Meet our Leadership Team

LCGS welcomed the Rev. Kenneth Albright to our congregation on February 1, 2020. Pastor Ken received his BA in Christian Education at Lenoir-Rhyne University in 1990 and a Master of Divinity at Lutheran Theological Southern Seminary in Columbia, SC in 1994. Ordained in 1994, he has served as a parish pastor for 25 years, most recently at St. Thomas Lutheran Church in Palmetto Bay, FL. Pastor Ken and his wife, Charlotte, have two adult daughters. He calls himself a “south paw” who enjoys hiking, biking, birding, tennis, photography, gardening, archery and finding new trails to explore. Pastor Ken can be reached through the church office at lcgs@comporium.net or (828) 883-3680.

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The Rev. Kenneth Albright - Pastor

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Whitney Ferrara - Office Manager

A native of Dallas, TX, Whitney and her husband moved to Brevard over 5 years ago. She came to LCGS with a background as a business analyst and customer service representative in the manufacturing sector. Whitney’s quick sense of humor and unique light-hearted approach to any challenge has a positive impact on everyone with whom she interfaces and every situation, no matter how complex. Whitney can be reached during LCGS office hours at lcgs@comporium.net or (828) 883-3680.

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David Gresham - Minister of Music

David has been the LCGS Minister of Music since 2012. He is also an Assistant Professor of Music and Director of Choral Activities at Brevard College, where he conducts the choirs and teaches other music-related courses. David serves as Director and Conductor of the Transylvania Choral Society and is the current President of the NC Chapter of the National Association of Teachers of Singing. He and his wife have a son and are thrilled to be part of the LCGS church family. David can be reached through the church office at lcgs@comporium.net or (828) 883-3680.

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Vance Reese - Instrumentalist

A native of Knoxville, TN, Vance works full-time as an Assistant Professor of Music at Brevard College, in addition to his activities with LCGS. He has also made recordings for the Biltmore Estate and served as an accompanist for the Asheville Symphony Chorus and Asheville Choral Society, as well as currently serving as a Co-Principal Double Bass with the Asheville Symphony Orchestra. Vance lives in Brevard with his wife and son (when he’s home from college). Vance can be reached through the church office at lcgs@comporium.net or (828) 883- 3680.

LCGS welcomed Abby Glass to our staff in February 2022 in a joint position shared with St. Philip’s Episcopal Church in Brevard. Abby moved from Chattanooga, TN by way of Springfield, OH where she graduated from Wittenberg University with degrees in Religion and Environmental Science. While in college, she worked in the campus chapel and volunteered with Lutheran and Episcopal youth groups. After graduation, she spent three months volunteering in Vicksburg, MS. Although Abby was raised in the Methodist tradition, her family has a long history of time spent in Montreat, where she also worked for the Presbyterian conference center for two summers. Abby says, “When I found this job description, I was excited for the chance to have a job that would allow me to work with the two denominations that were so impactful on my faith during college.” In her free time, Abby enjoys reading, playing board games, hiking and biking.

Abby Glass - Children, Youth & Family Minister


Lay Staff

Karen VanDonsel, Financial Secretary

Donna Aiken-Colflesh, Communications Coordinator


2024 Congregation Council

The Congregation Council is responsible for the general oversight of LCGS life and activities, including the worship life, to the end that everything be done in accordance with the Word of God and the faith and practice of the ELCA.  Council members are elected by the congregation each November for terms of 1 to 3 years, starting January 1st of the following calendar year.  The Council officers – President, Vice President, Treasurer and Secretary – along with the Pastor comprise the Executive Committee.

The Executive Committee meets monthly and monthly Congregation Council meetings are typically held on the 3rd Tuesday.

Lorel Durlak - Secretary

Ken Albright - Pastor

Kate Reinke

Joy Woodward

Mike Whitaker

John Colflesh - Treasurer

Dean Jagels

Jane McKeown - Vice President

Don Agnew - President

Paul Onnink