The Church Board
The Board of Elders
The Board of Elders, commonly called the "Board", runs the church's day-to-day operations when the congregation is not seated. Elections for the Board happen on a rotating basis in 3 year cycles, with the person winning the election seated on the Board. The Board is made up of the church's Teaching Elders (our pastor(s), minister(s), clergy folks), and the Ruling Elders who are laity and share power in the decision-making process.
To contact the Board of Elders:
Pastor Martin D. Feltz, Teaching Elder
Martin, known lovingly by his parish as "Marty", grew up in Missouri where his fascination with religion and faith began. From an early age, he appreciated the diversity within the Christian tradition. This idea guides him today in his interactions and preaching, having respect for people of all faith traditions. He was ordained into the ministry in 2017 at Church of Grace in New Jersey, having done his apprenticeship in their Street Ministry. Rev. Feltz has a passion for Jesus, music, and community. He is married to Asya Feltz.
To contact Pastor Feltz:
pastorfeltz@gracechristianchurchinc.org
(828) 278-7415 (text or call)
Esther Miller, Chair of the Board of Elders
Esther has long served the church since she joined in 1990; she has been the treasure, secretary, operations managers and event coordinator before she was installed as an elder in 2023. Esther has a passion for seeing people grow into the likeness of Jesus and is often the sympathetic ear during times of hardship. Deemed the churches "Nanna", Esther works hard to keep furthering the ministry of Grace Christian Church.
Daniel Coffey, Seminary Intern & Clerk to the Board
Daniel Coffey is a life-long native of the area. He attended American Public University where he graduated with a Bachelors of Arts in Religion, Magna Cum Laude. He attends Union Presbyterian Seminary at Charlotte, NC, where he is earing both a Masters of Divinity and a Master of Arts in Christian Education. Daniel is very active in the church and was brought under care of Grace Christian Church for possible ordination in July of 2025; he also has published many articles dealing with religion in America, theology, Christian History, and Church Polity. Daniel has a deep love of Reformed theology, red wine, tennis, and swimming.
Volunteer Church Staff
Jimmy Holscalw, Groundskeeper (Photo fourth coming)
Jimmy has been a part of GCC since the very beginning, and even before when it was First Christian Church of Boone! He enjoys worshiping with the church and has played a major role in the grass cutting, bush trimming, and keeping the property looking its best. Thanks for all that you do, Jimmy! We love you and apricate all you do.
The Boar
Jimmy has been a part of GCC since the very beginning, and even before when it was First Christian Church of Boone! He enjoys worshiping with the church and has played a major role in the grass cutting, bush trimming, and keeping the property looking its best. Thanks for all that you do, Jimmy! We love you and apricate all you do.
The Board of Elders appointed Jimmy Groundskeeper on August 04, 2024.