GHENT UNITED METHODIST CHURCH - Key Persons
Ann began teaching in our preschool in 2011 and then became director in 2017. She has a Social Work degree from Christopher Newport University, and previously worked for Head Start and as Family Services Coordinator for York Co. Ann enjoys the family-like feeling of our church and preschool.
After 36 years, Brad Norris retired from St. Andrew's Church and School in Newport News. He enjoys doing work as an organ and piano substitute and accompanying singing groups in Hampton Roads, such as Bellissima. It is a blessing to hear him play our beautiful Casavant Pipe Organ.
Caroline joined our team in 2022. She grew up attending Lewis Memorial UMC in Evans, GA. Caroline has a BSN from Augusta University and previously worked as a nurse. She now stays home with her son full-time.
Job Titles:
- Communications Lead & Office Coordinator
Dawn gave her life to Christ at a young age and has always been a member of a church. Having worn many hats over the years, she understands the needs of a church and is happy to be a part of our team.
Lisa joined our church in 2005 and began working in the church office in 2013. She looks for ways to share the compassion and helping hand of Christ while doing her work.
Congregational song is Nellwyn's passion! She joined us in 2017 and has served churches in several denominations. Her degree is in Church Music from Mars Hill University. Nellwyn also works as the Parish Administrator for Emmanuel Episcopal Church in VA Beach.
Rev. Ry began serving our congregation in July 2021 and has enjoyed getting to know everyone in our faith community. He encourages us to grow together in our faith and is passionate about sharing the good news that Jesus is for everyone, with no exceptions! Ryan loves Bible Studies, his family, and hockey.
Valerie has traveled the world as a full time Navy wife and is happy to put some roots down. As a native Californian, she's enjoying exploring the adventures the East Coast has to offer. In her spare time, you will usually find her in some body of water and praising God in song.