The Rev. Kimberly Baker Glenn accepted a call to Grace and began her ministry here August 1, 2019. She received her M. Div. from Union Presbyterian Seminary in 2013 and completed a Certificate of Anglican Studies from Virginia Theological Seminary in May of 2015. She began her ministry at St. John’s Episcopal Church in Lynchburg, VA in June of 2015 and was ordained in December 2015. Before discerning a call to ordained ministry, Kim served extensively in various lay ministries, specifically with Youth and Outreach and earned a Master of Christian Education from UPSem in 2005. Additionally, Kim has had an extensive business career and has a BS in Business and Economics from Mary Baldwin College. Kim is married to Charles Glenn, a retired patent attorney. They have three children. The oldest son and middle daughter are married, the youngest son is single. They all live in Richmond. Their daughter has two children who are their grandparents delight in life. They also have a precious pet Dalmatian named Penny.
I was an IT banking specialist by profession, but being a church musician is my passion. I grew up sitting on a stool in the choir loft as my mother directed the choir. I began piano at the age of 6 and organ at 10, so I've had quite a run! I keep trying to retire, but, so far, it has not worked. I am splitting my time between Grace and my home church in Mathews, Kingston Parish, which is, also, without an organist at the moment. I'm so glad to be able to help both congregations through this interim periodd.
I’ve been a lifelong resident of the Northern Neck. I have been a lifelong Episcopalian. I grew up attending St. Mary’s Episcopal Church in Fleeton and I went to Northumberland Schools. I then graduated from Rappahannock Community College with an Arts and Sciences Degree with Business specialization. I have since begun studies with Old Dominion University working towards my Degree in Business with a Minor in Information Technologies.
In my free time I enjoy cooking, boating and fishing, playing with my fur babies and most importantly spending time with friends and family.
Marvin Davenport comes to Grace Church as Sexton with varied experience, including the College of William and Mary. Marvin is a very important part of the church. He is responsible for preparation for upcoming events and meetings as well as maintaining the grounds and buildings.
Susan brings her A/V & Tech experience after years learning from tech-savvy “surfer dudes” in Southern California. Visual communication is her focus, whether it be a new photo rich website, timely videos, or streaming the Sunday services. She also calls technology “spiritual technology”, both because it is amazing that such a thing exists, and it is also wise to value technology as a divine gift, because it works better that way.
Treasurer
Jeff Irby
Registrar
Paula Stallard
Senior Warden
Kathy Spangler
Junior Warden
Thomas Gibson
Class of 2025
Bolling Williamson
Pauline Sulick
Thomas Gibson
Class of 2026
David Charlton
Robert Lucas
Laura Frank Sale
Kathy Spangler
Class of 2027
Maggie Nichol
Catherine Baker
Tim Golden
Dennis McNeely
The Vestry is a group of elected lay members of the church who serve as the governing body. They manage affairs of the church, including governance of finances, policies, and procedures. Grace Church has a twelve member Vestry, with a rotation of four members off and on each year. Members are elected by the parish at the Annual Meeting in December and serve a three year term which begins the following January.
The head of the Vestry is the Rector of the church. The Vestry elects wardens and officers each year. The Senior Warden is the senior lay member of the Vestry, who oversees the work of the church and serves as a consultant to the Rector. The Junior Warden is responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of all church buildings and grounds. Officers consist of a Register, who functions as the secretary and official signature of the Vestry, and the Treasurer, who administers all church finances.
The Vestry meets on the third Tuesday of the month. Highlights of this meeting are noted in the monthly newsletter, “Times of Grace” and meeting minutes are posted on the vestry bulletin board in Grace House.