Staff

Senior Pastor
Pastor Diane Gordon has oversight of the worship life and administration of the congregation, and is supervisor of the staff. She is available for spiritual direction, counseling, weddings, funerals, and visitation. Contact Diane
Kay DeMoss Minister of Discipleship
The Rev. Kay DeMoss is an ordained deacon in the West Michigan Conference. A certified Minister of Education, Kay preaches, teaches, and coordinates Central’s leadership development and spiritual growth experiences for adults. Contact Kay
Minister of Music
John Mattson is Central’s Minister of Music. John serves as our organist as well as the director of our choral and instrumental groups. Contact John
Director of Youth Ministries
Jimmy Epplett is Central’s new Director of Youth Ministry. Jimmy leads and organizes activities that help our youth and their families grow in the spirit. Contact Jimmy
Office Manager/BookkeeperPatty Dahlman is the face of support services at Central United Methodist Church. She also is the remitting treasurer.             Contact Patty
 Staff 7 - Copy Parish Visitor
The Rev. Lynn DeMoss makes visits to those people of the congregation who are home-bound and confined to nursing homes/assisted living facilities. He also coordinates a team of volunteer parish visitors. Contact Lynn.
  Finance Office
Jim Johnson is a faithful volunteer who cares for the pledges, memorials, and other gifts to Central. Jim can be reached at 722-6545. Contact Jim.
  Custodian
Doug Schramm is our custodian under the direction of the Administrative Assistant.
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