Helga Bogardus

Helga Bogardus

Helga joined Genesis as interim choir director in 2021-22 and became permanent director in 2023.  She is also an elementary music teacher. 

Helga is originally from New York where she earned a Bachelor of Music in Education degree at the Crane School of Music at SUNY Potsdam.  She moved with her family to North Carolina in 1996.  Helga’s 3 daughters are married and have blessed her with 4 grandchildren with #5 arriving in September 2023.  Her son is currently attending UNC Charlotte. 

At home, Helga enjoys the company of her dog, Dolce.  

  • Favorite verse : I Samuel 16:7 
  • Favorite Pastime: Hugging my grandchildren and the joy of watching them grow!
  • Favorite food: Mediterranean
  • Favorite Place: By a fire with Dolce in my lap
  • Favorite activity: cross stitching; going to NC Symphony Concerts
Accompanist & 9:00 Music Director
Christina Johnson
Director, Congregational Care and Communications
Kim Kligerman