Joel Simpson has been preaching at First United Methodist since April 2018, with his first “official” Sunday as Pastor on June 3. He grew up in Morganton, and most recently served as Associate Pastor at Mt. Zion United Methodist Church in Cornelius. He earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing from...

Sarah Noble has a Master’s Degree in Social Work from Appalachian State, and has an extensive background of working with children and youth in education and residential treatment settings. She feels blessed to work with the families at First United Methodist Church of Taylorsville since July 2017. Please feel free...

Donna is, well, Donna. She is originally from Connecticut and went to college at Massachusetts American International. Since then, she has transplanted to the South and Taylorsville with her husband, Kevin, and her three kids – oh, and a Great Dane named Diesel.

For over ten years now, Babs has been the Director of Music Ministries at First Taylorsville. Her passion for not only music but also for God is evident in every aspect of her ministry. Whether it is working with the Chancel Choir, handbells, or children, she faithfully teaches us all...