Pastor - Brian Arnold
Pastor Brian Arnold
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Together, Pastor Brian and his wife have three children—their oldest son and his wife, Brian and Izabella Jurczik-Arnold live and work in Brussels, Belgium. They are parents to son, Olaf, and daughter, Mia. The Arnold’s daughter and her husband, Jeanine and Mark Lewis live near Bluffton, Ohio. They have three children, son Dylan and daughters Gabriella and Juliana. And the Arnold’s youngest son, Jesse, is recently graduated from the College of Engineering at The Ohio State University—meaning, that he is yet to settle down.
Having been raised on livestock farms surrounded by corn and soybeans, Pastor Brian and JoAnne feel right at home in a region of the state where there are an abundance of grain fields. JoAnne has served Christ as a school teacher in each location where they have lived. Since coming to Upper, she has been delighted to be a full time grandmother, helping to raise three grandchildren. The Arnold’s enjoy family time, grandchildren, reading, traveling, walking, and are deeply committed to serving Christ and the kingdom community in which they live.
Email: barnold@johnstewartumc.com If you are in need of pastoral care, please call Pastor Arnold at the church (419-294-2867) or at the parsonage (419-294-1496) .
Together, Pastor Brian and his wife have three children—their oldest son and his wife, Brian and Izabella Jurczik-Arnold live and work in Brussels, Belgium. They are parents to son, Olaf, and daughter, Mia. The Arnold’s daughter and her husband, Jeanine and Mark Lewis live near Bluffton, Ohio. They have three children, son Dylan and daughters Gabriella and Juliana. And the Arnold’s youngest son, Jesse, is recently graduated from the College of Engineering at The Ohio State University—meaning, that he is yet to settle down.
Having been raised on livestock farms surrounded by corn and soybeans, Pastor Brian and JoAnne feel right at home in a region of the state where there are an abundance of grain fields. JoAnne has served Christ as a school teacher in each location where they have lived. Since coming to Upper, she has been delighted to be a full time grandmother, helping to raise three grandchildren. The Arnold’s enjoy family time, grandchildren, reading, traveling, walking, and are deeply committed to serving Christ and the kingdom community in which they live.
Email: barnold@johnstewartumc.com If you are in need of pastoral care, please call Pastor Arnold at the church (419-294-2867) or at the parsonage (419-294-1496) .
Pastor - Doug Pummell
Doug Pummell
Associate Pastor Doug Pummel grew up in a strong Christian home. My parents were very active in the church. Strongly supporting the church was the way of life for his family. Doug remembers once his father said, "His job is where he made money, but church is your real work.” With that kind of influence Doug accepted Jesus as his Lord and Savior. He tries to follow Him every day of his life.
He has a Bachelor’s degree from The University of Toledo, 1992. Doug married Sue in 1993 and joined the United States Airforce. They have two children, Jacquelyn and Tyler. His family is second only to God, and he enjoys watching them grow as young adults.
Doug works for the State of Ohio Adult Parole Authority in Seneca County. He has also enjoyed coaching summer league basketball and softball/baseball programs as well as Junior High girls’ basketball, High School girls’ basketball, Junior High and High School Football.
Doug was called at a young age to become a Pastor and is glad have finally followed His calling. He has served at JSUMC as a Trustee, Ad Council member, Ad Council Chair, Youth Director and now Associate Pastor. Doug will continue to follow Gods calling and look forward to do His work.
Email: doug.pummell@gmail.com
He has a Bachelor’s degree from The University of Toledo, 1992. Doug married Sue in 1993 and joined the United States Airforce. They have two children, Jacquelyn and Tyler. His family is second only to God, and he enjoys watching them grow as young adults.
Doug works for the State of Ohio Adult Parole Authority in Seneca County. He has also enjoyed coaching summer league basketball and softball/baseball programs as well as Junior High girls’ basketball, High School girls’ basketball, Junior High and High School Football.
Doug was called at a young age to become a Pastor and is glad have finally followed His calling. He has served at JSUMC as a Trustee, Ad Council member, Ad Council Chair, Youth Director and now Associate Pastor. Doug will continue to follow Gods calling and look forward to do His work.
Email: doug.pummell@gmail.com
Sue Pummell
Church Administrator - Sue Pummell
Sue Pummell has enjoyed serving at John Stewart UMC as a Sunday School Teacher, on the Praise Team, in the Choir, helping with the youth dramas/skits; activities and youth praise team, Nominating Committee, and Staff Parrish Relations Committee, now a Pastors wife. She looks forward to working at JSUMC office and embracing the ministry that will entail.
She noted she has as a wonderful husband whom she married in 1993 after a five year courting period and have been blessed with two beautiful children. Sue became a follower of Christ at a young age. She has always enjoyed learning more about our Heavenly Father and serving Him.
Her favorite bible verse is from Psalm 46:10 (NIV)10 He says, “Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth.”
Her favorite songs are “Because He Lives” and “I’ll Fly Away”.
Email: churchoffice@johnstewartumc.com
Sue Pummell has enjoyed serving at John Stewart UMC as a Sunday School Teacher, on the Praise Team, in the Choir, helping with the youth dramas/skits; activities and youth praise team, Nominating Committee, and Staff Parrish Relations Committee, now a Pastors wife. She looks forward to working at JSUMC office and embracing the ministry that will entail.
She noted she has as a wonderful husband whom she married in 1993 after a five year courting period and have been blessed with two beautiful children. Sue became a follower of Christ at a young age. She has always enjoyed learning more about our Heavenly Father and serving Him.
Her favorite bible verse is from Psalm 46:10 (NIV)10 He says, “Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth.”
Her favorite songs are “Because He Lives” and “I’ll Fly Away”.
Email: churchoffice@johnstewartumc.com
Andrea McCarthy
PowerPoint - Andrea McCarthy
Andrea McCarthy is the mother of four children: Gabrielle, Kayleigh, Cheyenne, and Noah. She enjoys quilting, scrapbooking, reading, writing stories, and watching all actives that her children participate in. She is married to Brad McCarthy. Andrea enjoys playing in the Bell Choir.
Andrea’s favorite bible verse is Ecclesiastes 3: 1-8 "A Time for Everything" and her favorite hymns including "In the Garden," "Amazing Grace," and "The Old Rugged Cross." She also loves to listen to music especially Christmas music and Disney songs. Andrea loves animals and currently has 2 cats, Sparkle and Sassy, and 1 dog, Lady, who she inherited from her grandpa when he passed.
Email: churchoffice@johnstewartumc.com
Andrea McCarthy is the mother of four children: Gabrielle, Kayleigh, Cheyenne, and Noah. She enjoys quilting, scrapbooking, reading, writing stories, and watching all actives that her children participate in. She is married to Brad McCarthy. Andrea enjoys playing in the Bell Choir.
Andrea’s favorite bible verse is Ecclesiastes 3: 1-8 "A Time for Everything" and her favorite hymns including "In the Garden," "Amazing Grace," and "The Old Rugged Cross." She also loves to listen to music especially Christmas music and Disney songs. Andrea loves animals and currently has 2 cats, Sparkle and Sassy, and 1 dog, Lady, who she inherited from her grandpa when he passed.
Email: churchoffice@johnstewartumc.com