Pastor
Rev.
Fran Lane-Lawrence
Details to come soon!
Contact
information: 269-683-7600 ext. 201
Ray
has felt a calling his entire adult life for the
ministry, particularly outreach work. He is excited
that he now has the opportunity to take several
series of classes (Bethel College, University of
DeBuque) which will help him better assist with
the various activities of the church. Ray is married
to Sandi Fulbright, and has 2 children and 3 grandchildren.
Both Ray and Sandi are active in ministry. Contact
Ray if you know of someone who would like a visit
from church members, if you have prayer concerns,
or if you have ideas for church programs. 269-683-7600
ext. 208
Parish
Nurse
Bea
Herman
Bea
has been an R.N. since 1976 with broad experience
in all aspects of hospital nursing as well as
Parish Nursing. Our Parish Nurse program is
"top of the line" in what we have
to offer. In addition to providing flu shots,
conducting blood pressure clinics and CPR workshops,
Bea can offer advice and information on a broad
range of health issues. Bea will be in her office
(former Samaritan Center) from 10:00 - 3:00
on Tuesdays. On Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday
her hours are limited, so feel free to call
for an appointment or to leave a message at
269-683-7600 ext 209.
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Minister
of Music
Jason
Branham
Jason
holds a M.M. in organ performance from the University
of Michigan, Ann Arbor, where he studies with
Marilyn Mason. He completed undergraduate work
at Eastern Michigan University in 2006, graduating
Magna cum Laude with degrees in music performance
and economics. Currently, he is working on his
doctorate in liturgical, church and synagogue
music. Jason has also been awarded numerous
academic awards, notably the Marilyn Mason Scholarship.
His studies have taken him overseas, and he
was a selected participant in the French Organ
Music Seminar, as well as the Summer Institute
of French Organ Studies in 2005. In recent years,
Jason has received invitations to present at
the University of Michigan Organ Conference,
University of Michigan Church Music Institute,
and the American Guild of Organists National
Convention 2008.
Jason
comes to "First Pres" from St. John
Lutheran in Dundee, Michigan, where he served
as minister of music for four years. Jason finds
himself extremely fortunate to be on staff at
First Presbyterian, and has great admiration
for the long tradition and excellent support
of the music ministry.
Contact
Jason Branham (269-683-7600) if you are interested
in taking part in any aspect of the music program,
if you just want to see what it's like in any
of the choirs, or if you have any questions
or comments about any of the music associated
with First Presbyterian.
Secretary
Carol
Watson
Carol
holds down the hub position in the office of the
First Presbyterian Church. She has been a friendly
face in the office since 1994 and feels this is
the best job she has had in her lifetime! A native
of the Niles-Buchanan area, Carol is married to
Ken Watson and has two sons. Her pride and joy
is her granddaughter, Claire. When not working,
she quilts, sews, decorates cakes, crochets, and
knits. Carol coordinates the bulletin, calendars,
room scheduling, and can help with most general
information questions. If she does not know the
answer to your question, she will know who does!
Contact her at 269-683-7600 ext. 200.
Linda
Hoadley
Over
20 years ago, Linda took a part-time position with
the congregation that was to be a maximum 3-6 month
assignment! The fit has obviously been a good one
- Linda feels this has been a very good part-time
job for her. Call Linda with questions about giving
or contributions or for what purposes special offerings
are used. 269-683-7600 ext. 204
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