First United Methodist Church of Blanchard, OK
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What's Happening This Week
Friday, July 30
  • Vacation Bible School
    5:30 PM to 8:30 PM
    Sign up on the website or call the church office at 485.3579.
Saturday, July 31
  • TOPS Dinner
    2:00 PM to 9:00 PM
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Staff
Travis Hopper - Senior Pastor
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Rev. Dr Travis Hopper was born and raised in Perry, OK.  He graduated in 1991 from Oklahoma City University.  He holds a Master of Divinity degree from Southern Methodist University and a Doctor of Ministry degree from Drew University.  He and his wife Kelli have two children Connor and Pearce.  Pastor Travis has participated and led Volunteers in Mission Teams to Rio Bravo, Mexico; Butlertown, Jamaica; Chodiez, Poland; Vancleave, Mississippi; and Greensburg, Kansas.  Pastor Travis loves a good cup of coffee and the privilege of being the pastor of First UMC, Blanchard.


Greg Ray - Asst. Pastor & C. E. Director
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Greg currently serves as the Assistant Pastor and Christian Education Director.  He and his family have been members at the Church since 2001.  Greg was born in Dallas, Texas and spent 20 years in the United States Air Force as a pilot before beginning a second career in the ministry.  He currently works part time as a P.E. Teacher and Jr. High Football Coach in the Blanchard Public School system.

He and his wife Linda have three children:  Zachary, Alexandra and Jacqueline.


Jeff Clay - Youth Pastor
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Marci Corey - Choir and Chimes Director
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Marci Corey started as the choir/chimes director at FUMC in July of 2008. Marci has a degree in music education and was an elementary music teacher for Norman Public Schools for 8 years. Marci has been involved in church music since she was old enough to talk and has an extensive background in choral and instrumental church music.

Marci participated as a chorister and bell director for a Methodist church in Norman for 17 years before coming to Blanchard FUMC. She served as the bell director for choirs ranging from middle school to adult. She also assisted with the children, youth and adult vocal choirs in various capacities.

Marci has been married to Lance for 10 years. Lance is a manager for Dish Network. Marci has a daughter, Megan, who is 9 years old and a step-son, Christian, who is 13. The whole family has enjoyed the opportunities provided to serve the church in a variety of capacities. They are looking forward to many productive years at Blanchard First United Methodist Church.
 
Marci extends an invitation to all to join in the music ministry at Blanchard FUMC. Chancel choir meets on Wednesday evenings from 7 – 8 pm. No experience is needed to participate and all are welcome!
 

Anthony Nagid - Pianist

Pauline Adamson - Organist

Pauline Adamson has been the organist for FUMC for over 50 years. Her committment and dedication is beyond appreciation.


Sheila Koons - Secretary
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Working hours are:  9 am to 3 pm Monday through Thursday, and 9 am to noon on Friday.


Angela Blansett - Mother's Day Out Director
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Billie Methvin - Custodian

Billie has been at the church since 2002.  She is the church custodian and cook for the Mother's Day Out (MDO) program.  She is originally from Alpaugh, CA.  She is married to Frank Methvin and has three grown children and six grandchildren.  She loves the Lord and serving Him.


Terresa Harrington & Dylan Nagode - Nursery

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