Debra Lucas began serving as St. Peter's pastor in July 2009. Prior to her ministry with St. Peter's, Debra served Three Oaks Fellowship UMC in Hardy, Virginia, for seven years, and Bon Air UMC in Richmond as an associate for five years. In 1996, Debra graduated from Emory University's Candler School of Theology with a Master of Divinity. She earned her undergraduate degree in Biblical Studies and Theology from Eastern Mennonite University.

Debra and her husband Boyd enjoy the antics of their three cats, Butterscotch, Sophie, and Jamie.

A graduate of James Madison University and the University of Miami, “Dr. G” is Assistant Professor and Director of Music Education at Virginia Commonwealth University. He has been the Music Director at St. Peter’s since 2002 and lives in Ashland with his family.

Katherine is originally from Maryland where she was valedictorian of her high school class. She attended the University of Richmond, receiving dual degrees in Biology and Religion. Katherine continued her studies at Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Texas, graduating with a Masters of Theological Studies in May. While in graduate school Katherine worked as a Youth Director in Dallas. She is happy to be back in Richmond and again working with youth.

Blanche is a self-taught musician who began playing the organ at St. Peter’s in 2003. She also sings in the choir and frequently accompanies her husband, Ernie, when he sings a solo. She was thrilled when the church purchased a new organ in 2005.

Montpelier resident SueEllen Terrell joined the ministry team as secretary in March 2010. She spent 25 years in the clerical end of the insurance industry before taking a couple of years off to attend classes to update software skills. Now enjoying part time work at St. Peter's, she is married and has 2 sons and 5 grandchildren and keeps a flock of chickens!

Linda began working in St. Peter's nursery in March 2010. She lives on Rt. 54 near Patrick Henry High School. Linda has driven a bus for Hanover County for 12 years and has worked for Toddler Town day care center in Ashland for 2 years. She is a single mom of a 21-year-old daughter in her 3rd year of college. Linda is delighted to welcome God's littlest angels to the nursery.