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504 Bohleber Drive Carmi, IL 62821 (618)382-7081 fcc@shawneelink.net |
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About Us |
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Steve McClure, Pulpit Minister Steve is a native of Joplin, Missouri and attended Ozark Christian
College, El Paso School of Missions, and the University of Wisconsin. He
holds 2 degrees, one in ministry, and one in missions. He is the son of a
preacher. He loves to preach, and served as the Preaching Minister at the
Smoky Mountain Christian Church (Sevierville, TN) for over 19 years. Upon
Steve's arrival at Smoky Mountain the church was still a 'Church Plant'
receiving financial support from the area and averaging about 80 members. The
church as been financially independent for years, and currently Smoky Mountain
has over 300 members. He also has a passion for missions and is serving on
these mission boards: Gospel Broadcasting Mission (most notable the The
Christian Hour, for which Steve's father serves as host!), Mission
Services Association (responsible for numerous publications); and Kuki
Christian Church, in India. There are other community-based ministries he's
involved with. He reads often, loves to cook, and enjoys watching baseball at
ball fields. Steve joined our Staff here at First Christian Church in May 2007. Steve and his wife Ginger have been married
for over 24 years and they have 2 young adult children. Their 21 year old son
works for the National Park Service in the Smoky Mountain park, and Lydia is
a sophomore at Johnson Bible College. Ginger loves to be outdoors, especially
mowing grass! Ginger has also served in numerous capacities in church
work.church. She is known for her ability to teach the Bible. Having a heart
for children, she assisted a kindergarten teacher in the public school for
years until the teacher retired, at that point Ginger was asked to increase
her hours at her other part-time job assisting doctors in the medical field.
Before moving to Carmi, she worked in the Pigeon Forge/Gatlinburg (Tennessee) Tourism
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Greg Pelc Associate Minister |
Greg Pelc, Associate Minister Being born & raised in Pittsburgh, PA., Greg is naturally a HUGE Steelers fan. Yet, oddly, he is a HUGE Cubs fan. He has been happily married to wife Lynn since June 4, 1983.They have been blessed with 2 awesome offspring (they’re too old to be called ‘children’). Sarah is a junior in college and J.P. is a high school senior. Greg has a Bachelor of Science degree with a Preaching & Youth Ministry specialty and a major in Bible from Johnson Bible College. Plus, he has several college credit hours in the area of Christian Counseling. He was a Youth Minister for over 17 years (which explains many things) prior to joining our staff here at First Christian in May of 2001. You can find Greg riding his motorcycle, snow skiing, messing around out in the garage, or reading. He enjoys life & laughter... his mom still would like to see him become a comedian... and a good prank is never out of the question! His favorite Bible character is the Apostle John, because of the Disciple’s thoughts, insights, growth, and writings. |
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Nathan Chitwood, Youth Minister Nathan is a native of Plainfield, IN and a graduate of Lincoln Christian College in Lincoln, IL. He was called to be Youth Minister at FCC in December, 1993 after serving at Clermont Christian Church in Indianapolis. He leads the Middle School and High School age programs here at FCC. Nathan is also a member of Kiwanis and is the sponsor of the Key Club at Carmi White County High School, which has many projects including concessions for football games. Nathan and his wife, Sharon (a native of Indianapolis) have been married 17 years as of December 30. Sharon is the Prayer Ministry Leader at FCC and has served as Children’s Education Coordinator. They have four children: Brandon: sophomore in high school, member of Carmi White-Co High School football and track teams Josh, 8th grader at Carmi White Co Middle School – plays soccer and Jr Pro Football Allison, 4th grader – plays soccer and Summer League softball Luke, 2nd grader – Summer League T Ball |
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Linda Carter, Directory
of Children’s Ministries Linda oversees plans, organizes materials, and obtains personnel for our Pre K-5th Grade Children's Programs including Youth Groups, Activities, and Pre K Worship. Linda is a native of McLeansboro, but has been a Carmi resident since 1986. She is a graduate of McLeansboro High School, Fairfield Community College (Associate Degree), University of Evansville (Bachelor Degree), and University of Wesleyan in Marion, IN (Master's Degree). She retired from teaching in the Carmi school district after 28 years . Linda loves to travel and has been to Australia, Aruba, Panama, Costa Rica, and Hawaii. In addition, she goes on a "Sister Tour" each year for the past 30 years with 2 of her sisters. Linda loves to spend time with her family - son and daughter-in-law Kenny and Lisa Carter, daughter and son-in-law Pam and Kevin Hammell, and four grandchildren Carson and Cole Carter, and Shelby and Mallory Hammell. |
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Rose Poore, Office Manager Rose has worked for the church since 1972 (35 years). She enjoys family time especially with granddaughter, Gabrielle Knox age 5. Rose also likes dancing, writing, speaking, traveling, and office work. She writes a bi-weekly humor column ( Life Through Rose-Colored Glasses) for the Carmi Times newspaper and has over 25 years of speaking experience at Ladies Days, Retreats, Banquets, Civic Organizations, and Secretary Conferences. She and her husband, Harold E. "Coach" Poore, celebrated their 46th wedding anniversary last January. He is a retired teacher/coach/Athletic Director (34 yrs in education) and is now a sporting goods team sales rep to schools. He was inducted into the Illinois High School Basketball Coaches Hall of Fame last spring. He enjoys sports & training standardbred horses. They have one daughter, Tammy Knox, graduate of Murray State University (Murray, Ky) where she was a member of the MSU Women’s Tennis Team and Alpha Sig Sorority. She works as a marketing and publicity director. She and her daughter, Gabrielle, live near Indianapolis. |
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Sharon Hargis, Office Assistant Sharon has worked for the church since 1991 (17 yrs). She enjoys reading, family, working at the church, and walking. Her husband, John, is an elder at the church. They celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary in August 2007. He is a retired coal mine foreman and works part time at Super Wash. He loves horseback riding and U of I sports. They have one daughter and two sons. Their daughter, Kim, is a Flight Attendant for Continental Airlines and is married to John Moskoff, who is a pharmaceutical salesman. They make their home in St. Louis. Their son Jaron is a University of Illinois graduate, now living in Evansville. He is an Assistant Vice President and Commercial Underwriter for Commerce Bank. Their son John Leo is a Rolla School of Mines graduate and is married to Sherry. They have 2 grown children: Stephanie and Adam. They make their home in Benton where John Leo works for So. Illinois Power Plant. |
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