Leadership

Lauren brings her talents, training and enthusiasm to lead our church as our Senior Pastor.

Stephen leads our congregation's musical life, provides vision and direction for worship, and heads up the discipleship ministry.

Wes is passionate about the intersection of missions and spiritual formation, especially with young people. He brings a strong passion for youth and community ministry. 

Julia serves as Greenwood Forest's Children's Ministry Volunteer Coordinator. She oversees all volunteers in our Children's Ministry including directing our Sunday morning nursery operations and managing our Abuse Prevention Policy process. Julia believes her purpose in life is, and has always been, working with children.

Helen has been our organist since 1999. She also plays the piano and flute and is the accompanist for service music and for the Sanctuary choir.

Karen is a graduate of Meredith College and earned her master’s degree at NC State University.

Randy has been our Custodian since 2004. Along with his work managing the upkeep and maintenance of our facilities, Randy is an active church member. 

In addition to our staff, we place a high emphasis on lay-leadership as a church. We have an elected Board of Deacons that works together throughout the year to help plan, organize, and oversee all the ministries of our church.