Peace Church is affiliated with the United Church of Christ denomination. We are an Open + Affirming, Just Peace, and Sanctuary Congregation.
Peace Church Staff
Brianna Dornbush
Dan Shepard
Custodian
Gudrun Witrak
Pastoral Care Chaplain
Join Us
Worship Services (Year Round) at 8:30am and 10:30am
Education Hour (September through May) at 9:30am
Contact
1111 North 11th Avenue East
Duluth, MN 55805
218.724.3637
office@peaceucc.org
Peace Church Leadership and Organization
Peace Church is governed by a 13-member Coordinating Council in conjunction with the Lead Pastor.
This organizational chart shows the administration and ministries of Peace Church are arranged.
You can learn more about the Teams and Committees here.
Peace United Church of Christ Coordinating Council 2022-2023
| Past Moderator | Tom Hystead |
| Moderator | Joan Peterson |
| Vice Moderator | Jessica Olson |
| Council Secretary | Diane Swanoski |
| Treasurer | Kirby Wood |
| Christian Spiritual Life Representative | |
| Christian Stewardship Representative | Geof Witrak |
| Christian Education Representative | Penny Cragun |
| Acting for Justice Representative | Monica Liddle |
| At Large Member | Stephen Dando |
| At Large Member | Nathan Langer |
| At Large Member | Susan Goltz |
| At Large Member | Melissa Boyle |
Hello! I am here as Business Manager and am ready to jump in and help create this role. Professionally, I’ve worked as an office manager and assistant for two local companies over the last five years. I’m adaptable, as I’ve learned a lot of my skills on the job and have taken on many roles as needed. I hope to put my organizational and professional skills to good use here. I’m excited to become a member of the staff and help the church continue to grow. I grew up in Duluth and think it’s a great place to call home. I spend my free time enjoying nature by skiing, hiking, biking, and camping. I’m also an avid puzzler and gardener. I look forward to meeting you all soon!
I have known of Peace Church since I was involved in local peace and justice work 20+ years ago. Since then, I spent years living and working at a small Buddhist retreat center in the Southwest, where I became the bookkeeper. I went on to gain administrative and financial experience with several different nonprofits and small businesses. I met my spouse Katie in Tucson, where she was a steady part of border-justice work. We moved (back) to Duluth last summer to be closer to Midwestern family, and because she took a job with CHUM. We have enjoyed exploring the area, nature, and a multitude of festivals. This part-time role at Peace Church fits remarkably well with different pieces of my background and lifestyle. I look forward to learning about and supporting all the ways this community manifests!