MEMORIAL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH - Key Persons
Andrew graduated from Flagler College in 1990 with degrees in Psychology and Philosophy/Religion. A few years later he received a Master of Business Administration from the University of North Florida and has been engaged in the local business community ever since.
Married in 1989, Andrew and his wife, Sheila, a local Certified Public Accountant, have been active members of MPC while raising their two teenage children.
Job Titles:
- DIRECTOR of CHILDREN & YOUNG FAMILY MINISTRY
- Director of Children and Young Family Ministry at MPC
Anne Reid serves as the Director of Children and Young Family Ministry at MPC. A graduate of Clemson University and Princeton Theological Seminary, Anne Reid's call to the educational ministry of the church is a significant part of her Christian vocation and leadership. She was named as the "Young Professional of the Year" in St. Johns County in 2020.
Anne Reid's greatest joy is in family life with her husband and three children. You can find her enjoying the beach, spending time with friends, experimenting with recipes from "Southern Living," and cheering on the Clemson Tigers
Job Titles:
- Culinary Director at MPC
- DIRECTOR of CULINARY MINISTRIES
Cheryl Kenney is the Culinary Director at MPC. Cheryl previously owned and operated an upscale catering service, which delivered fine meals to homes and businesses.
Job Titles:
- DIRECTOR of CHILDREN's CHOIRS
Kris has been the Children's Choir Director at MPC since 2006. She joined the church in 1989. A graduate of Westmont College in California, she majored in voice and music education. Kris has taught music for over 30 years and has been at St. John's Academy since 2003.
She sings with her trio Vivace and also leads the MPC praise band, Catalyst. She is married to Dr. Yvan Kelly, who is the minister at Kirkwood Presbyterian and a professor at Flagler College. Their daughter, who grew up in MPC, now lives in Los Angeles pursuing a singing-songwriting career.
Kristen graduated from UNC-Greensboro with a degree in Finance, Insurance and Real Estate.
Job Titles:
- MPC 's Nursery Director
- NURSERY DIRECTOR
Prior to serving as MPC's Nursery Director, Lee worked for a major hospital in Illinois where she is from. She then relocated to Arizona where she was a paraprofessional with children living with disabilities. Married to Fred, Lee likes to walk, bowl, garden, and play games on the internet.
Job Titles:
- DIRECTOR of COLLEGE MINISTRY
Mary has been ministering to college students for almost 10 years and currently serves as the Assistant Director of the Youth Ministry Program at Flagler College. At MPC, Mary provides a welcoming space for young adults to feel at home and find belonging in the church. She is currently finishing her Master of Divinity from Western Theological Seminary and is an inquirer for ordination in the PCUSA.
Mary lives near the beach with her husband, Dominic, of over 20 years, and their two children. Her favorite activities include being on the water, getting her hands dirty in the garden, and laughing with friends.
Job Titles:
- Director of Memorial Presbyterian Day School
- PRESBYTERIAN DAY SCHOOL DIRECTOR
Monica has been the director of Memorial Presbyterian Day School, our early childhood ministry, since 2016. Since 1998, she has been a teacher from preschool through high school, a curriculum coordinator, an instructional coach, and a director of Christian Education. Monica is a Flagler College graduate and has her Master of Education in Educational Leadership from Southeastern University as well as her Certificate in Early Education Leadership from Harvard Graduate School of Education.
She is married to Chad and they have two sons and two cavalier King Charles spaniels.
Job Titles:
- DIRECTOR of YOUTH MINISTRY
Rachael is the Director of Youth Ministry. It is her job to provide a welcoming community that supports youth on their journeys and inspires them to be Christ's light to others. Rachael has a Master of Divinity from Princeton Theological Seminary and is a graduate of Flagler college where she studied Religion/Philosophy and Youth Ministry. Rachael is a candidate for ordination in the PCUSA.
Rachael loves to make pottery, read novels, and spend time with her husband Kevin, two kids, and their dog.
Job Titles:
- DIRECTOR of MUSIC and ORGANIST
Ray has been a church organist since the age of 15. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Church Music at the University of Georgia. He later received a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Georgia Tech and had a successful career as a manufacturing engineer with Johnson and Johnson. Combining these skills, he managed the restoration of the Aeolian-Skinner pipe organ at MPC.
His experience also includes accompanying choral groups and soloists including the St. Augustine Community Chorus.
As Parish Associate at MPC, Amy's special interests in ministry are Stephen Ministry, pastoral care, addiction & recovery, trauma & grace, and spiritual practices. Amy received her Masters of Divinity from Columbia Theological Seminary in 2000. She has a Certificate in Spiritual Formation also from Columbia and is a certified 200-hour Yoga Teacher.
She enjoys teaching yoga on the church lawn, spending time with her family and friends, trail running in Anastasia State Park, and playing with her Beagle.
Roger began his ministry with MPC in 2017 as Parish Associate with emphasis on his passion for hospitality and new member assimilation. A native of St. Paul, MN, Roger received a Bachelor of Arts from Macalester College, a Master of Divinity from Princeton Theological Seminary, and a Doctor of Ministry from Pittsburgh Theological Seminary. In addition to church duties, he is an active member of Rotary International.
Susan works as a part-time Parish Associate with the Deacons. She preaches, leads worship and provides pastoral care as part of the pastoral staff. Susan received her Master of Divinity from Memphis Theological Seminary, her Doctor of Ministry in Leadership and Spiritual Formation from Portland Seminary; and is a Certified Spiritual Director. In addition to serving on staff, Susan founded a non-profit to mentor women in ministry.
Susan lives with her husband, Dave, their two cats and a puppy.
Hunter serves MPC as Pastor and Head of Staff. A 10th generation Floridian, Hunter graduated from Flagler College where he studied philosophy. He received both his masters and doctor degrees from Columbia Theological Seminary. In addition to his duties at MPC, Hunter works with community groups and presbytery committees.
Hunter is the author of "The Glide, Confessions of a Florida Surfer." He enjoys spending time with his family, surfing, taking photos, writing, eating shrimp and grits, and walking on the beach. Hunter is married to the Reverend Amy Lehr Camp and they have one child.
Job Titles:
- MAINTENANCE SUPPORT SUPERVISOR