FIRST UMC ROCKWALL - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- Director of Youth Ministries
Abbey is a native of Lufkin, is a graduate of Abilene Christian University and Perkins School of Theology at SMU. She has served the Greenland Hills UMC in Dallas and also the First UMC in Nacogdoches. She is currently a Doctor of Ministry student at SMU.
Job Titles:
- Director of Children 's Ministry
Allison has extensive experience in children's ministries, missions, programming and faith development. She has a bachelor's degree from Texas A&M Commerce. She has received extensive training and certification in children's ministries. Allison is married to Aaron and they have three children, Addie, Adam, and Alex.
Job Titles:
- Director of Communications
Amy Moore joined the staff at First UMC Rockwall in October 2017. She grew up in Richardson and graduated from Texas Christian University in 2002 with a Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts. She is married to Travis Moore and have twins, Emily and Luke. The Moore family have been members to First UMC since December 2017.
Job Titles:
- Assistant Director of the Ark Preschool
Amy graduated from Baylor University with a business degree, and was the Assistant to the Children's Minister at FUMC Rockwall prior to joining The Ark staff. In addition, Amy has served in multiple volunteer capacities in this community, since moving to Heath in 1997. Amy is married to Bob and they have twins, Garrett and Hannah.
Job Titles:
- Finance Manager
- Financial Administrator
Cheryl Boyanton joined our staff as the Financial Administrator, June 2022. She was born and raised in Illinois, and still does not care for Blue Bell ice cream or Dr. Pepper but admits nothing beats a Texas sunset or Tex Mex meal. Cheryl has served in the church financial area for the last 30 years. Cheryl is Married to her husband of 34 years. She has one remarkable daughter, Ashley, and phenomenal son-in-law, Tristian. They are blessed with the best most awesome-ness super, fantastic grandchildren ever, Jordan, Jaylen, Jace, Jeremiah and Aaliyah.
Job Titles:
- Director of the Ark Preschool
Chris joined the church staff in March 2012. She is a graduated from Boston University with a degree in elementary education, and taught for 9 years at R.Q. Mills Elementary in Dallas. Chris has attended First UMC Rockwall with Neil Conway since 2000. Neil and Chris have two children Seth and Maya.
Dr. Joe Pool came to FUMC Rockwall as senior pastor in June 2006. Joe has served several churches in the North Texas Conference. He has lead three successful building programs, increased worship attendance and mission awareness and involvement. He has led Disciple Bible Study groups and enjoys teaching. He and his wife, Becky, have three children, Candace, Corey, and Amanda.
Job Titles:
- Director of Finance and Administration
Gary has been in key leadership positions at the Lake Highlands UMC in Dallas: Finance, Feed Lake Highlands, Inc. Trustees, Capital Campaigns, and major projects. Gary has served as CFO and Managing Director of several commercial real estate companies and property development groups. Gary is married to Sabrina and they have a daughter, Megan.
Jennifer Potter joined the staff at First UMC Rockwall as Membership Secretary in March 2008. She grew up in Pennsylvania and graduated from Johnson and Wales University in 1989 with a Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management. She has one daughter Leahia. Jennifer has been a faithful member of First UMC Rockwall since 2006.
June joined the FUMC Rockwall staff in 1997, and has served churches in Kansas and Texas. She has accompanied groups and soloists throughout the United States. June is married to Bob, has one son, Jason and one granddaughter, Jaden.
Job Titles:
- Assistant Director of Children 's Ministry
Kathryn was an elementary and middle school teacher for 10 years. She has a master's degree in Education Administration and has a love for teaching children. She enjoys singing, theater, and spending time with her family. Kathryn is married to Matt, and they have two children - Graham and Niale.
Job Titles:
- Director of Music
- Director of Music and Arts
Michelle Corazao joined our staff as Director of Music and Arts in 2021. She received her Bachelor of Music in Music Education with both Choral and Instrumental emphases from Southwestern University in Georgetown, Texas, and her Master of Sacred Music from SMU (Perkins School of Theology and Meadows School of the Arts) in Dallas, Texas. Michelle has served United Methodist churches throughout the North Texas Conference, has taught public school music, and has worked with all ages. She enjoys conducting choirs and enlivening worship through congregational singing and participation. Michelle oversees the Music Ministry of the church and is the conductor of the Chancel Choir and the Youth Choir. Michelle and her husband, Marc, share their home with their son, Ian, and their orange tabby cat tiger, Aslan.
Job Titles:
- Church Administrative Assistant
Paige joined our team in June 2023 and is proud to be born and raised in Rockwall, JFND! She is the loving wife to her husband, Mike and Mama to their son, Zeke. Paige has a Master of Science Degree in Human Relations and Business. She has spent over a decade working with nonprofits to help end poverty one family at a time. After a break as a stay-at-home mom, Paige is back in action to serve others and spread love.
Job Titles:
- Associate Pastor / Minister of Life Stages Ministry
Rev. Christina Hildebrand joined our staff in 2006. Our Children's Ministry has flourished under her service and leadership. Christina will now serve as Minister of Life Stage Ministries: Pastoral Care Coordinator, Confirmation Classes, Support Group Ministries, Senior Adult Ministries and Baptism Coordination. Life Stage Ministries includes specific groups for the special seasons of our lives: Bump to Baby, Empty Nesters, Sandwich Generations, Recovery Groups, Covenant Groups, etc. Christina will continue as liturgist and preacher in Open Door worship services. Christina is married to Stefan and they have three children Andrew, William and Sarah.
Shirley connects our first time guests and continuing guests to their areas of interest in the church as well as shepherding those desiring to join through the membership process at First UMC Rockwall. She also works closely with our First Impression Teams. Shirley is a graduate of Texas A&M and is married to Larry Womack. They have two sons, Matt and wife, Melissa, Marcus and wife, Alyssa, along with nine grandchildren.