Church Staff
Rev. Dr. Sarah Rohret
Pastor Sarah is from Spencer, Iowa. Mama to 4 kids in their early 20's she loves all the energy and laughter they bring home. She is dog Mama to Wang & Chen two Pekingese rescue pups. She loves to quilt and paint and read. Pastor Sarah has 28 years of experience as a pastor in the United Methodist Church, a Master of Divinity, a Doctor of Ministry from the University of Dubuque Seminary and is completing a Masters of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Upper Iowa University.
Pastor Stuart Vander Vegte
Pastor Stuart is Dad to 3 boys and loves playing video games and watching sports with them. He is an avid gamer from board games to video games. Pastor Stuart has a Master of Divinity from the University of Dubuque Seminary. He also works with Four Oaks in Ottumwa helping families come together and be healthier.
Patti Richmond
Patti is the heart of our office with all the answers. She is a proud mom, grandma and great-grandma. She loves jigsaw puzzles and reading. She has worked for Hospice for 14 years before coming to FUMC in 2023.
Mike McCarthy
Mike is our Mr. Clean. He works for Walmart but helps us stay clean and orderly weekly. He also sings in the choir with his lovely wife Margy and is Papa to Collette who often comes with to inspect the cleaning process.
Suzanne Lary
Suzanne is a double threat - our Chair of the Church Council and our Choir Director. Basically she knows everything that is going on! Suzanne is also active with the Lord's Cupboard food pantry that is located in the church parking lot. When not busy she is often at her lake house enjoying the peace and quiet.