Jennie Williams Lead Pastor |
Where did you grow up? I grew up in Tulsa, OK
Mountains or the beach? I love the beach, though I wouldn't turn down a trip to the mountains, either! What is your favorite part of your job? My favorite part of my job is getting connected with people. I can't believe I get to watch people grow in their faith in Jesus Christ everyday! My prayer is that everyone at Elm Springs UMC comes to realize their God-given gifts so that they can help bring transformation to our community, to Arkansas, and around the world. What is your favorite quote? "Do the best you can until you know better. Then when you know better, do better." - Maya Angelou |
Lindsey Russell Pastor of Worship and Engagement |
Where did you grow up? Springdale
Mountains or the beach? Mountains What is your favorite part of your job? Working with the musicians and thinking through the different parts of each worship service to create meaningful worship experiences for our congregation. I also love seeing the ways Elm Springs UMC serve their neighbors in our many outreach activities. What is your favorite quote? "Don't judge each day by the harvest you reap but by the seeds that you plant." - Robert Louis Stevenson |
Denise Crutchfield Children's Coordinator |
Where did you grow up? I grew up in Malvern, Arkansas!
Mountains or the beach? I can’t choose! They’re both great, so I’ll choose Hawaii! Mountains on the beach! What is your favorite part of your job? I love getting to meet new people and I enjoy the fact that every day is different. No two days are the same! What is your favorite quote? “Children make your life important.” – Erma Bombeck |
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Where did you grow up? Van Buren, Arkansas
Mountains or the beach? Beach. I sure do love some mountains though. What is your favorite part of your job? I love developing relationships with youth as they grow in their walk with Christ. What is your favorite quote? "When one door closes, another opens." - Alexander Graham Bell |
David Chandler Grounds AND Facilities Coordinator |
Where did you grow up? I grew up in Simi Valley in Southern California.
Mountains or the beach? The beach! What is your favorite part of your job? Doing unexpected things for people. What is your favorite quote? "Give thanks for a little, and you will find a lot." |
In addition to our talented pastoral and staff team, Elm Springs UMC also receives leadership and guidance from our 2022 Leadership Team.
Team members include:
Board Chairperson: Darrell Froud (SPRC*)
Treasurer: Philip Clark (Finance)
Lay Leader: Lea Brown (Ex Officio)
James Aunspaugh (SPRC)
Laura Land (SPRC)
Tonya Nelson (SPRC)
Lynda Belvedresi (Mission/ministries)
Jim Brown (Mission/ministries)
Ladona Holcomb (Mission/ministries)
David Cheek (Trustees)
Stephen Franks (Trustees)
AJ Plichta (Trustees)
Debbie Chandler (Finance)
Bob Downum (Finance)
Greg Humphries (Finance)
Kelly Lindenmuth (Finance)
*SPRC: Staff/Parish Relations Committee - provides support and guidance for pastors and staff at ESUMC.
Team members include:
Board Chairperson: Darrell Froud (SPRC*)
Treasurer: Philip Clark (Finance)
Lay Leader: Lea Brown (Ex Officio)
James Aunspaugh (SPRC)
Laura Land (SPRC)
Tonya Nelson (SPRC)
Lynda Belvedresi (Mission/ministries)
Jim Brown (Mission/ministries)
Ladona Holcomb (Mission/ministries)
David Cheek (Trustees)
Stephen Franks (Trustees)
AJ Plichta (Trustees)
Debbie Chandler (Finance)
Bob Downum (Finance)
Greg Humphries (Finance)
Kelly Lindenmuth (Finance)
*SPRC: Staff/Parish Relations Committee - provides support and guidance for pastors and staff at ESUMC.