I have been blessed to serve as the church Secretary at Glenwood since 2021, where I find joy in supporting our church family and community. My faith has been the foundation of my life since accepting Christ at a young age while growing up at Garden Creek Baptist. This year, I celebrate 20 wonderful years of marriage to my husband, Mark, and together, we cherish our five children and three grandchildren. We enjoy the peaceful beauty of our farm, though my heart always feels at home in the mountains. I am grateful for the opportunity to serve and excited for what God has in store for our church in the years ahead.
Jennifer moved to the Glenwood community with her family at age 3. Most of her life has been spent living and serving in the Glenwood community. She attended Western Piedmont Community College, where she obtained a degree in Design. After becoming a mother, she found her passion for working with children and their families. Jennifer received a degree in Early Childhood Education from McDowell Technical Community College while working for McDowell County Schools at Glenwood Elementary in the Part Day Preschool program and Family Resource Center. Furthering her desire to help others, Jennifer became a Volunteer Firefighter and EMT, volunteering for the Glenwood Fire Department and McDowell County EMS.
In 2002, Jennifer took on another role as the church's custodian. Except for a short break, Jennifer and her family have served the church in the role of Custodian/Janitor, working to ensure the church is clean, repaired, warm (and cool), and welcoming to all who enter.
“As the Custodian/Janitor of Glenwood Baptist, I have been able to give back to the church, which has been the center of many life events for me. It has allowed me time to work alongside my son, daughter, and husband. When I think of some of the most essential times in my life and my family’s life, I think of this church and those who have served and continue to serve. Glenwood Baptist has been the cornerstone of my Christian walk, from being baptized and growing in God’s word to meeting the love of my life and raising my children.
Treasurer I was born and raised in McDowell County, where I was blessed with wonderful parents and four brothers. One of the greatest traditions in our family has been gathering for Sunday lunch, a tradition that started before I was born and continues to this day with my brothers and I. I graduated from McDowell High School and furthered my education with courses at McDowell Tech. In my early 20s I began working in the Child Support Office at McDowell County DSS, where I dedicated 30 years of service before retiring in 2018. Even in retirement I stay busy with my grandchildren and delivering groceries for Walmart on occasion. I have been married to my husband since 1986. Together, we have built a beautiful family, including two sons, Ryan and Jarred, their wives Ashley and Sarah, and our precious grandchildren, Kloe’, Kian, Annie and June. In my free time I enjoy sewing and reading. Family has always been at the heart of my life, and I cherish the moments spent with those I love.
