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OUR STAFF

Rev. Dr. Braulio Torres

Pastor

artbyte1976@gmail.com
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Dr. Torres is an Ordained Elder in the Baltimore Washington Conference. He received his Masters of Divinity and Doctorate Degrees from Wesley Theological Seminary with an emphasis on addressing the question of how to move from doing ministry for people, to doing ministry with people.
Pastor Braulio comes to Grace Church after serving as executive and associate pastor at two other churches. He is originally from Mexico, is fluent in both English and Spanish, and has 17 years of experience in Information Technology.
His wife, Lucy G. Torres, holds a degree in business administration from the Ana Mendez University in MD. They have two children, Isaac Gabriel Torres and Tabita Itzae Torres. He likes to spend time with his family, go to theme parks, restaurants, watch movies, and holds a 2nd Dan Black Belt in Hapkido.

Anne Payne

Coordinator of Parish Ministries

AnnePayneGUMC@gmail.com
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Anne Payne began her role as Coordinator of Parish Ministries in July of 2016. Previously a teacher,  she now assists the ministries at Grace Church. Leading Bible Studies, planning events, assisting with communication, and website publicity are a few of her responsibilities. Anne is a member of the Only Grace Praise Band and the Carillons Handbell Choir.  

Nancy Woppert

Coordinator of
​Contemporary Worship

rnwoppert@comcast.net
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Nancy Woppert has been involved in many aspects of the music ministry here at Grace UMC for many years. She plays an integral role in the planning and leadership of Contemporary Worship at the church. In addition to serving in her role as Coordinator of Contemporary Worship, she also directs the Only Grace Praise Band, serves as Chair of Music Ministry, and is a valuable member of the Sanctuary Vocal Choir. 

Dennis Stewart

Director of Music and Administrator

GraceMethodistChurch@yahoo.com
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Dennis Stewart has been serving in his role as Director of Music at Grace Church for over 30 years. He plays an integral role in the planning and leadership of Traditional Worship at the church. In addition to being the titular organist of the congregation, Dennis directs the Sanctuary Choir and The Carillons Bell Choir. He also serves as Church Administrator and can be contacted in the church office weekdays 9:00 AM to 1:30 PM.

Barbara Jacobs

Administrative Assistant

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Barbara Jacobs is a life-long member of Grace Church. She joined the office staff as Administrative Assistant in May, 2006. Her duties include the many varied tasks that keep the office and the church functioning smoothly. Additionally, she is a founding member of The Carillons Bell Choir. Barbara can be reached in the church office weekdays from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

Daniel Lopez

Custodian

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Daniel Lopez has been keeping our beautiful church building clean and ready for use since September, 2008. The meeting spaces of Grace Church and the Grace Cooperative Pre-school require daily cleaning and upkeep. We are most thankful to have Danny on our staff to keep the church facility in good order.

ALL ARE WELCOME; COME JUST AS YOU ARE!

Office Hours

M-F: 9AM-1PM

Telephone

(410) 272-0909

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