Pastors and Staff
Andrew Conard
Lead Pastor
andrew.conard@mcphersonfumc.com
Fun Fact: I’m a fifth-generation Kansan and third-generation United Methodist minister. While pastoring is my first full-time career, I’ve had side gigs in groundskeeping, housekeeping, delivery, and ride-share driving. I’ve had the opportunity to visit four continents, including a summer working in Yellowstone National Park.
Favorite Hobby/Activity: Gardening helps me connect with nature, and meditation helps me stay centered. I stay active through running, walking and enjoy exploring new technology, especially Apple products.
Favorite Bible Verse: Luke 15:11-32 (Parable of the Prodigal Son) – a powerful story of unconditional love and forgiveness. Also, Revelation 7:9 – “After this, I looked, and there was a great crowd that no one could number. They were from every nation, tribe, people, and language. They were standing before the throne and before the Lamb.” This verse inspires me to work toward a diverse and inclusive church.
Jeanne Koontz
Deacon / Pastor of Community & Connections
jeanne.koontz@mcphersonfumc.com
Fun Fact: I lived in 6 different towns and 8 houses before the age of 18, all in Kansas.
Favorite Hobby/Activity: Playing piano and singing, puzzles, bike rides with family.
Favorite Bible Verses: Micah 6:8 – “He has told you, human one, what is good and what the Lord requires from you: to do justice, embrace faithful love, and walk humbly with your God.”
Jeremiah 29:11 – “I know the plans I have in mind for you, declares the Lord; they are plans for peace, not disaster, to give you a future filled with hope.”
Sarah Hendricks
Director of Youth, Young Adult, and Family Ministries
sarah.hendricks@mcphersonfumc.com
Fun Fact: When I was in high school, I went to Hawaii for a few weeks to babysit my cousins. My uncle let me drive his beautiful Acura to the grocery story…and I got in a wreck on the way home!
Favorite Hobby/Activity: I really love spending time with my family! They bring me so much joy! My dogs are also a source of great joy in my life! I also have an addiction to watching TikTok videos!
Favorite Bible Verse: Jeremiah 29:11 – “For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”
Morgan Farres
Administrative Assistant
office@mcphersonfumc.com
Fun Fact: I was a dental assistant for 8 years!
Favorite Hobby/Activity: Reading, baking, watching movies with my family, thrift shopping.
Favorite Bible Verse: John 14:27 – “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.”
Karen Jonas
Coordinator of Children’s Ministry and Nursery
karen.jonas@mcphersonfumc.com
Fun Fact: I have an extra vertabrae!
Favorite Hobby/Activity: Having game nights with my Husband and Kids, going on walks with my girlfriends, and family get togethers.
Favorite Bible Verse: Proverbs 16:24 – “Pleasant words are like a honeycomb, sweetness to the soul and health to the body.”
Nick Griggs
Director of Music
Fun Fact: I have 8 brothers and sisters and we’re all musicians…and one of my brothers and I both played college football as well!
Favorite Hobby/Activity: Watching movies with my wife!
Favorite Bible Verse: Romans 8:28-29 – “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose. For those God foreknew he also predestined to be conformed to the image of his Son, that he might be the firstborn among many brothers and sisters.”
Miriam Griggs
VBS Coordinator
vbs@mcphersonfumc.com
Fun Fact: I can clap with one hand
Favorite Hobby/Activity: Getting coffee with friends, lunch dates with friends, watching my oldest son experience new things, and dates with my husband.
Favorite Bible Verse: Depends where I am on the journey, whatever speaks to me and propels me forward.
Mark Hunter
Technology
tech@mcphersonfumc.com
Fun Fact: Favorite Sport is Curling. I believe I am still the only certified instructor in Kansas. I’ve served on camp staff for nearly 30 years across 6 decades.
Favorite Hobby/Activity: Theatre and Shows Tech – Lighting/Sound/video; and photography
Favorite Bible Verse: Mark 3:14 – “And he appointed twelve to be with him and to be sent out to preach.”
Amy Warner
Head Organist
Fun Fact: I drive tractor and semi on my farm.
Favorite Hobby/Activity: reading, hiking, camping, dancing, pets
Favorite Bible Verse: Philippians 4:8 – “Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things.”
Scott Reimer
Custodian
scott.reimer@mcphersonfumc.com
ADJUNCT STAFF
STEPMC
Steps to End Poverty McPherson County
STEPMC has its office space in the McPherson First United Methodist Church building. To learn more about their team of staff, visit https://www.stepmc.org/meet-our-staff
