Bishop Clark

Bishop Clark WP Lowenfield is in the eleventh year of his consecration as the first Ordinary of the Anglican Diocese of the Western Gulf Coast. He has served Christ's churches in South Carolina and Texas for nearly 40 years. He is a graduate of Amherst College in Amherst Massachusetts (Political Science and Economics) and received his M Div from The University of the South School of Theology in Sewanee, Tennessee.


Founder and Chairman of the Board of the Simeon Society USA, Bishop Clark speaks and teaches regularly, nationally and internationally, on The Cost of Non-Discipleship; the Healthy Development of Disciple-making Cultures; and Engaging, Empowering and Equipping Women in Leadership and Ministry. He and his wife, Tricia, live in Magnolia, Texas, and they have three daughters, 2 son-in-laws and six granddaughters and one grandson, all who are truly the joys of his life.

Deacon Lisa Schwandt

Deacon Lisa Schwandt has served in ministry in a myriad of roles over the course of her life. She was ordained to the diaconate in May of 2009. Her joy is disciple-making, ever in awe of the ways God continues to prepare His Bride for His return. She loves joining in with Him in the proclamation of His gospel, sharing His love, and encouraging His people. Grandchildren, C. S. Lewis, hiking, and ice cream are also pretty high up on her list.


Deacon Lisa serves as the Canon for Discipleship and the Dean of the College of Deacons in the Diocese of the Western Gulf Coast. A Tennessee transplant, Lisa has lived all her adult life in Texas. She is married to Scott, and they have two children: Sarah who is married to Bill, and Michael who is married to Rachel. “Lulu” and “Pops” have four grandchildren: Chip, Margaret, Ian, and Mary.

Scott Schwandt

Scott is passionate about service and is involved in various areas of church leadership, including serving as Lead Steward of the finance team and helping lead the Audio/Visual Team on Sunday mornings. He is passionate about discipleship, leadership, and fellowship. In the secular world, Scott has had a long career in the oil and gas business and is currently working as a business consultant. Scott is married to Deacon Lisa, and they have two adult children, and have been blessed with 4 grandchildren.