Cynthia has been a member of Grace Chapel since 1976 and served on Pastoral Staff for 24 years as Pastor of Women’s Ministries. She is a contributing author in Mothers Have Angel Wings by Carol Kent, and What We’ve Learned So Far by Lucinda Secrest McDowell. Cynthia speaks nationally and internationally, and has also authored several Bible studies that are used in churches through the United States. She holds a Doctor of Ministry degree from Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary and was ordained in 2007.
Cynthia co-founded GCScience – a network of scientists at Grace Chapel promoting the view that science and the Christian faith are compatible. She is the author of “In the Lingering Light: Courage and Hope for the Alzheimer’s Caregiver (NavPress) chronicling her husband’s journey through Alzheimer’s Disease, and currently serves on the advisory board for faith-based initiatives with the Alzheimer’s Association.
Cynthia has three adult children and five “perfect” grandchildren. Her favorite activities are long walks-especially on the beach, reading great books, and learning about life through the eyes of her grandchildren.