I have worked in church ministry most of my life, beginning as a pre-teen as an assistant in children's church and playing piano for services. My piano experience is immense including serving in various churches, playing shows for the community theater, playing for weddings and funerals, and playing for state, district, and local choral events for Georgia Music Educators. I have attended the annual Music and Worship Arts Week at Lake Junaluska in North Carolina where I gained much knowledge and skill in Visual Arts for Worship, Worship planning, Choral skills, and Handbell skills. I feel that this yearly experience has been a time of renewal and encouragement for me. I hope to continue this in the future.
As Director of Fresh Expressions, developed and launched "Colorful Expressions, an Art Community" as an outreach for adults who are unchurched and looking for a source of community and creative expression. Assisted Pastor in Charge with Karate Kids for Christ, a community outreach program for children ages 4-12.
Directed the music ministry which included leading the Chancel Choir, leading the handbell ensemble, securing guest musicians as needed (such as instrumentalists and guest soloists or groups), supervising the pianist, and leading traditional music. In addition, supported the pastor in charge in music needs for community events such as Sunrise Service, Good Friday event, and Clarkesville Community Candlelight Caroling.
As worship arts director, supervised the altar guild and communion stewards, changed paraments and banners as needed, helped organize special service church decor such as World Communion, and managed dramatic events.
Directed the choir, accompanied the choir, played piano for services, and assisted pastor in music selections for services.