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I joined the staff of Manchester United Methodist Church in 1995, after serving churches in Texas and Iowa. As Director of Music and Worship Arts, I have the great privilege to lead this vital ministry, which includes nearly 500 children, youth and adults in all facets of Fine Arts: music, drama, dance and scenic arts. Within this ministry, I conduct the Chancel Choir, Coventry Choir and Manchester Brass! Worship Planning and managing the Joy of Music Concert series are part of my primary responsibilities.

In January of 2011, I was named Director of the St. Louis Symphony’s IN UNISON® Chorus and the Holiday Festival Chorus! Over the past 20 years, I’ve conducted honor, festival and touring choirs (choral and handbell) in the United States and Canada. A few of my previous appointments also include Adjunct Professor in Choral Music at Webster University, Assistant Conductor of the St. Louis Symphony Chorus, and Music Director of the St. Louis Metro Singers. Additional highlights include performances at Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center and Kennedy Center, 10 commissions and 2 European tours.

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James Mettrick

Production Manager James Mettrick brings over four years of church production experience from Calvary Church in St. Peters, Missouri. With more than 20 years of experience as a drummer and percussionist, he is an active musician in the St. Louis area. James is a graduate of Greenville College (now Greenville

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Mary Pettit

As Finance Director, I am responsible for all accounting functions, and providing financial information and resources to support ministry leaders. Our department processes all church receipts and disbursements, maintains donor records, and prepares monthly reports for the Leadership Board. We assist with budgeting, special analysis projects, and account for the

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Will Koehl

Will Koehl, Director of Communications and Marketing at Manchester UMC, leads the Communications team and oversees the church’s communication strategy, public relations, and marketing efforts. Will earned his Master’s Degree in Marketing from Webster University and holds an undergraduate degree from Cal State Northridge. Alongside his wife Kristi and their

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