve others as they go along for the Glory of Yahweh. I consider teens to be the most powerful people group in the world when they are passionate and equipped to succeed. The energy and strength exuded from a room of teenagers is both powerful and exciting. My passion for teens is strong because each and every one of them yearns for acceptance; unfortunately, only a few actually feel loved on a daily basis. My job is to make every teen I meet feel like they are the most important person in the world; a thumbprint of the creator. It is by God's grace alone that I am in the position that I am to serve and influence lives. I am not perfect nor will I ever be. I am in process learning how to know the Character of God and reflect it every second of every day. If you think of me pray for me, because I need all the help I can get. Grace and Peace to you from God our Father! Soli Deo Gloria!
717-464-2782 (extension 127)
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Tina Palguta - Director of Children's Ministry & Kids Express Preschool
In her role as the Director of Kids Express Preschool, you are sure to find Tina floating from classroom to classroom during school days. Tina began this role in July, 2006. Her great organizational skills and lengthy background in both preschool and public schools is a tremendous asset to our preschool. Tina has lived in Lancaster County for the past 14 years. She has several degrees, the latest being a Masters of Education. She feels blessed by God for bringing her to an exceptional church and preschool! Tina resides in Manheim Township with her husband and two boys.
717-464-1439 (extension 129)
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