Staff
Ken Ferguson - Lead Pastor
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Rev. Ken has been with the Carroll FUMC since 2002.  He and his wife, Rev. Chrisa, and their three daughters have enjoyed calling Carroll home.  The church members of FUMC have embraced the Ferguson family through many life changes.   

Carroll First United Methodist Church (712) 792-1122

1621 N Main St; Carroll, IA 51401 or carrollumc@msn.com

      Worship
    • Saturdays 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
    • Sundays 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM (School Yr)
    •       Summer schedule 10:00 AM (June-Sept)

      Sunday School
    • Sundays 9:15 AM to 10:15 AM (School Yr)

Jessica Rockhold - Associate Pastor
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Rev. Jessica Rockhold and her husband Tim Gaul are new to the Glidden & Carroll FUMC's.  A recent graduate of Wesley Theological Seminary of Washington, D.C.; she earned her undergraduate from the University of Iowa.  Pastor Jess is responsible for the youth ministry programs of Carroll FUMC as well as the overall ministry of the Glidden First United Methodist Church.

Glidden First United Methodist (712) 659-3807

110 Hwy 30; Glidden, IA 51443 or gliddenumc@iowatelecom.net

      Worship
    • Sundays 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM

      Sunday School
    • Sundays 9:00 AM to 10:15 AM

Verona Fuller - Secretary

Verona has been managing the offices of First United Methodist church of Carroll for over 40 years.  She is a great asset to the community and the staff.  She can be found in the office on weekday mornings working on newsletters, bulletins, or making Baptism banners.

 

Contact during her office hours 7:30 AM - 12:00 PM (Noon) to:
  • Rent a meeting space
  • Book a room for Scout Troop
  • Schedule Wedding or Special Event
  • Confirm event and set-up needs
  • Transfer Membership or plan a Baptism
  • Learn "Building Use Policies" rental use information

Suzi Olberding - Education Coordinator
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Suzi Olberding has a background of Children's education.  She and her husband Dave, along with their three kids, make Carroll FUMC their home.  You can find Suzi interacting with the young people of FUMC through worship, fun & games, meals/snacks, or providing leadership with the education helpers.  You might even find her out and about as she does planning/purchasing/training for the next big event.

Her love of Christ's Children is evident in all she does for Carroll FUMC's young people.

 

Education Ministries

  • Sunday School, Sundays 9:15 AM
  • Mini Methodist, as scheduled
  • U M Kids, Tuesdays & Wednesdays after school
  • Youth Groups, Wednesdays 5:30 PM
  • Special Ministry Events as Scheduled

(See Ministries for additional details)


Jacki Montgomery - Music Director
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Responsible for the music ministry of Carroll First United Methodist.  She loves to share God's blessings through songs, instrument, and group chorals as welll as booking other musical acts to share with the community.  Jacki, her husband Mark, and their two sons call Carroll their home.

 

Music Ministries:

Vocal Choir 9:00 AM Sunday rehearsals   

  • Perform monthly at worship or as scheduled
  • Sing traditional & contemporary songs in 4 part harmony
  • Provide Christmas Music program "Christmas Cantata"
  • Share God's words through music, no prior experience necessary

View a vocal performance 'No Room' on YouTube


Ellen Severin - Organist/Bell Director

Ellen provides organ music for our Saturday or Sunday Worship services.  She is also the director for the Carroll FUMC Bell Choir.

Bell Choir 7:00 PM Wednesday rehearsal 

  • Perform at worship once a month or as scheduled
  • Share God's words through music, no prior experience necessary

Nancy Davis - Organist

Long time resident of Carroll along with her husband Mike.  Nancy provides organ music for our Saturday or Sunday Worship services.


Diane Reed - Organist/Pianist

Plays piano and/or organ for our Saturday Worship services.  Diane is a long time friend to FUMC.


Michelle Caltrider - Custodian

Along with her husband Kevin & their kids, the Caltrider family has been keeping Carroll FUMC clean for years.  Be sure to stop Michelle and her family and express your appreciation for our squeaky clean facilities.


Rebecca Wharton-Liechti - Technical Secretary
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Since marrying Dale Liechti (of Arcadia), they call Carroll their home.  Joined the Carroll FUMC staff in Sept. 2009; previously on the administrative staff at the First United Methodist Church in Indianola, IA.

Rebecca, a Theological Offspring, loves working with young people and participating in mission trips.  In fact, has been in Central America & Caribbeans teaching at local schools and providing muscles at V.I.M. work sites.   Discovered that anywhere she is, there is a Methodist Church with welcoming arms.  You can find her in the office on weekday afternoons.

 

Contact during her office hours 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM to:

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