Rev. Charles Graves, IV

The Rev. Charles Graves IV (he/him) is the Fourteenth Rector of Christ Episcopal Church, Shaker Heights, OH. Charles is a seventh-generation Episcopalian and previously served as campus minister at the University of Houston and curate at Church of the Advent in Cincinnati. Educated at Hampton University and Berkeley Divinity School at Yale, he has served since 2019 as a member of the Executive Council of the Episcopal Church. Rev. Charles enjoys spending time with his husband Chris, traveling, and trying all kinds of seafood.

Upcoming Programs by Rev. Charles Graves, IV

Rainbows of Hope - May 2026

May 29 - 31, 2026

Rainbows of Hope: Queer Joy in the Struggle Across the Ages Join us for a time of refreshment, renewal, and hope in a time of profound disorientation. We will look back on the perseverance of LGBTQ+ “saints” of the past, equip ourselves with fortitude for the present, and seek encouragement for an uncertain future. This […]