Our Leaders, Who Are They?

Leaders at Maple Street church are people who believe that the mission of the chuch matters. We are a team who are thankful to be part of a community where Jesus is the one in charge and
where everybody is somebody.

One of our goals is to create an environment where persons want to be part of a passionate vision. We believe we are more than just a church. We are people who are learning and teaching about God’s Big Dreams.

As leaders we hear our pastor teach and preach about building bold initiatives, and meeting the real needs of our community. Being able to affect lives in a positive manner is important to us.

Leaders at Maple Street are guided by the following scripture:

For us, our neighbor is anyone who needs help.

As leaders we are challenged and teach others to embrace the chance to take advantage of new opportunities. We are spiritual beings who focus on the possibilities of what can be. Our approach is to be a disciplined team who works together for the common good of everyone. We identify our mission of making disciples, building God’s kingdom is important to us. We teach our adults, youth and children the importance of using one’s time, money and energy.

Leadership at Maple street is made up of spiritual entrepreneurs who are excited about conquering what others believe is unconquerable.

Christians who burn with Holy boldness and passion. We are the people who teach and lead others to invest their life for the highest return. We are leaders who capture tomorrow’s possibilities rather than getting stuck in yesterday’s fears.

Desiree Carter: Senior Pastor

Pastor Carter is a one of a kind, a versatile speaker, educator and author. Her dynamic words encourage, equip and challenge others to serve and be served. She is the Spiritual Leader and guide for Maple Street United Methodist church and the community of Lancaster, Ohio.

Pastor Carter’s favorite scripture:

Phone: (740) 687-6384
Email: pastor@maplestreetumc.org

Ardis Howell: Office Manager

She is the friendly face you will see once you enter the doors of the church. Her friendly voice is the one you will hear when you call the church.

Mitch Nusser: Treasurer

He wears a T-shirt that says: Does not play well with others. Don’t let that fool you…He is as nice as they come,unless you mess up the money. If you’d like to provide financial support to Maple Street church
or a bill needs to be paid…

Dianne Combs: Communications Chair and Free Store Director

Specialty: Advertising, Marketing, Free Store… Call Dianne, she knows how to make it happen. If she doesn’t know what’s happening nobody knows.

Steve McGee: Music Director

Ahh…sweet melody. Steve McGee is the “Music Man” who makes the music sound so good! Thinking of joining the choir or bells? See Steve. We are currently looking for guitarists and singers for special events.

Rick Snider: Legal

Have you ever known an attorney who can wear more than one hat at a time? Well, Rick does… he is also our Finance Chair. He is kind, but no nonsense.