ALEX ZUBER
PASTOR
Pastor Alex Zuber was called to serve Grace in the summer of 2026. He is a graduate of the Lutheran Theological Seminary at Philadelphia and James Madison University, where he majored in Public Health Education. Since his ordination in 2017, he has served across the Virginia Synod ELCA, previously at the Stony Man Lutheran Parish in Luray, as interim pastor at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Lexington, and for 7 years at Muhlenberg Lutheran Church in Harrisonburg. Pastor Alex approaches ministry by saying, “I am called to practice hope where it feels impossible – in hospital rooms, waiting seasons, weary corners of communities, anxious questions, and ordinary days. I follow Jesus, trusting that God’s grace is wider than human categories and that faith is often practiced in small, loving acts of service.”
Pastor Alex’s greatest joy is being dad to Nadia. He is married to Renna, and they live in Fishersville with their two dogs (Arya and Finn) and cat (Toothless). In his free time, he loves funny TV shows, good audiobooks, watching sports, and looks for any opportunity to engage musically—trumpet, choir, guitar, and who knows what’s next! These days, you’ll find him outside birdwatching, or running the grill, where he’s always happy to talk about Star Wars, marching band, and other nerdy things! He’s a self-described “big nerd” who loves to dive deep into great stories and great music, and to reflect on how they shine a light on important truths in the world around us. NANCY DOWDY
ADMINISTRATIVE SECRETARY
Nancy joined the Grace staff in December of 2017. She has served in the past as the Executive Director of the United Way of Greater Augusta, Administrative Assistant at DuPont, and on the Waynesboro, VA City Council. Her diverse background and extensive experience in her field, as well as her strong belief of “giving back,” make her an excellent person for the position as Administrative Secretary at Grace. Nancy has one daughter, Keri Wilfong. Keri and her husband, Wil, reside in the area and have two children: Jaxon and Nicolaus.
grace.lc@comcast.net MIKE MYERS
DIRECTOR OF MUSIC & ORGANIST
Mike became our Organist and Choir Director in October 2000. He holds a music education degree from James Madison University and recently retired from a career at State Farm Regional Help Center in Charlottesville, transitioning into a new vocation of teaching, with a focus on improving reading skills for elementary school-aged students. He has served several congregations in his ministry of music and brings a wealth of talent experience and energy to our music programs and worship services. Mike oversees all our music programs and their volunteer directors and he directs our worship choir. In additions he serves as our organist/pianist and occasionally blesses us with his wonderful vocal talents. While Mike does not work in our congregation full time, he would be delighted to respond to your inquiry or better yet, just come to choir practice this week!
mickhdking@aol.com