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Rev. Kyle Kiner to speak, Weslley Hall
call to RSVP or for transportation - Lupus Support 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Library - Gamblers Anonymous 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Room 25, Doug, 314-6544
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Staff
The Reverend Dr. Kevin Tully is a native of Shawnee, OK where he graduated high school in 1976. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Sociology from Oklahoma City University and a Master
of Divinity from Southern Methodist University in Dallas, TX. His Doctor of Ministry degree was conferred by Drew University, where he was awarded highest honors (graduation with distinction).
He has also done additional postgraduate studies in the field of pastoral psychotherapy at the Center for Counseling and Psychotherapy in Oklahoma City and at Phillips Theological Seminary in Tulsa.
A college sophomore when he received his first pastoral appointment, Dr. Tully has served churches in Oklahoma, Texas, and in both the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland. He served six years as Minister of Evangelism and Preaching Associate at Boston Ave. United Methodist Church in Tulsa.
In addition to his work in the church, Dr. Tully has also served as a parenting-group facilitator for the Parent-Child Center of Tulsa, a “Big Brother” with Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Greater OKC, and as keynote speaker for Yukon’s “Parent University.” In 1999, the Western Heights School District honored him as Western Heights Academy’s “Volunteer Patron of the Year,” where he volunteered as mentor to elementary and junior high students in the Western Heights Alternative School.
Kevin and his wife, Georgia, were married in 1980 and have three children: Paige (Mrs. Colin) Chenault of Dallas, Kyle (a sophomore at Oklahoma State University), and Drew (Muskogee High School Class of 2008). Kevin enjoys golf, guitar, cycling, triathlon, reading, and gardening.
Kyle Kiner graduated from Fairview, OK High School 1997. He received his Bachelor of Arts Degree in Religion from Oklahoma City University in 2001, where he was a Bishop’s Scholar.
Upon graduation, he married Jennie (Pulver) Kiner on May 12, 2001. The couple moved to Kansas City, MO in 2005 where Kyle worked as Youth Director, Young Adult Education Director, and Pastoral Assistant while in seminary.
In 2005, Kyle was commissioned as a probationary member of the Oklahoma Conference. His first appointment was at the Apache First United Methodist Church, for almost 3 years. Kyle was ordained as an Elder in the United Methodist Church at the 2008 Oklahoma Annual Conference.
Kyle and Jennie have one daughter, Anna Elizabeth, born September 16, 2007. Kyle enjoys reading, playing golf, keeping up with his favorite college football teams and watching movies.
Buz has served on the staff of FUMC since June 1994. Currently, he is serving as the Associate Pastor of Pastoral Care. Buz is a 1975 graduate of Colorado State University – Pueblo, CO with a BS degree in Automotive Service Management. He did his graduate studies at Oklahoma City University and completed his seminary studies at St. Paul’s and Perkins. Buz was ordained a Deacon in the United Methodist Church in 2004.
Buz has been married to Patty for 34 years. They have three grown children, Alicia and her husband, Chris, of Allen, TX; Kyle and his wife, Mary, of Silver Spring, MD; and Kevin, who is a student at Pittsburg State University in Pittsburg, KS. Buz and Patty have two grandchildren and are expecting two more in the Fall of 2008.
Buz enjoys spending time with Patty, traveling, working in the yard and tinkering with his classic Chevrolet.
Favorite Bible Verse: For surely I know the plans I have for you, says the Lord, plans for your welfare and not for harm, to give you a future with hope. Jeremiah 29:11
A native of the Texas Panhandle, Wayne has been Director of Accounting since June 2000. A graduate of West Texas State University with a BBA in Finance and Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary with a Masters in Religious Education, Wayne was in the banking industry for many years before attending seminary.
Wayne is married to Lexa and they have two grown sons, Shelby and his wife, Jennifer of Midwest City and Maury and his wife , Ashley of Dallas, TX. They are proud grandparents of Toby and Holly.
Favorite Bible Verse: But Jesus looked at them and said, “For mortals it is impossible, but for God all things are possible.” Matthew 19:26
I graduated from Jay High School in 1973 and Northeastern Oklahoma A&M College in 1975 with an Associates degree in Business. I have attended FUMC since 1976 becoming a member in 1981. In August of 1991 I began working at Kids First as a preschool teacher and became director in June of 1997. I obtained the National Administrators Credential from the National Child Care Association in July of 1998.
I am married to Bartlesville native Steve Gregory and we have two children. Our son Tim is a high school history teacher at Skiatook and our daughter Tracy and her husband Michael (Bubba) had our first grandchild, Abby, in December.
I enjoy working with the children and families who walk through the Kids First doors and hope that my love for the children is exhibited in everything I do whether it is by a smile, a touch or friendly words. Kids First celebrated its 20 year anniversary on January 4, 2008. Twenty years of caring for God’s “least among us.”
Favorite Bible Verse: For God so loved the world that he gave his only son, that whosoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. John 3:16
A Bartlesville native, Celeste graduated from Sooner High School and Southern Methodist University with a Bachelor’s of Music in vocal performance. After spending seven years in Los Angeles, studying voice and opera, she went to the Zurich Opera as an apprentice. After a year and a half in Switzerland, she joined the Hagen City Theater, in Germany, where she sang for 18 years. She returned to Bartlesville in 2001 and taught at Tulsa University. She currently is Adjunct Professor of Voice at Oklahoma Wesleyan University as well as Director of Music Ministries at FUMC.
Favorite Bible Verse: For I am sure that neither death nor life, nor angels nor rulers, n or things present nor things to come, nor powers, nor heights nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord. Romans 8:38-39
Casi Morris comes to us from the University of Oklahoma where she received a degree in History. With a broad knowledge of religious history, Casi has a unique perspective on Children’s ministries. Casi has a strong commitment to children, which was realized when she began teaching at Kids First in 2005. Casi’s commitment extends to all the children of FUMC as she has been continuously working to improve the facilities, plan events, institute programming, and assist with curriculum. Casi is married to Michael, who is FUMC’s softball coach, and has a 2-year-old son.
Favorite Bible Verse: He will yet fill your mouth with laughter, and your lips with shouts of joy. Job 8:21
Lisa comes to this position after serving as a volunteer with the children and youth of our church for the past ten years and attending several seminars on Youth Ministry. She has been the Director of Vacation Bible School for 5 years, sponsor at elementary and youth summer camps for seven years, Sunday School teacher and volunteer in the Youth department. Lisa has a passion for working with the youth of our church to guide them in Bible study, Mission work and fellowship activities. Lisa and her husband, Randy have been members of our church for ten years and have two children, Ryan and Marissa. Lisa has a Bachelor degree in Business Administration from Emporia State University.
Dr. Thompson was raised in the Washington, D.C. Suburbs of Maryland and received the Bachelor, Master and Doctors degree in Music from the University of Maryland on scholarship and full fellowship. Though a clarinet major, he studied organ at the university during the school year and then at Westminster ChoirCollege in Princeton, N. J. in the summers. His main organ teachers included Joan Lippincott, George Markey, and Pat Partridge. In addition to studying organ at the University of Maryland, he was the chapel organist there for the protestant and catholic services for seven years.
He became professor of music at the College of Charleston in South Carolina in 1974 where he headed the instrumental music division. While in Charleston he was principal clarinet and assistant conductor of the Charleston Symphony, Music Director of the Charleston Opera Company and Music Director of the Spoleto Festival All-State Youth Orchestra. He was a finalist in the East-West International Artists competition in New York City and Third Prize Winner in the National Orchestral Conducting Competition held in LaCrosse Wisconsin in 1981.
Randy came to Bartlesville in 1985 and became a Diaconal Minister in the Oklahoma United Methodist Church. Since 1998, Randy has been fulltime professor of music and administrator at Oklahoma Wesleyan University, serving as Department Coordinator, Humanities Division Chair, Associate Dean for Academic Assessment and presently as Vice President for Institutional Development. Randy also plays clarinet in the Bartlesville Symphony and Tulsa’s Signature Symphony in addition to being FUMC’s organist.
Favorite Bible Verse: For by grace you have been saved through faith; and this is not your own doing, it is the gift of God – not because of works, lest any man should boast. Ephesians 2: 8-9
CJ was raised in Gilmer, TX where she spent loads of time learning and worshipping at First United Methodist Church. Her college years were spent at Texas A&M University and Texas A&M Wesley Foundation. She says that the Wesley Foundation taught her about service projects and true acceptance by the church.
After college CJ taught junior high and high school math in Center Point, Bandera, and Giddings TX. She also worked in Christian education part-time in United Methodist churches in Boerne, Bandera, and Mason TX. CJ was very active with United Methodist Women while living in TX—she served as a conference officer for 8 years and a district officer for 4 years. She learned about doing International Christmas Markets through UMW and has been continuing that ministry for over 20 years.
CJ moved to Bartlesville in 2005 to teach math at Nowata High School. She joined First UMC in July 2006 and began working with the children’s music in August 2006. CJ is part of the Mission Committee, United Methodist Women, and the Sanctuary choir at First UMC. CJ’s family includes her two cats, Aranxia and Milo.
Favorite Bible Verse: We know that all things work together for good for those who love God and are called according to God’s purpose. Romans 8:28
Susan Mueller - Music Associate
Lori Hibbard has served as the Administrative Associate since August 2005, although she has been a member since December 12, 1993. When she’s not busy trying to meet the needs of the pastoral staff, she can often be found working behind the scenes with the youth department. Lori and her husband, Warren, were married April 21, 2007. Between them they have 5 children; Alex, 24; Michael, 18; Shannon, 17; Adam, 17; and Benjamin, 12. This lively group keeps their lives very interesting and often more than a little hectic!
Favorite Bible Verse: And above all these put on love, which binds everything together in perfect harmony. Colossians 3:14
Frankie has worked for FUMC for 13 years. She is responsible for creating and completing bulletins for our church, for Green country Village Vespers, and for Drive-In Church. She is the editor of the Cornerstone Newsletter. She has been creating and operating the media screens for worship, both morning and evening services, as well as special events. She is thrilled to have help in that area from the talented Mark Pinkerton. Mark took the initiative to begin working on the screens and he has brought a fresh new look to our worship services.
Frankie has two children, Kelly Berry, Director of Out-Patient Physical Therapy of St. John’s Hospital in Tulsa, Owasso, and Claremore; and her son, Nathan Dick, attends Oklahoma State University. Frankie moved to Tulsa (before the gas prices went up) to be closer to her children.
In her spare time, she loves acting and directing with Theater Bartlesville. She is also an avid sports fan, particularly football, tennis, and golf (she only plays tennis and golf.)
Favorite Bible Verse: Two are better than one, because they have a good reward for their toil. For if they fall, one will lift the other, but woe to one who is alone and falls and does not have another to help. -Ecclesiastes 4:9
Deborah Williams - Kitchen Associate
Heather Mayfield - Custodial Services
God put me on earth to accomplish a certain number of things. Right now I am so far behind I may never die!
I currently work in Telecommunications as a Broadband Operations Technician. Basically, I transport Voice, Video and Data from city to city within our covered network. Here at First Untied Methodist Church I direct and produce the Television broadcasts to our home bound members and to the public via CableOne's channel 7 every Sunday (live at 11:00am service and re-broadcast at 5:00pm).
Please check out our broadcast(s) and provide me with feedback. I will do everything I can to ensure that your ideas are addressed and implemented. If you would like to learn more about Media Ministries, stop by the booth or send me an e-mail. If you are interested in volunteering, please stop by or e-mail me.
God Bless and I'll see you Sunday!
Favorite Bible Verse: Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight. Proverbs 3:5-6
Born in El Dorado, Arkansas; Mark Pinkerton lived in Houston, Texas; Lafayette, Louisiana; and Ponca City, Oklahoma before moving to Bartlesville. He is a 2008 graduate of Bartlesville High School. Mark and his mother, Nancy, have been members of FUMC for four years. Mark joined the staff in October 2007. One of his jobs is to create and operate the media screens for the 8:30 and 11:00 worship services. He also works with the Advertising Committee to create some of our church's advertisements. He considers it a blessing to work for the wonderful people of First United Methodist Church.
Favorite Bible Verse: For surely I know the plans I have for you, says the LORD, plans for your welfare and not for harm, to give you a future with hope. Jeremiah 29:11
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