Michael Shake was called as the sixth director of music for the First Presbyterian Church in the City of New York in June 2019. Joseph is a graduate of Wall High School. Staff. WORSHIP SERVICES Natalie has been on the staff of the Angel Academy for many years and came on board as director of the Childrens Ministry in the fall of 2017. Outside of school and church, Emma loves spending time with her four younger siblings and their many pets, reading (particularly mystery novels and beach reads), baking, trying out different coffee shops, and supporting her wonderful partner, James, as he teaches and works on his PhD at the University of Connecticut. Elizabeth has taught piano while in attendance at the Oberlin Conservatory, at the Concordia Conservatory in Bronxville NY and privately for 24 years. Audrey Webber is the Associate for Hospitality and Visual Arts. Staff Resources Employment Worship Worship Online In Person Worship Archive Music & Worship Teams . Dieckmann at Agnes Scott College. Trinity Presbyterian Church, Atlanta Atlanta, GA Executive Assistant to the Senior Pastor Trinity Presbyterian Church, Atlanta Atlanta, GA Just now Be among the first 25. Founded in 1946, our preschool is the oldest, continuously operating preschool in Georgia. Barbara has served on the board of the Religious Education Association and is currently part of the Boundary Awareness Training Team for the Metro Association of the UCC. Twin Lakes Camp & Conference Center. The Team will maintain total confidentiality. She received her BS in Sociology and Film Studies from Hunter College and is currently continuing her studies at Hunter College in the MFA in Integrated Media Arts program. She became a Commissioned Ruling Elder for the P2P team in 2020. Ricky has had the pleasure of performing at masterclasses with world-renowned clarinetists, Charles Neidich, Bepi D'Amato, and Guy Deplus. About Find A Church Staff EP Corner Minister Member Directory Pastor-to-Pastor Team Who We Are Contact Us Events & Mission Upcoming Events Master Calendar Newsletter PC(USA) News Presbytery Meetings Clerk's Corner Upcoming Stated Meeting Stated Meeting Resources Committees All Committees Sharepoint Login Committee on Ministry Policies . Share news. Membership is open to all who have been baptized and confess Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior and desire to make First Presbyterian Church of Atlanta their church home. She grew up in this church and went off into the world after graduating from San Angelo Central High School in 1983 and after 3 years at ASU shes worked at KLST and was self-employed for a while before becoming the Director of Youth Ministries at Sierra Vista UMC., where she served for 20 years. Brendan Callahan-Fitzgerald is an Atlanta-based musician and teacher. From childrens dance classes to our renowned orchestra, First Presbyterian celebrates art in its many forms as an expression of faith and worship. Sunday Worship. Sam Pope is a native of Atlanta and grew up in NorthAvenue Presbyterian Church. All Rights Reserved. Who We Are Staff . Rev. Her favorite productions which she has been involved include performing in the Off-Broadway productions at Fifth Avenue Presbyterian of Nude with Violin and Blithe Spirit. . She has played masterclasses and coached with Bonnie Hampton, Jorja Fleezanis, Jaime Laredo, Eugene Moye, and Anthony Elliott. Dr. Mark HostetterAssociate Pastor for Stewardship & Mission to the Corporate World(212) 675-6150. He also attended the Royal Flemish Conservatory in Antwerp, Belgium and studied with Belgian virtuoso Flor Peeters. Student Ministry. He has worshiped in Hanbit Presbyterian Church, Johns Creek, GA and is serving as President of Korean Alumni of Columbia Theological Seminary. Her special interests are in womens spirituality and in interfaith relationships. Young Adults & College. Joseph enjoys time spent with family, or simply relaxing at his home when he is not working. Her ministerial areas of focus include spiritual formation and pastoral care. He has taught elementary and middle school, has completed a chaplaincy program at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, and has served in different churches in youth and growth ministries. First Church, like all Presbyterian churches, is a representative democracy. The Team's function is pastoral. Irene keeps everything in top-notch order at First Presbyterian Church. She is a graduate of Hamilton College in New York. Click above for SoulCare SelfCare materials. Gift, 2003 . After college Jon explored many artistic endeavors: he traveled the world as a flight attendant, worked on cinematic costuming for Bollywood films, designed jewelry for top celebrity pop stars, styled for Vogue and W Magazines, but he always missed singing. First Presbyterian Church of Atlanta Availability On Sale Now April 9, 2022 Saturday at 8:00PM Find Tickets Program TJ Cole To the Universe Poulenc Organ Concerto Saint-Sans Symphony No. Spiritual home a place to belong for a lifetime of faith; Enduring commitment ordering our lives around worship, education and service to God; Authentic diversity building relationships that honor one another as children of God; Radical hospitality sharing with all the welcome we receive in Jesus Christ; Mutual care giving and receiving shelter, nurture and spiritual fellowship; Restorative relationships seeking reconciliation with God and one another; Continual conversion being shaped as disciples through Gods grace and the power of the Holy Spirit; Joyful Worship gathering to give thanks and praise to our Creator, Redeemer, and Sustainer; Theological Formation pursuing deeper relationship with God through study, discernment, and spiritual discipline; Bold humility acknowledging our dependence on God by following the example of Jesus Christ in an increasingly secular world; Just generosity using all that we have received to promote justice, righteousness, and human dignity; Missional living proclaiming Gods Good News in everything we say and do; (404) 228-7715tsundermeier@firstpresatl.org. The PC(USA) was established by the 1983 merger of the Presbyterian Church in the United States . These positions have led to a great passion for meeting people where they are and bringing comfort in the form of presence and beyond. She is married to Billy and they are both graduates of Texas A&M University, where she earned a degree in health education. Victoria is a laureate of numerous international organ competitions, including the XXVI International Competition of Sacred Music in Rumia, Poland, in 2014 (2nd prize), and the International Braudo Organ Competition in Saint-Petersburg, in 2019 (Diploma and special prize). The line between secular and sacred is not so clear to us, and questions intrigue us more than answers. from Princeton Theological Seminary and the D. Min. First Presbyterian Church of Kirkwood welcomes people of all ages, races, national origins, political views, and gender and sexual identities. She currently works as the Director of Pastoral Care at Canterbury Court. He is co-founder of the Summit Preparatory School in Kalispell, Montana which he began with his partner Alex Habib. His other primary teachers include Laura Ardan, Principal Clarinet of theAtlanta Symphony Orchestra, and Jon Manasse, Clarinet Professor at The Juilliard School. He has also performed with the Austin Lyric Opera, as well as the Victoria Bach, Texas Music and Hot Springs Music Festivals, and the 49th Armored Division Band. Dr. Hostetter is CEO of Vinik Asset Management, a Tampa investment firm; is active in the leadership of Auburn Theological Seminarys Board of Directors; and continues his work with the national Presbyterian Church (USA), most recently as Moderator of the Way Forward Commission of the General Assembly. She graduated from Thiel College in Greenville, PA, where she majored in religion, with minors in English and Classical Languages. Spiritual home a place to belong for a lifetime of faith; Enduring commitment ordering our lives around worship, education and service to God; Authentic diversity building relationships that honor one another as children of God; Radical hospitality sharing with all the welcome we receive in Jesus Christ; Mutual care giving and receiving shelter, nurture and spiritual fellowship; Restorative relationships seeking reconciliation with God and one another. Sign up to stay connected with First MattersYour weekly dose of spiritual inspiration and the latest on upcoming church activities. Dr. Hostetter is CEO of Vinik Asset Management, a Tampa investment firm; is active in the leadership of Auburn Theological Seminarys Board of Directors; and continues his work with the national Presbyterian Church (USA), most recently as Moderator of the Way Forward Commission of the General Assembly. He has been a member of the board for several organizations, including The Actors Fund, Ghost Ranch in New Mexico, and Holmes Presbyterian Camp and Conference Center in New York. Reports detail prayer concerns/requests, joys/celebrations, and other news related to pastors and educators throughout the presbytery. Julie grew up in San Angelo, graduated as valedictorian from Central High School and received a degree in Music Education from Angelo State University. Join us for In-Person Worship on Sundays (8:15, 9:00, or 11:00 a.m.) or via livestream at 9:00 or 11:00 a.m. An Acceptable Fast with Rev. She regularly plays with the Macon Symphony, Columbus Symphony Orchestra, and Symphony Orchestra Augusta. She loves Jesus, family, friends, pets, and doing Gods work! At the age of 30, Ms.Coucheron has established an international career, winning awards in Italy, Germany, UK and in the United States. Theology in Denver, Colorado. Toward this end, we offer a number of opportunities in Christian education, including short-term courses, Bible studies, speaker series, and Sunday school. Joseph began working with us full-time in March of 2018 in addition to his job here, he also serves Immanuel Baptist Church on a part-time basis. Joan S. Gray was ordained to the Ministry of Word and Sacrament in thePresbyterian Church (US) in 1978. 1169 Clark Street SW Covington, GA 30014 770.786.7321. Head of Staff, Associate Pastor for Young Adults. In observance of Holidays the office is closed the following days: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Good Friday (afternoon), Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and the Friday following, Christmas Eve (afternoon . Sophia Canfield is the Online Streaming Coordinator at First Presbyterian Church in the City of New York. Church Staff Dr. Matthew Bumbach Interim Director of Music Ministries Mary Lynn Darden Administrative Assistant for Education & Programs Dwagne Haskins Facilities Manager Maggie Johnson Director of Youth Jinhee Kim Associate Director of Music & Organist Angela Lamar Administrative Assistant for Music Magalie Nemorin Finance Coordinator We have learning and formation opportunities for all ages on Sunday mornings and offer books, art, and devotional materials just right for children and their families. He was Principal Clarinetist in the University Symphony Orchestra for 4 years and has been featured various times as solo Guest Artist with the New Atlanta Philharmonic and also with members of theAtlanta Symphony Orchestra. Elders serve a three-year term. While living in Syracuse he joined and participated in several community organizations including Child and Family Services the oldest adoption agency in upstate New York and Regional Learning Service an adult learning project supported by the New York State Department of Education. The staff of First Presbyterian Church welcome you! Emma is a second-year Master of Divinity student at Union Theological Seminary planning on concentrating in chaplaincy. First Presbyterian Church. Julie is married to Tim, a lieutenant with the San Angelo Police Department and they have one son, Ryan, who is in school at CCS. 5,885 were here. Rev. degree in Economics at Harvard University, his J.D. In addition, Ms.Coucheron also performed during the 2003 Winter Olympic Games in Salt Lake City, Utah, and at the 2012 Summer Olympic Games in London. Alana has been invited to conduct masterclasses and coach students and ensembles at the NYU Art of Collaborative and Solo Playing as well as the Bolivia Clasica program. March 3 Donate by March 5 March 8 VIEW CALENDAR VIEW MORE EVENTS GET INVOLVED George and his wife share their home near Emory with a Bishon Frise, Poodle, and a hound. I'm glad you've chosen to spend a few minutes looking around, learning more about our church family. committees such as Committee on Ministry, Care and Development of Church Professionals, Preparation for Ministry, Cluster Support, and Retreats for Church Professionals. First Presbyterian Church of Atlanta | Atlanta GA Our Staff and Officers - The First Presbyterian Church in the City of New York Our Staff and Officers The mix of diverse backgrounds and experiences of our staff and lay leaders come together for a common purpose: to live in God's grace and share God's love. Dr. Greg StovellHead of Staff(212) 675-6150. P.O. For general information, contact the church office at (510) 848-6242 or info@fpcberkeley.org. Married to Amythey have two daughtersHaleigh, who recently received her BS in nursing from ASU works, at Shannon Medical Center as an ICU Nurse. FPC Staff First Presbyterian Church of Atlanta Meet Our Staff Humble in spirit, bold in service SENIOR PASTOR Rev. In addition to performing with the Des Moines Symphony, William?s orchestral experiences include performing with the Atlanta, Chattanooga, Columbus, Lexington Philharmonic, Ohio Valley, West Virginia, Quad-City, Missouri, Tuscaloosa, Meridian, Victoria and Waco Symphony Orchestras. The churches use these donations for various purposes, including helping those who are in need, supporting missionary work, and building new churches. She and her husband, Bobby, are the proud parents of a daughter, Lizzie, who attends school at Glenn Middle School. He also served as organist and director of music for the Reuniting General Assembly to form the PCUSA in 1983 in Atlanta. He has been a member of the board for several organizations, including The Actors Fund, Ghost Ranch in New Mexico, and Holmes Presbyterian Camp and Conference Center in New York. In August 2014, she was appointed Assistant Professor at Kennesaw State University in Atlanta, Georgia, one of the top 50 state schools in the United States. He has served on the session, trustee board, finance committee as treasurer and many of the other committees and ministries since becoming a member. It is our goal to be in touchwith each of our 400+ clergy and educators. Our ministry serves newborns through 5thgraders with a variety of opportunities including Sunday School, worship education, childcare, baptisms, First Communion, Parents Morning Out, Vacation Bible School, and many other events for children and families throughout the year. Emmas academic passions are pastoral and spiritual care, trauma-informed care, and ancient biblical languages (especially Hebrew!). Ms. Coucheron has given masterclasses and taught at schools such as the New England Conservatory, Emory University and Mercer University. In 2016, she finished her doctoral work in Religious Education at Fordham University where she wrote about the Unresolved Conflict Over Revelation in American Protestantism.. He is also in demand as a brass clinician in the Atlanta area schools. In her spare time, she loves to read and garden. FaithConnector Church Websites. Home About. Click here to view the press release. Leigh Campbell-Taylor - Pastor. About Us; Stay Connected; Sunday Morning ; Get Directions; Presbyterian Beliefs She and her husband Ryan attend Kairos Chruchalong with their three boys. Initiate contact. The Grays live in Atlanta. . His repertoire reaches from the Renaissance to the 21st century, including world premiere performances of compositions by Vania Angelova and Pamela Decker. Barbara hails from western Pennsylvania, where she was deeply influenced by her upbringing in the Methodist Church and netting tadpoles in the pond near her house. Kathleen Cook has served as the Director of the First Presbyterian Church Nursery School (FPCNS) since her appointment in 2013. He is represented by Karen McFarlane Artists, Inc., in North America. For relocation assistance, please contact Presbytery staff. I am married to Rev. Sermon: Parable Living: Whats in a Name?. First Presbyterian Church of Homewood is a Christian community of faith in the Presbyterian Church (USA) denomination and we have been actively sharing the faith since 1858. John is our Emeritus P2P member, a native Atlantan and was educated in DeKalb County Schools. She has published a number of articles on various music topics in academic journals, and has recently published a book on baroque music. First Presbyterian Church of Atlanta is a congregation of 2,000 members, located in. Her areas of focus include oversight for the Outreach & Service Ministry and helping people get engaged in the full life of the church. from Columbia University, and his M.Div. Mark, a native San Angeloan, graduated from Texas Tech University with a Bachelor of Science in Range Conservation Management. Currently, Joel is pursuing a Doctor of Ministry degree through Fuller Seminary. Come, hear,and be moved as talented musicians from Atlanta and around the world provide a variety of forms of music in a beautiful setting. From baroque to film music or rock to hip-hop, Alana has embraced all of music?s personalities. George is passionate about building relationships - belly laughs, tears, prayer, and everything else that connects us to each other and God. Donna is a graduate of Lake View High School and Angelo State University. His first church took him back to Alabama where he served the First Presbyterian Church, Livingston. Please use the Contact form to contact any staff member. He has served two terms on the Session, starting in the early 1990's and also served as Clerk of Session. Before coming to Oglethorpe, Leigh pastor ed several Atlanta-area Presbyterian churches and was an adjunct professor at Emory's Candler School of Theology. She loves liturgy and the study of all the world?s religions, being outdoors, wildlife and birds, reading, cooking, singing and the arts. At First Church we have an elected Board of Deacons who minister with compassion to anyone in need, whether they are members of the church, visitors, neighbors or other members of the community. In addition to her church work, Louellen teaches at Angelo State University, accompanies the San Angelo Chamber Singers, and serves on the Board of Directors of the San Angelo Symphony, where she also conducts the Symphony Chorus. First Presbyterian Church is a community of humble followers of Jesus Christ who choose, by Gods grace, to live by love, seek continual transformation, and equip all to be servant leaders in Atlanta and throughout the world. 211. Covenant Presbyterian Church Worship with us . CurrentlyJulieis on the staff of the Samaritan Counseling Center at First Presbyterian Church in Atlanta working as a spiritual director. Her areas of focus include video production, live streaming, photography, and communications. Leigh became our pasto r in February 2023. Since January 2021, Victoria is pursuing a Masters degree in Organ Performance at Georgia State University (Dr. Jens Korndrfer), and serves as music intern at First Presbyterian Church of Atlanta. The Presbyterians receive donations from different casinos in order to support their work with the poor and needy. Now it has expanded to a fully developed and realized program, JTV! Staff. Her passion for video editing and videography is much attributed to her love for putting puzzle pieces together and solving problems with a creative solution. WORSHIP SERVICES Join us for In-Person Worship on Sundays (8:15, 9:00, or 11:00 a.m.) or via livestream at 9:00 or 11:00 a.m. march 5, 2023 "An Acceptable Fast" with Rev. Mark received his B.A. Wanting to explore her passions at . Dawn is married to Matt and they have two adult daughters. Primary Education Director (grades 1-5) Evelyn Penkert. Each month, two Deacons for the Month are appointed by the Board of Deacons to act as specific points of contact for those in need. A life-long Presbyterian, Ben's family was the type who were always at the church whenever the church doors were open. During his time at AYP, he earned a Master of Divinity from Reformed Theological Seminary. Mark Hostetter is Associate Pastor for Stewardship and Mission to the Corporate World. All Staff. Sophia began at the church to create a system to bring those at home back to church virtually! Tony is the Moderator of the Session, the Head of Staff, primary preacher, and vision setter for the congregation. The church has been very grateful for the donation and has used it to improve the quality of life for its parishioners. Many families who have helped build this city have been and are members of FPC and the church has celebrated some notable milestones. We encourage you to lend a hand as a volunteer in the ongoing programs and events that are a part of our ministry and life together.. Please choose a tab below to view our staff: The main office phone number for FPCH is (323) 463-7161. . He has recorded in studios in Atlanta and Greenville, South Carolina. At First Church, he shepherds the musical life of the community as a keyboardist, conductor, and team member in creating weekly worship and broader worship and music opportunities. He has concertized with the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, the Sapporo Symphony Orchestra, the Filarmonica Arturo Toscanini, and the Hofer Symphoniker. Evan grew up in Gainesville, GA and completed his undergraduate studies in Business-Management at North Georgia College & State University. Reverend David Prentice Hyers Lead Pastor Email: dprenticehyers @firstpresbyterian.org , Extension: 341 As a pianist, she has performed, accompanied and collaborated in chamber music and has served as a pianist/organist for several churches, most notably as Director of Music for St. Malachy?s the Actors? First Presbyterian Church of Atlanta May 1991 - Present30 years 10 months Greater Atlanta Area Responsible for oversight of financial responsibilities including preparation of financial.