Welcome to Grace Episcopal Church
Welcome to the profile of Grace Episcopal Church in Willoughby, Ohio.
We are happy you have found us! We are a community with so much history that is seeking a motivated, authentic, and inspirational leader to guide us in our next chapter of ministry.
To discover more about us, keep reading to feel if Grace is a place you are called to serve!
Who We Are...
Who We Are…
We have a long history.
We are eager to move forward.
We are wise.
We come with many talents.
We are compassionate.
We are followers of Jesus.
We are imperfect.
We are Grace.
Where We Are
Where We Are…
Willoughby: A beautiful and active city stretching from I-90 to Lake Erie that is filled with many parks, shops, restaurants, and bars. Willoughby is a great place to live for many reasons, such as its recreational opportunities, cost of living, summer weather, and proximity to Cleveland. At the heart of the city is the historic Downtown Willoughby, a wonderful place to walk around and host to numerous events throughout the year.
Cleveland: About 20 minutes west of Grace sits Cleveland, a diverse city loaded in cultural heritage. A city that wears its heart and pride on its sleeves, especially for its three professional sports teams (Browns, Guardians, Cavaliers). Although known for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, the city also features the beautiful sound of the Cleveland Symphony Orchestra. Like the parks in Willoughby, Cleveland and its surrounding areas are filled with more nature-loving experiences such as Cleveland Metroparks Zoo, the Cleveland Cultural Gardens, and the Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Cleveland is home to world renowned hospitals, keeping our people healthy, happy, and in good spirits.
The Diocese of Ohio: The Diocese of Ohio was formed in 1817 as the first diocese established beyond the 13 colonies. It consists of 80 congregations stretching across the 48 counties in the northern half of Ohio. The diocesan offices are located within Trinity Cathedral, Cleveland. In 2017, the Diocese dedicated Bellwether Farm in Wakeman Township, near the demographic center of the diocese. Bellwether is a camp, conference, and retreat center situated on an organic regenerative farm designed to foster innovative community and educational partnerships. We are led by our 12th Bishop, the Rt. Rev. Anne B. Jolly. Serving in the Diocese of Ohio means that you join with a visionary, engaged, Bishop who is inspiring us to be more faithful, healthy, effective, and sustainable followers of Jesus Christ in our unique contexts.
Grace Church by the Numbers
2023 Average Sunday Attendance: 43
2023 Active Participants: 63
2024 Pledging Units: 36
2024 Budgeted Pledge Total: $70,000
2024 Budgeted Income Total: $254,108
The Rector We Seek...
- Has a strong understanding of scripture and theology and is able to apply it to the issues of today’s society.
- Is gifted in creating, growing, and sustaining relationships.
- An effective communicator, not only in the pulpit, but everywhere.
- Is able to teach in a diverse setting.