LEADERSHIP

Pastor Tim has been married to his beautiful wife, Sarah, for over 20 years. Their lively home includes six wonderful daughters, one energetic son, and a black cat named Saylor. As Pastor of Grace Covenant, his role includes preaching & vision, as well as leadership development for staff, elders and deacons. His passion is to see the church continue to grow in grace, and to reach more people with the good news of freedom and family. His go-to activities are golf, frisbee and sailing, but he likes slow down with a cup of Starbucks and a good book.

“Mission Jim” has been married to his wonderful wife, Lois, since 1958, and they have five married children and three adult grandchildren. Lois and Jim helped found Grace Covenant and led its Missions effort. As Missions Pastor, Jim is now concentrating on developing knowledgeable, inspired, experienced Missions leadership for our church’s future. Jim and Lois live in the Simpson Meadows senior living community in Downingtown with their lovable Sheltie, Billy Boy; and Jim is still writing sermons, now for the twice-a-month Sunday evening worship services he leads there.

Christopher was born and raised in the Philly suburbs, and he and his college sweetheart, Jeannie, reside right here in Exton, PA. They're blessed with three wonderful children and three wonderful grandsons. As a songwriter and recording artist with Integrity Music, Maranatha Music and Sovereign Grace Music, it's been Christopher's joy and calling to strengthen, encourage and comfort the Body of Christ (1 Cor. 14:3) and to help people of all generations come to see the greatness of God. He and Jeannie are so grateful that the Lord has led them here to Grace Covenant.

Suzie Alesius has been the Office Administrator at Grace Covenant since the church began in 2012. Suzie views working at Grace Covenant as her ministry rather than a job. She is always quick to acknowledge a church member’s birthday, or lend a sympathetic ear when someone is having struggles. Suzie loves spending time with her husband, Alan, her son Eric, her friends and her church family. She plays the piano, likes to golf and root on her beloved team, the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Bridget is married to John and has 3 children, Keira, Hannah, and Sean, and a dog named Toby. She has been a part of Grace Covenant since the start, serving in many capacities over the years. As Director of Grace Kids, her hope is for the children of Grace Covenant to personally experience God’s love for them and for the families to grow in Christ together. In her free time, she loves cheering on her own kids in their various activities, spending time with extended family, and enjoying a nice cup of tea.

Brigitte is married to Matthew and has two children, Ryan and Lauren, and one energetic poodle named Scout. Brigitte is the Financial Administrator at Grace Covenant and is responsible for the implementation and maintenance of the financial affairs of the church. Her desire is for her children to continue to grow in their love for Christ. She loves coffee, quiet trips to Wegman's and time at the Ocean City, NJ beach.

Seth is married to his beautiful wife Megan, and they have one daughter, Eloise Ruth. They have been part of Grace Covenant since January 2020. As Director of Youth and Young Adults, his hope is for the young people of Grace Covenant to grow in the grace and knowledge of the Lord Jesus Christ, and to passionately share the hope of the gospel with their peers. In his free time, he loves doing yardwork, playing golf, playing music, taking walks with Megan, lifting weights, and studying theology and history.