Greg A. Cochran

Executive Director

Greg has been the Executive Director at Well for the Journey since 2010. He is a graduate of Clemson University and Southern Seminary. Greg was Associate Pastor at Woodbrook Baptist Church serving from 1988-2022. He also is a program/retreat facilitator and a spiritual companion. He completed the Shalem Institute’s Spiritual Guidance Program (SGP) in 2009 and is currently a SGP staff member. He is also a mentor for Paseo’s “The Stewards of Mystery” Spiritual Guidance Program in Cottonwood, Idaho.  Greg and his wife, Carole, live in Baltimore. They have two children (26 and 24). Greg is a hiker, photographer, woodworker, and loves being with family – and is always desiring to be open and listening for the invitation of the Spirit.

Lorie Conway

Program Coordinator

Lorie joined the team as Program Assistant in January 2021. She comes to us with a 33+ year career in leadership in the healthcare benefits industry. Lorie holds a B.A. in Psychology from West Chester University, a M.A.S. in Behavioral Management & Human Resources from Johns Hopkins University, and a M.A. in Religion from Lancaster Theological Seminary. Lorie is also a graduate of the Kairos School of Spiritual Formation’s program in Spiritual Direction and the Shalem Institute’s program in Leading Contemplative Prayer Groups & Retreats. Lorie has a passion for listening and accompanying others on their spiritual journeys through spiritual direction, small group work, contemplative retreats, and any divine opportunity that makes itself known. Her own spiritual journey has expanded her awe in the Mystery of God and the wisdom of all spiritual traditions. Email Lorie

Gordon Creamer

Program Director

Gordon Creamer, creator of The Mission Bridge, joined the Well’s Staff in July 2022 as Program Director. He has held leadership roles in healthcare programming and operations since 2001 at various Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing, and Hospice communities. He earned an MA in Spiritual & Pastoral Care from Loyola University and an MA in Theology from the Ecumenical Institute of St. Mary’s Seminary & University. He is currently a candidate for the Doctor of Ministry Program at the Ecumenical Institute.

Gordon has facilitated numerous retreats and workshops that focus on creating opportunities for participants to explore and enhance their spirituality and well-being through various media. Uplifting the journey of adults, individuals with memory impairment, and members of the LGBTQ+ community is a passion for him, and in the last several years, he has fostered support groups and programs for caregivers and those who are grieving losses. Trained as a spiritual director/companion, end-of-life doula, and Reiki practitioner, Gordon welcomes all in discovering the spiritual life as a means of healing, expanding and flourishing. Email Gordon

Kristan Joice

Bookkeeper / Office Administrator

Kristan joined the Well staff in April of 2021. While she holds a degree in Culinary Arts, Kristan’s background is in administration, human resources, and event planning. Her 25 years of experience in these areas helped her to make a successful detour into the franchising business with an award-winning indoor family entertainment center. “I’d never done anything like it before, but from a perspective of growing and learning who I really am, I got way more out of the experience than I put in.” Kristan is looking forward to this next chapter and happy to be working at the Well. Kristan is in the office Monday – Friday, 9am-Noon. Email Kristan

Tami Karwacki

Communications Manager

Tami joined the Well’s staff in August 2018 bringing with her 20 years of nonprofit communications and development experience.  Originally from CT, Tami graduated from Providence College with a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing. She currently lives in Towson with her husband, Kevin and their two children.  When not on soccer and track sidelines, Tami volunteers her time at her children’s schools and serves as one of the founding members of the Baltimore County Chapter of Decoding Dyslexia MD, a grassroots organization focused on improving evidence-based reading instruction in MD.  Tami is at the Well Mon. 8:30-3:30, and Tues., Wed., and Thurs. from 8:30-2:30. Email Tami

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