Meet Our Staff

Find out a little more about our staff team below.

Staff Person 1

Redevelopment Pastor

Ele Clay

Pastor Clay is delighted that the 95th anniversary committee chose the theme "Blazing Paths to
the Future!" It seems right for Augustana at this point in this beautiful history, and she is well
aware of the challenges that will come as our congregation continues to live out that intent in
real time. Pastor Clay’s favorite motto is Watch for God! meaning, watch for what awe-
inspiring thing God will do in and through us as we work together to share God’s love in
purposeful and meaningful ways.

Director of Music

Allen Grubbs

Allen had been the lead musician at Augustana for many years prior to becoming a member in 2001. He plans worship music and coordinates liturgy with Pastor Clay. His leadership during worship is peerless and brings unique and uplifting energy to every Sunday gathering. Allen also writes special lyrics and music arrangements as needed.

Staff Person 2

Executive Committee Members

Jacqueline Parnell

President of the Executive Committee. She has been a vital member of Augustana for 35 years.

Derek Smith

Vice President. He has been a loyal member of Augustana for 55 years.

LeVonne Harrell

Secretary of the Executive Committee. He has been an essential member of Augustana since 1971 or for 52 years.

Colleen Banks

Treasurer of the Executive Committee. She has been an invaluable member of Augustana for 59 years.