A Merged Congregation: A Place to Be
A Merged Congregation: A Place to Be
The Rev. Philip Kuntz became the new Pastor of College Place UMC in July 2025.
Phil grew up in Dunwoody, Georgia. His experience at his home church, Dunwoody UMC, led him to discern his call to ministry. His time spent in UMYF (United Methodist Youth Fellowship) shaped his understanding of Christian community and how he sees the world.
Phil attended Sewanee: The University of the South for his undergraduate studies. At Sewanee he majored in religion, played varsity tennis, and met his would-be wife, Emma. Phil and Emma got married in Sewanee’s All Saints Chapel in 2014. Phil served as a summer intern for the General Board of Global Ministries, serving at a summer camp in New Orleans’ Gentilly neighborhood. He later earned his Master of Divinity from Emory University’s Candler School of Theology in 2014. He was commissioned in the North Georgia Conference in 2014 and ordained in 2019, when he moved his membership to the Western NC Conference. Phil and Emma have two children, Edie (6) and Thomas (3). They know how to make their presence known!
Phil has served churches in rural, suburban, and urban settings. These churches have ranged in size: small, medium and large. These diverse appointments give Phil well-rounded ministry experience.
Phil is a certified Stephen Leader and Intentional Interim Minister, both of which have equipped him to facilitate authentic, Christian conversation in group and individual settings.
Phil is active in Greensboro’s tennis scene and enjoys pretty much any recreational activities with his family. Other interests include reading and cooking. He has a weakness for documentaries and fast-casual dining!
Rev. Dr. Robert W. Brewer is a United Methodist minister and serves as the Campus Chaplain and Assistant Professor of Religion at Greensboro College in Greensboro, North Carolina since 2005. Robert received his Doctor of Theology in homiletics from the University of Toronto. At Greensboro College he oversees religious life and community service, and teaches courses in spiritual development, hermeneutics, homiletics, Methodism, and juggling.
He is a contributor to “The New Interpreters Theological Companion to the Lectionary” and the “Common English Student Bible.” He has spoken at various events including Summit, NC Kaleidoscope, and the Canadian National Youth Conference. He is also a certified professional coach and works with ministers in North Carolina to renew their passion for preaching. He is also a singer/songwriter and has an album that was released in February 2017.
Susan joined the staff of College Place in 2001. She is a graduate of Appalachian State University with a Bachelor’s degree in Music Education. She received a Master’s in Accompanying from UNCG.
She serves as vocal coach and accompanist on the staff of Greensboro College, where her main responsibilities are the performances of their opera and music theatre productions. Susan and Kevin have three children, Jonathan, Lauren and Emma. She lives in Greensboro with her husband.
Adrienne Byrd joined the College Place Staff in 2024 as our congregation’s Administrative Assistant. She’s a great resource for midweek connection for the community and daily operations and to schedule class and building usage.
College Place UMC
509 Tate St.
Greensboro, NC 27403
Church Office: 336-275-3363
