Staff
Pastor Sam began his ministry as an intentional interim pastor at Flora First Christian Church in October 2007. He is a graduate of The University of the Cumberlands, Williamsburg, Kentucky and Lexington Theological Seminary, Lexington, Kentucky. He is married to Beverly and they are parents of twin daughters who are college students at Indiana University. His interests and hobbies include swimming, power walking, reading John Grisham novels, traveling, and attending live theater productions. (E-mail Pastor Sam) PastorSam (at) ffni (dot) com
Phyllis began her career as FFCC’s secretary in 1976 under Pastor Larry Kuntz and continues to “break in” new ministers. She is married to Jerry L., and they are the parents to two children and five grandchildren! She is a former FFCC choir director, a current Elder, active in CWF, and generally has the answers to your “where to I go” questions. She is an avid golfer and a “True Blue” Indianapolis Colts fan.
(E-mail Phyllis) Christian.Church (at) ffni (dot) com
Jo Ann is senior staffer who united in membership at FFCC in 1944 and has served at our organist for sixty plus years. She and husband Jack recently celebrated their 66th wedding anniversary. They are parents to a son, daughter, and one granddaughter, two step grandchildren, and four step great-grandchildren. Jo Ann’s hobbies include knitting, reading, quilting, and music. She also serves as accompanist for the Carroll County Extension Chorus.
Dave is married to Julie, and they have the world’s most adorable baby boy. He has been directing at FFCC since 2001, and happily & readily welcomes new choir members. Dave is employed at Purdue’s University News Service (Go Boilers!)
Miriam has been leading various youth choirs for several years. She is married to David Pickens, and they are the parents to three teenagers. Miriam has children practice for special events throughout the year. She also directs the chancel choir in a contemporary song generally once a month.
Jennifer has been custodian at Flora First Christian for more than 14 years, and a member of the church for 30 years. She also has worked 30 years at the Carroll County Comet where she is a writer and photographer. She has two daughters and five grandchildren.
Contact Information
Pastor’s office hours: Monday - Thursday; 8:30 a.m. - noon.
Secretary’s office hours: Monday - Thursday, 8 a.m. - noon.
Both Pastor Sam and Phyllis are available in the afternoons by appointment.
Phone: (574) 967-4246
(E-mail Pastor Sam) PastorSam (at) ffni (dot) com
(E-mail Church Srecretary Phyllis) Christian.Church (at) ffni (dot) com
Flora First Christian Church
(Disciples of Christ)
8 E. South Street
Flora, Indiana 46929
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