I am responsible for the safety and security of Chapelwood, its property and its people. I schedule our off duty security, and also assist with reviewing the physical security of our buildings, schedule first aid training, and try to be helpful where ever I’m needed.

What is the best part of your job?

The best part of my job is the people I work with and the people of this church.

Name something on your bucket list.

Travel to Scotland, and hopefully play The Old Course at St. Andrews

What is your favorite summer activity?

Swimming

What are your favorite hobbies?

Golf and Fishing

As a child, what did you want to be when you grew up?

First a chemist, then an airline pilot, then a disc Jockey. My junior year in high school I decided I wanted to go into law enforcement and that’s what I did.

What is your favorite movie quote?

“Go ahead, make my day”

What do you like to listen to when you drive?

Sports talk radio, or classic rock

What is your favorite scripture?

Matthew 5:9, Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God.

What is your favorite food?

Any Italian food 

Mrs. Wizard

When I wear my Sensory Motor Teacher Hat, I challenge children with motor activities that provide experiences that help their bodies develop while sharpening their perception skills and maturing their neurological systems.  Some of the life skills learned in motor class are listening skills, thinking skills, self-control and social growth.

My favorite summer activity

Working at Camp Chapelwood.  As Director this requires me to create and implement programs for elementary age students to learn new skills, develop new interests and develop spiritual awareness.  The best part of this position is that we have a reunion with former students.

My favorite hobbies

Gardening, cooking and reading.

I think children are the happiest when . . .

They are allowed to be active. They learn best when they are doing!

If I could be anyone for a day, I would be . . .

My granddog Bella. She gets to eat, sleep, swim in the lake and play ball all day and have people loving her hourly.

My worst place to be stuck

In a snowstorm in Colorado.  I backed out of a driveway and could not see the dam that was made by a snowplow. I was not even able to open my car door.

My favorite childhood memory

I was an only child so my favorite childhood memories were when I went to friends’ houses and we played board games.

My favorite children’s book

The Little Engine that Could.

The best part of my job

Watching children grow from the seeds planted in preschool, elementary, high school and sometimes college to responsible young adults.

I am the Sanctuary Organist - I accompany our 8:25 and 11:10 worship services and serve as the accompanist for the Chancel Choir. As the accompanist on staff I work with our soloists, instrumentalists, and wedding coordinator to support their music needs, as well. I also make sure that all of our instruments are maintained and in performance-ready shape year round. I’m available and in the office Monday-Thursday each week and would love the opportunity to work with you in any way I can to support worship in our church.

Name something on your “bucket list”

I would love to see my production of “Carols and Keyboards” performed at Carnegie Hall.

What is your favorite summer activity?

Traveling to my parents' condo in Destin, Florida.

As a child, what did you want to be when you grew up?

I’ve wanted to be a musician since the age of 4.

Where is the worst place you could get stuck?

In a pipe organ chamber or elevator

What’s your favorite childhood memory?

My relationship and the love I received from all of my grandparents.

What is your favorite scripture?

We Walk by Faith, Not By Sight 2 Corinthians 5:7

What is your favorite food?

South Georgia BBQ!

What is the best part of your job?

The organ is considered the "King of Instruments” and there is no greater experience than to command our pipe organ in worship with our magnificent choir and congregation.

I monitor all credit card accounts, process all credit card receipts, post and monitor direct drafts and online payments.

My favorite summer activity:

Summer is too hot for me so I eliminated it from the question ☺. Relaxing outside on a spring or fall day in a great swing w/ a gentle breeze- iced tea - and a quilt magazine or book ☺ Ohhhh……it’s the best!

My favorite hobbies:

Sewing, quilting, movies, visiting with extended family.

As a child, I wanted to grow up to be:

A grocery store check-out girl ☺ (back before scanners were invented!)

My favorite movie quote:

“You know I love you more than my luggage,” from Steel Magnolias.

If I were famous for fifteen minutes, I would:

Get someone to print a picture of me and one of our extended family that I wouldn’t mind having on my wall or desk.

When I drive, I like to listen to:

Country music and Old Time Gospel Hymns

My favorite food:

No contest….Chocolate….Chocolate Anything (but really good coconut cream pie is a really close second)

The best part of my job:

Being able to help people get what they need in the most efficient way with all the paperwork bases covered. Just as I expect those I get help from to know what’s best in their area, others expect me to know the steps or procedures involved in solving problems in my area. We all know there are hard ways to accomplish tasks and then there are easier “friendlier” ways to accomplish the same tasks and get to the same result. I take pride in knowing that how I do my job is as important as what I do, and that it can make someone else’s job life easier and happier is a great win-win!

Mercy Street Band Albums on iTunes:

Twenty Sixteen

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