In 2013, Pennie joined the staff of Village Parkway Baptist Church as the Ministry Assistant to the Sr. Pastor. Since 2023 she has served as the Pastoral Administrative Assistant. She is a native of Washington state and the youngest of three girls. Before moving to San Antonio in 2011, she worked as the Ministry Assistant of Education/Senior Adults at Hillcrest Baptist Church in Enterprise, Alabama.

Pennie came to faith in Jesus Christ on January 1, 1995. She enjoys working on staff at Village and when not in the office. Pennie regularly serves in ministries and events throughout the year.

Pennie married her husband, Roger, in 1996 and they have two adult daughters, a precious grandson, and a cute dog named Gypsy. Pennie likes the outdoors, spending time with family and friends, and doing crafts.