Get to Know Our Church Staff
Pastor Bob Clipp
A Note From the Pastor
Welcome to Grace United Methodist Church! At the age of 18 I responded to God’s call to be an ordained Pastor in the United Methodist Church. During the following seven years I secured the education and training that was necessary to become Ordained. I have served Christ for over 38 years, being Ordained in May, 1978. I have served churches in Western Maryland and the Eastern Panhandle of West Virginia, in Anne Arundel County, Baltimore County and for the last 11 years in Harford County at Grace Church in Aberdeen.
Grace Church is a vibrant church in downtown Aberdeen. We are driven by God’s call to make disciples. We accomplish that mission through our worship, our nurturing ministries and serving the community. As we succeed at our mission we live out our vision to “Live our lives in such a way that the world around us will see the Christ within us!”
As the Pastor of Grace Church I am committed to welcoming all of God’s children and seeing them included in the Grace Church family. As a follower of Jesus I believe that ALL God’s children are welcome in God’s house. Jesus did not spend his ministry building walls, but rather he spent his days tearing down the barriers that divided the faith community. He spoke out often against those who would create new barriers or reinforce old barriers. At Grace Church we seek to tear down the barriers that divide the children of God in the 21st century. I invite you to join us in this exciting ministry!!
You may contact the Pastor via email at Pastor Bob Clipp.
Welcome to Grace United Methodist Church! At the age of 18 I responded to God’s call to be an ordained Pastor in the United Methodist Church. During the following seven years I secured the education and training that was necessary to become Ordained. I have served Christ for over 38 years, being Ordained in May, 1978. I have served churches in Western Maryland and the Eastern Panhandle of West Virginia, in Anne Arundel County, Baltimore County and for the last 11 years in Harford County at Grace Church in Aberdeen.
Grace Church is a vibrant church in downtown Aberdeen. We are driven by God’s call to make disciples. We accomplish that mission through our worship, our nurturing ministries and serving the community. As we succeed at our mission we live out our vision to “Live our lives in such a way that the world around us will see the Christ within us!”
As the Pastor of Grace Church I am committed to welcoming all of God’s children and seeing them included in the Grace Church family. As a follower of Jesus I believe that ALL God’s children are welcome in God’s house. Jesus did not spend his ministry building walls, but rather he spent his days tearing down the barriers that divided the faith community. He spoke out often against those who would create new barriers or reinforce old barriers. At Grace Church we seek to tear down the barriers that divide the children of God in the 21st century. I invite you to join us in this exciting ministry!!
You may contact the Pastor via email at Pastor Bob Clipp.
Anne PayneCoordinator of Parish Ministries |
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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. She can be reached through the church office or directly by email.
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Nancy WoppertCoordinator of
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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. She can be reached through the church office.
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Dennis StewartDirector of Music and Administrator |
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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.
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Barbara JacobsAdministrative 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.
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Daniel LopezCustodian |
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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.
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