The Rev. Chip Broadfoot
​Rector

Chip Broadfoot was ordained to the priesthood in 2008.  He served at parishes in the diocese of Alabama and East Carolina prior to being called as rector of Church of the Transfiguration in Saluda in February 2019. Chip was born in Memphis, TN.  He is a graduate of Mississippi State University, and he received his M. Div. from The School of Theology at The University of the South. Chip has served at the diocesan level as Spiritual Director at several Cursillo and Happening retreats, many summer camp Chaplaincies, diocesan camp boards, the Commission on Ministry, the East Carolina Foundation, and Executive Council.  Chip loves fly fishing, walking along Saluda's Main Street, hiking with his wife Becky, playing Pickleball, and entertaining friends for dinner.  In January of 2022, Chip and Becky celebrated their 31st wedding anniversary.  They have two daughters. rector@transfigurationsaluda.org

Vivian James
​Parish Administrator

Vivian James was graduated from a Travel School in Atlanta, GA in the early 1980’s.  During her 35 plus years in the industry she has worked with the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association as well as the World Methodist Congress in planning conferences and travel arrangements for employees and participants.  She was born and raised in Saluda.  After moving away in the early 80’s she, her husband Alex and their daughter Ali moved back to Saluda in the mid 90’s to Vivian’s grandparents family home where they still live.  You can see her and their dog, Kuechly, walking around town pretty much on a daily basis. administrator@transfigurationsaluda.org

Debra Hinson Bridges
Organist, Co-Choir Director

Debra Hinson Bridges (Deb) has served as a church musician for fifty years, beginning at age 12, at numerous churches and parishes in North Carolina. Her collegiate accomplishments include a B.A. in music performance and composition from St. Andrews University; M.A. in humanities with a concentration in hymnology from California State University; and professional certificates from Duke University, Cornell, Westminster Choir College, and The Ohio State University. She is a member of the American College of Musicians (ACM) and has served as an adjudicator for the National Piano Guild for 25 years. Among her published works are Sanctus and Gloria in “Enriching Our Music” (Church Publishing Inc.) and “Carolina Hymn and Harmony” (California State University). In addition, her piano and ensemble compositions have been featured at the University of South Carolina, St. Andrews University, UNC-Pembroke, and the University of London.  
​writemyline@gmail.com

Julianna Winchell
Organist, Co-Choir Director

​​ Julianna Winchell (Julie) was born in Greenville, AL and grew up in Lake Wales, FL,  went on to earn a bachelor’s and master’s  degrees in piano performance from Florida State University.  She studied piano and composition with John Boda and  organ with Michael Corzine and James Hart.  She is a member of Sigma Alpha Iota and Pi Kappa Lambda, National professional music fraternities.
While at FSU she met and married fellow music student, Richard Winchell, a composer/conductor.  They've worked together in churches and taught privately for over 50 years.  Julie also worked in a nursing-rehab/facility and presented piano programs. She proudly formed an Alzheimer Bell Choir.  She's served as accompanist to instrumentalists, vocalists, choral groups and musical productions.
 Julie and Richard are parents of John, Kate and Elizabeth and grandparents of Kaleb who lives with them and their two cats, Moe and Bebe.  She enjoys walking, reading, playing word games online with former students, making soup in winter and salad in summer. ​sarahjwin18@gmail.com

Tim Morris
Bookkeeping​

Tim Morris and his wife, Anne Lee, have lived on Laurel Mountain Trail in Saluda for around five years, moving from Charleston, South Carolina. Tim has a BBA and an MBA from the University of Georgia. He has worked in the insurance industry for firms like Travelers, The Hartford and others since graduating UGA in 1973. You can access LinkedIn for his business history. He was born in Rossville, Georgia near Chattanooga, Tennessee and has two daughters living in Chattanooga and Marietta and a step-daughter who lives in Seattle. Tim is largely retired but does some independent consulting and volunteer work with SCORE, Saluda Community Table, and Pop Up Pantry, as well as attending the Men’s Club. He plays golf at the Hendersonville Country Club and belongs to EFitness Gym in Hendersonville. morrisct@live.com 843.437.8316

Dr. Justin Lovelace
Verger

 
Justin has served other parishes as a Verger, Lay Reader, Eucharistic Minister, Eucharistic Visitor, Lecturer, Acolyte, Thurifer, and Christian Ed teacher. Justin was born in Gaffney, SC, received is BA from Winthrop University,  advanced degrees in Elementary Education and School Administration and Ed. D. in Professional Leadership from Converse College. During the past 25 years, Justin has taught elementary, middle, and high school, served as an instructional coach, literacy coach, assistant principal, and principal. Justin enjoys spending time with his family, reading, cooking, and entertaining friends.  Justin is our Senior Warden this year.
justinlovelace@att.net

The Rev. Billy Shand

Priest Associate​

The Rev. Paula Morton
Rector Emeritus

Our Vestry and Altar Party

The Vestry – is our governing body and their responsibilities are outlined in the Constitution and Canons of the Diocese of Western North Carolina. Transfiguration is led by 7 members who are elected for a 3-year term.

2022 Vestry:  Justin Lovelace (Sr. Warden), Rav Smith (Jr. Warden),  Jane Welch (Fellowship), Peg Henneke (Outreach), Buddy Davis (Pastoral Care), Alex James (Worship), Mike Teal (Clerk), Bruce Hunt (Treasurer).  

Altar Party:  Our Altar Party consists of the Celebrant and Ushers; at the 8:00 service, the Crucifer serves as our Lector and Eucharistic Minister.  At the 10:30 service, the Verger leads the procession on special Feast Days, a Lector, and the Crucifer serves as Eucharistic Minister.

The Verger:  The office of Verger goes back as far as the 12th century in the Church of England. If you see coronations or royal weddings from England, the procession is led by a Verger. Originally the Verger’s job was to lead the procession and clear the animals and riffraff from the aisles allowing the clergy to make their way.  It is traditional for the Verger to go first in the procession.  At Transfiguration, the Verger checks to be sure Eucharistic Ministers and Lectors are all present.  The Verger may also act as Crucifer, Gospeler , Eucharistic Minister or Lector.  In a nutshell, the Verger takes care of the details so that the service flows smoothly.  The Verger carries a ceremonial rod called a Verge (or Virge).  The typical robe of a Verger is a black open front gown worn over a black cassock.  Twenty years ago Vergers were found only at the cathedral or in larger churches.  However, today Vergers are prevalent in every diocese of The Episcopal Church.