LEADERSHIP & Staff
The leadership and staff of The Open Church of Maryland is made up of believers who believe in love and acceptance. To find out more about each individual, click the pictures below.
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rev. brad r. braxton, ph.d.
Founding Senior Pastor
Dr. Brad Braxton is the Founder of The Open Church of Maryland and the 14th president of Chicago Theological Seminary. He holds a Ph.D. in New Testament studies from Emory University where he was a George W. Woodruff Fellow. Email address: brad@bradbraxton.com
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REV. VICTORIA L. BURSON
Pastor for Leadership and Innovation
Rev. Burson joined the staff in winter 2023. She assists the Founding Senior Pastor in developing The Open Church's congregational leadership model and cultivating a broad array of community partnerships that advances our mission and vision. Email address: pastorv@theopenchurchmd.org
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susanne mccoy
Membership & Outreach Coordinator
Ms. McCoy is a founding member of The Open Church and has coordinated the membership roster from the outset. She also compiles and shares fellowship opportunities. You hear her voice most weeks during service, keeping us informed about what's going on in the life of the church.
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barbara perkins
Hospitality Coordinator
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jerrisa perkins-carter
Kinship Care Ministry Leader
Ms. Perkins-Carter personifies a servant's heart. She is a founding member of The Open Church and leads the Kinship Care Team, performing care-full outreach to members, friends and associates.
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la tanya simms
Director, Finance & Administration
La Tanya has been an active member of The Open Church since 2012. She coordinates our ministry activities/events and manages all administrative and financial functions. Email address: info@theopenchurchmd.org
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angela walker
Director, Worship & Arts
Ms. Walker joined The Open Church family in spring 2019. In close coordination with our Worship Planning Team, she expertly directs the fellowship and worship experience.
