Our Staff
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Tom Thao- Lead Pastor
Pastor Toua Thomas “Tom” Thao comes from the Milwaukee area.
Tom began his ministry in 1992, serving three Baptist congregations prior to coming into the United Methodist Church in 2006. Since then, he has served four United Methodist Churches in Milwaukee prior to coming to Fort Atkinson.
Tom loves to teach discipleship and share the love of Christ with everyone. His passion is to see people know Jesus Christ deeply and have a personal relationship with Him.
Tom is married to Maynou and they have 5 children and a grand-daughter.
Philippians 1:21, “For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain.”
pastortom@fortmethodist.org
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Modesto Soto- Hispanic Pator
More information coming soon!
modesto@fortmethodist.org
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Kate Vance- Children & Youth Director
Kate leads our preschool, elementary students, and teens in learning about Jesus.
As a lifelong member of our church, Kate has been part of our Sunday school, Vacation Bible School and youth programs for over 25 years. In addition to her work at FUMC, Kate has worked with children over the past 15 years.
Micah 6:8, “He has shown you what is good, O man. And what does the Lord require of you? To act justly, love mercy, and walk humbly with your God.”
kate@fortmethodist.org
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Betty Murley- Office Manager
Betty serves with warmth and uses her organizational expertise to run the office.
She does everything from putting Sunday services in order to sending out weekly communications to managing the various church and community programs. Betty is the hub of the church and her long time membership ensures that congregant relationships remain strong and people stay connected and informed.
office@fortmethodist.org
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Brenda Nitardy- Music Director
Brenda serves as worship service organist/pianist and directs the choir.
Brenda has participated in the musical aspect of church services since she was a young child. She started playing organ for services at 14 years old. Brenda was very involved in music throughout school and graduated from UW-Whitewater with a Bachelor of Music Education degree with her primary instrument being voice.
music@fortmethodist.org
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Dana Cushman- Custodian
Dana serves as custodian keeping our building up to date and clean.
He has served in many roles during his lifelong membership at FUMC and is happy to continue to serve.
Accountable Leadership Team
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Tim Haak
CHAIRMAN
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Bob Cheek
FINANCE
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Troy Grady
FINANCE
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Guy Horton
TRUSTEE
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Diane Schwab
TRUSTEE
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Linda Kent
STAFF PARISH RELATIONS
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Cathy Daly
STAFF PARISH RELATIONS
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MaryEllen Findlay
HOSPITALITY
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Midge Gill
WORSHIP
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Kristi Krause
MEMBER AT LARGE