our team

Jim is thrilled and honored to serve a congregation that means so much to him. He served as Associate Pastor for two years, and became the Lead Pastor in 2019. He graduated from Asbury Theological Seminary with his Masters of Divinity degree in 2015.  Prior to serving at Peace, he served at First United Methodist Church of Winter Park for seven years as the Pastor and Executive Director of South Street Ministry in downtown Orlando.  He has two amazing children, Zachary and Madison. Jim loves sharing meals with others, hearing people’s stories, and laughing together. He loves going to the movies, the beach, and theme parks to unwind and relax. He believes we all have something within us to offer this world, and creating a place where we can explore those gifts and share them to glorify God is at the core of his calling.

Julie has been a member of Peace Church and an avid volunteer in the Children's Ministries since 1998, securing the Director of Children's Ministries position in 2007.  Her hobbies include running, gardening, and cooking. She has an undergraduate degree in Musical Theater and a Masters in Children and Family Ministries where she developed a passion to help families grow together in Christ. She loves helping parents develop spiritually sound Christians, and engaging the entire church body to support each other every stage of life. She also loves kids! Stop by on Sunday morning to see what fun we have learning about God.

Quinta Boudreaux is originally from Louisiana but moved to Orlando in 2004. She has been a high school math and art teacher in Osceola County for the past 18 years, with a recent promotion to the math coach at her school. She feels blessed to be a part of Peace Church since 2004 and has volunteered with Peace Youth from 2004-2014, 2015-2016, and November 2021-present. Quinta is excited to continue to work with the youth and parents in this new role.

Laura was born into the church, with her parents being founding members of the congregation. She has dedicated over 8 years to working in childcare and is now in her third year at Peace Preschool. Laura loves working with kids, watching them learn and grow, and ensuring they have a fun, learning, and loving preschool experience. In 2024, she earned her director's credentials, marking a significant milestone in her career. Laura has been married to her husband Dean for 15 years, and together they have a beautiful daughter, Lillian. In her free time, Laura enjoys indulging in anything spooky or Halloween themed, visiting theme parks, and crafting.

Rita was born in Rio, Brazil and moved to NYC in 1993, where she met her husband. After moving to Orlando a few years later, Rita, her husband Mabio, and their beautiful girls Olivia and Julia became Members of Peace Church. Both girls attended Peace Preschool and were baptized at Peace Church. Since 2017, Rita has been the preschool Office Manager and Assistant Teacher, and most recently, became the Office Manager at Peace Church. She truly enjoys traveling, cooking and crafting with her girls. 

Gabe has been serving in ministry since his college days at Valparaiso University in Valparaiso, Indiana where he earned a BA: Music. Adopted from South Korea at 5 months old, Gabe grew up in the south suburbs of Chicago where his love of music and the Lord began as he volunteered at his home church in almost every role imaginable. Gabe met his wife, Mary, in the music department of Valparaiso University. They married in 2012, and now have 3 kids. Though now living back in Valparaiso, IN, Gabe is excited to remain on staff at Peace, helping with graphical & marketing efforts.

Maria de Los Angeles Rodrigues joins us after working for 2 years for local medical office facility as a housekeeper and supervisor. Maria has been married for 41 years to Alberto. She is a mother of 2, Joel Alberto & Faith Carmen Halia, and a grandmother to Amaris, Hannah and Jeremiah. Maria enjoys taking cruises, eating out and giving advice from life's experience. She enjoys cleaning, organizing and bringing order to her surroundings with a posture and prayer that her work is done "as unto the Lord".  She also loves to support the church through serving in Childrens Ministry.