First United Methodist Church

Grenada, Mississippi

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Rev. Guss Shelly pastor of

First United Methodist Church

Bro. Guss offers you a warm welcome each Sunday morning and evening whether you are able to worship with us at the church or view our broadcast on Channel 7. His mission minded, spiritual guidance is moving our congregation into ever more increasing outreach opportunities. Whether he is telling a story to the children or delivering the message, Bro. Guss is Christ lead and inspired.   

Our Director of Music Ministry, Derry Brunt, is a spark of light. He holds high the light of Christ in the darkness with his caring and kindness. He gives all the honor and glory to God when he shares his musical talent with all of us. The third Thursday of each month is XYZ day and Derry makes each one so very special. The children love coming to choir practice just to see "Mr. Derry." (picture to be added)

 

How happy we were when Jason Anding joined our church staff as Youth Director. He brings with him a Christ centered enthusiasm which is infectious along with a wonderful sense of humor. How thankful we are to have Jason a part of our church family.

 

 

 

 

 

Lynsie Willoughby, our Director of Children's Ministries, does a great job working with our littlest Methodists. She makes sure that they are steeped in the mission of the church as well as planning fun filled adventures to different destinations. The children love "Miss Lynsie" and we do too. (picture to be added)

 

Our Church Secretary, Alicia Chaney, greets you with a warm smile whenever you visit the church. Her hard work and diligence has shown itself in our newsletter, the "Glad Tidings," along with our worship bulletins. Her smile shines the love of Christ to all who come to First UMC.

 

 

 

 

 

Jerry Dantone, Church Accountant, takes care of the churches financial business with a smile. He makes sure that the financial life of the church is maintained and we are very thankful and blessed to have Jerry as part of our staff. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Scott Crawford, our Facility Manager, never has grass growing under his feet. From the beautifully manicured grounds to the daily maintenance of such a historic building, Scott sees that our church is taken care of. Our church wears a smile due to Scott's care.

 

 

 

 

 

Our Lay Leader is Dwight Austin. Being Lay Leader is a job in itself, but Dwight also works in our Television Ministry, works with our computers, works wonders with the sound equipment at meetings and special events. He always has a helping hand extended and welcomed smile.

 

 

 

Site updated April 1, 2008

Resident Bishop Hope Morgan Ward
District Superintendent Vickie White
Minister Guss Shelly
Director of Music & Older Adults Derry Brunt
Director of Student Ministry Jason Anding
Director of Children's Ministry Lynsie Willoughby
Church Secretary Alicia Chaney
Accountant Jerry Dantone
Church Organist Jennifer Turner
Church Pianist Jean Venters
Facility Manager  Scott Crawford
Church Custodial Staff Joyce Bew
Newsletter Editor Alicia Chaney
Prayer List Billie Young
Ministers in Residence Johnny Dinas, Jack Smith and J.C. Hubbard

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