Beloved Community Spotlight

Brant Lewis has called Baton Rouge home for the past two and a half years, having moved from Atlanta after a three-year stay there. Originally from Shreveport, Brant’s Louisiana roots run deep—so it's no surprise they felt drawn to a local church community where they could reconnect, grow, and find belonging.

A cradle Episcopalian, Brant grew up at St. Mark’s Cathedral in Shreveport, where they were active as an acolyte, chalice bearer, and member of the Episcopal Youth Community (EYC). That sense of deep involvement continued into college at Sewanee, where Brant also served at All Saints Chapel.

Now a marketing producer at WBRZ, Brant’s path to St. Margaret’s began when they spotted the church’s booth at Pride. Seeking a smaller, inclusive community where they could meet people and be more engaged, they felt called to visit—and have been attending ever since.

Brant has been a part of St. Margaret’s for about seven months, and what stands out to them is the diversity of the congregation and the genuine welcome extended to all. “It truly feels like a welcoming space where everyone belongs,” they say, “as well as practicing what they preach.”

St. Margaret’s has become more than just a church for Brant—it’s where they’ve met close friends who not only share their interests, but who also expand their perspectives on faith, scripture, and life. They’re excited about the idea of more congregation involvement in services, like baking bread for the Eucharist, because “everyone has a gift, and we should offer opportunities to share them.”

Outside of church, Brant is an avid comic book fan—especially the legendary Jack Kirby, whose creativity has had a personal impact. They enjoy building Mobile Suit Gundam model kits, hunting for vinyl records, working out, and reading.

They hope to be remembered as someone who always tries to put their best foot forward while walking in the light of the Gospel. Since joining St. Margaret’s, Brant feels their faith and spirituality have been reinvigorated and matured—thanks in no small part to the church community that now walks beside them.