Pastor Stephen was born and raised in Knoxville, TN and loves the Smoky Mountains. He has served Lutheran congregations in Amarillo, TX and Marietta, GA prior to being called as our pastor in 2021. He is really excited about our congregation because of our worship life that is rooted in...

Peggy grew up in Spring City, TN, and is a graduate of the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. As a licensed nurse and certified teacher, Peggy has worked in various positions in health care, sales, teaching, and management. Music has been an important part of Peggy’s life since the age of...

Sarah Taylor has worked in various office environments throughout her career, and for the past 12 years, has owned and operated her own home remodeling business (painting, backsplashes, trim carpentry, flooring, etc.).  She lives nearby with her daughter, Grace, who is currently double majoring in Elementary Education and Bible at...

Sydney is a dedicated part of our team at Peace and is eager to welcome your children on Sunday mornings. She is CPR certified and loves kids.

I was born in Spokane, Washington, and have lived in North Dakota, Minnesota, New Jersey and Florida before coming to Tennessee.  Music has always been a very important part of my life from playing piano, organ, cornet and singing in choirs.  My father was the pastor of a small church...

Hi there! My name is Grace Taylor, and I am so excited to be Peace’s new Children’s Ministry Event Leader! I am a Knoxville native and graduated from Johnson University in December 2023 with my Bachelor’s in Elementary Education/ESL and Bible & Theology. The best part about leading Peace Kids is...