Meet Rev. Gina Anderson-Cloud
Projected Lead Pastor to Trinity UMC Beginning July 1
Rev. Gina Anderson-Cloud is an ordained elder in The United Methodist Church who has served faithfully in pastoral ministry for twenty-seven years. Over the course of her vocation, she has guided large, mid-sized, and newly planted congregations through seasons of growth, revitalization, and renewed missional engagement. Gina’s ministry is marked by a deep passion for helping faith communities discern God’s vision, nurture discipleship, and embody Christ’s transforming love in the world.
Gina’s heart is especially attuned to those affected by poverty and hunger, with a particular concern for the well-being of children around the globe. She is dedicated to collaborative ministry with laity, mentoring clergy, and advancing ministries that reflect the inclusive and redemptive work of Christ. Her leadership extends beyond the local church, having served in a variety of positions within the Virginia Conference and the broader United Methodist connection, as well as in leadership on mission boards
and mission teams at local, national, and international levels.
In addition to her pastoral leadership, Gina is an author and teacher who has developed resources for both clergy and laity. In 2025, she co-authored Seven Miracles: Signs of Life in the Gospel of John alongside her staff at Floris United Methodist Church. She is also a contributing author to Her Faith Still Speaks: Women of the Bible Who Shape Our Faith (2026), a collection inspired by United Women in Faith and featuring reflections from fourteen distinguished United Methodist women in ministry. Gina also collaborates with “Big Tent Pastors,” a network of large-church United Methodist clergy who offer denominational leadership, collegial support, and mentoring for emerging pastoral leaders.
Before her ordination, Gina worked in social work and gerontology following her graduate studies at Virginia Commonwealth University. Her early career focused on improving healthcare and wellness for older and vulnerable adults across Virginia and the nation, work that continues to shape her compassionate, mission-oriented ministry.
A native of the mountains of southwestern Virginia, Gina developed a lifelong love of nature and the outdoors. She met her husband and partner in ministry, Rev. Bert Cloud, while studying psychology at Radford University. Together they earned their theological degrees at Candler School of Theology, Emory University, and have shared in the joy of pastoral ministry ever since. They are the proud parents of three adult children—Trae, a police officer and U.S. Army Reservist; Danielle, soon graduate with her BSN from the University of Virginia; and Kayana, a criminal justice major and collegiate athlete. Gina and Bert share their home with Gina’s mother, Jan, along with their beloved dog, Keeva, and spirited cat, Obi. In her free time, Gina enjoys hiking with family and finds grounding in her favorite scripture, Lamentations 3:22–23: “The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases… great is your faithfulness.”
Gina’s heart is especially attuned to those affected by poverty and hunger, with a particular concern for the well-being of children around the globe. She is dedicated to collaborative ministry with laity, mentoring clergy, and advancing ministries that reflect the inclusive and redemptive work of Christ. Her leadership extends beyond the local church, having served in a variety of positions within the Virginia Conference and the broader United Methodist connection, as well as in leadership on mission boards
and mission teams at local, national, and international levels.
In addition to her pastoral leadership, Gina is an author and teacher who has developed resources for both clergy and laity. In 2025, she co-authored Seven Miracles: Signs of Life in the Gospel of John alongside her staff at Floris United Methodist Church. She is also a contributing author to Her Faith Still Speaks: Women of the Bible Who Shape Our Faith (2026), a collection inspired by United Women in Faith and featuring reflections from fourteen distinguished United Methodist women in ministry. Gina also collaborates with “Big Tent Pastors,” a network of large-church United Methodist clergy who offer denominational leadership, collegial support, and mentoring for emerging pastoral leaders.
Before her ordination, Gina worked in social work and gerontology following her graduate studies at Virginia Commonwealth University. Her early career focused on improving healthcare and wellness for older and vulnerable adults across Virginia and the nation, work that continues to shape her compassionate, mission-oriented ministry.
A native of the mountains of southwestern Virginia, Gina developed a lifelong love of nature and the outdoors. She met her husband and partner in ministry, Rev. Bert Cloud, while studying psychology at Radford University. Together they earned their theological degrees at Candler School of Theology, Emory University, and have shared in the joy of pastoral ministry ever since. They are the proud parents of three adult children—Trae, a police officer and U.S. Army Reservist; Danielle, soon graduate with her BSN from the University of Virginia; and Kayana, a criminal justice major and collegiate athlete. Gina and Bert share their home with Gina’s mother, Jan, along with their beloved dog, Keeva, and spirited cat, Obi. In her free time, Gina enjoys hiking with family and finds grounding in her favorite scripture, Lamentations 3:22–23: “The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases… great is your faithfulness.”
Rev. Brian Siegle
Current Senior Pastor of Trinity UMC &
Projected Senior Pastor of Wesley UMC - Colonial Heights Beginning July 1
We are thankful to Pastor Brian and Holly for the many ways they have served and led at Trinity over the past four years, and we ask that you pray for them in the weeks to come during this time of transition.
We will have a reception honoring Pastor Brian after 10am worship on Sunday, June 14.
If you would like to contribute to a love offering for Pastor Brian, you can do this by cash, check, or online. If by cash or check, please notate "Love Offering - Brian" on your envelope. If contributing online, use the drop-down menu to select "Pastor Brian - Love Offering" here.
We will have a reception honoring Pastor Brian after 10am worship on Sunday, June 14.
If you would like to contribute to a love offering for Pastor Brian, you can do this by cash, check, or online. If by cash or check, please notate "Love Offering - Brian" on your envelope. If contributing online, use the drop-down menu to select "Pastor Brian - Love Offering" here.