Rev. Bill Britt, Clergy & Staff
Staff and contact information
Rev. Bill Britt
Senior Minister
billb@prumc.org
404.240.8241
Bill is from the small town of Thomaston in middle Georgia and is a graduate of Stetson University in DeLand, Florida. He received his Master of Divinity degree from Candler School of Theology at Emory University in Atlanta and his Doctor of Ministry degree from United Theological Seminary in Dayton, Ohio. He and his wife Wendie have been married for 40 years and have two adult children (Sara and Will). Bill has served churches throughout the North Georgia Conference including Trinity-on-the-Hill UMC in Augusta, Trinity UMC in Cartersville, and the First UMC in Athens. He became the senior minister at Peachtree Road UMC in 2008, and his hobbies include spending time with his three grandchildren, playing classic golf courses, and enjoying time at the beach. He loves to eat barbeque and icebox lemon pie!
Clergy
Rev. Geoff Beakley
Associate Minister
geoffb@prumc.org
404.240.8335
Geoff Beakley is our Associate Minister who leads our men’s ministries and Scouting programs. He loves working with the men of PRUMC and discussing the scriptures with them in small groups. Geoff is from Atlanta, Georgia, attended Henderson High School in Dekalb County, and earned a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from GA Tech in 1994. Geoff had a 21-year career in sales and operations management in the energy conservation industry. The last eight years of his career were with Siemens, where he was a global director. As a member of PRUMC, Geoff experienced the call to ministry. In 2018, Geoff earned a Master of Divinity degree from Emory University’s Candler School of Theology. Geoff currently has a dual appointment with the United Methodist Church as an associate minister at Peachtree Road United Methodist Church and as the Senior Campus Minister of the Wesley Foundation at Georgia Tech. Geoff is married to his wife, Leigh, and they have two four-legged kids – two Labradoodles – named Noah and Fin. Outside of work, you can find Geoff fishing, golfing, or working in the yard.
Rev. Elizabeth Byrd
Associate Minister
elizabethb@prumc.org
404.240.8227
Elizabeth Byrd is one of our associate ministers. She works with discipleship, adult education, new members, and hospitality here at Peachtree Road. Elizabeth loves helping people grow in their walk of faith and in the knowledge and love of God. She grew up in Mississippi and attended college at the University of South Alabama. She is a graduate of Candler School of Theology at Emory and was ordained as an elder in the North Georgia Conference in 2021. Outside of work, you can find Elizabeth singing, playing her guitar, enjoying baseball games, and spending time with her husband Phillip and her daughter Tilly. Learning to play the violin is on her to-do list.
Rev. Josh Miles
Associate Minister
joshm@prumc.org
404.240.8207
Josh Miles is an Associate Minister on our staff. Josh works with prayer, pastoral care, worship, and racial justice here at the church. Josh loves listening to people, investing in people, and affirming people’s gifts for ministry and discipleship. Originally from Athens, GA, Josh served in ministry at his home church – Athens First United Methodist Church – for eight years before being appointed to Peachtree Road. In Athens, Josh developed a passion for pouring into the next generation as he directed the church’s youth ministry. Outside of work, you can find Josh spending time with his beautiful wife, Rev. Emily Miles, or following college sports.
MDiv, Candler School of Theology at Emory University, 2020
MA, Journalism and Mass Communication, University of Georgia, 2013
BA, Journalism and Mass Communication, University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill, 2011
Rev. Daniel Ogle
Associate Minister
danielo@prumc.org
Daniel Ogle is an Associate Minister at Peachtree Road and the Campus Minister of Westside Table, PRUMC’s second campus. Daniel loves the chance to meet new people and help people discover and rediscover how much God loves them. He is married to Erin, who works at Emory University, and they are the proud parents of Georgia. Daniel usually has a cup of coffee in hand and is always on the search for Atlanta’s best cup of coffee. He is originally from Sevierville, Tennessee, and is a graduate of Wake Forest University and Emory’s Candler School of Theology.
Rev. Leslie Watkins
Associate Minister
lesliew@prumc.org
404.240.8248
Leslie Lyons Watkins is one of our Associate Ministers. She is the Director of the Young Adult Ministry, Women’s Ministry, and Creation Care Ministry and is also a Spiritual Director. Leslie loves working alongside this inspirational and generous congregation as we learn together what it is to live in and share the love of Christ.
Leslie attended Agnes Scott College (BA, Economics and French) and Candler School of Theology/ Emory University (M. Div.) and received training in Spiritual Direction from the Haden Institute. She began working at Peachtree Road in 2006.
Leslie and her husband, Porter, have two grown children. They live in her hometown of Avondale Estates, GA, with their two fur-babies, Hanx and Abbey. Leslie is a docent at the High Museum of Art. When she is not working, you will find Leslie and Porter with their family and friends (usually sharing a meal) and attending events around the city. Learning from Artist Jill Steenhuis at her painting workshop in Aix-en-Provence, France is on her bucket list.
Rev. Julie Wright
Associate Minister
juliew@prumc.org
404.240.8203
Julie Wright is one of our Associate Ministers. She organizes activities and events for older adults as well as coordinates our homebound ministry. Julie loves working with our seasoned saints, not only for their wisdom but also for the kind truths they share.
She was born in Dayton, Ohio but grew up in Chamblee and has lived in the Atlanta area since 1967 (before I-285 was built). Julie’s been married to Tal for 35+ years. Tal retired from Georgia Power where Julie worked until their three children came along. When she isn’t working, you will find her gardening, traveling, reading and being with family.
Her undergrad from Georgia State University is in Journalism with a specialization in Public Relations and Advertising. Julie graduated with an M.A. in Christian Education from Asbury Seminary in May 2008, was commissioned as a provisional deacon in June 2009, and was ordained as a full connection deacon at Annual Conference in June 2014. Julie loves to teach about Scripture. Her favorite Bible verse is Psalm 51:10, “Create in me a clean heart, O God, and put a new and right spirit within me.” Her favorite scriptural passage is Acts 2:1-21 about Pentecost, the birthday of the church. Prior to joining the staff at PRUMC, Julie served Roswell UMC as the Director of Adult Ministries.
Rev. Jamie Jenkins
Minister of Visitation
jamiej@prumc.org
Jamie Jenkins is our Minister of Visitation. He is a part of the pastoral care team that tends to the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of the congregation through visits and ongoing personal contact. Special attention is given to the homebound and when people are in the hospital or rehab facilities. In addition, he serves as needed in the worship services, and teaches Sunday School and other classes. He also plans and coordinates faith-based travel for the congregation. These various roles complement his love for people and his sharing life with them.
Jamie is originally from Mobile, Alabama but has lived in Georgia since 1972 and has served in various capacities in the North Georgia Conference of the United Methodist Church. He and his wife stay connected to the Gulf Coast of Alabama through their many family members who still reside in that area. Apart from his work (ministry), Jamie loves to travel and attend sporting events- especially the Atlanta Braves baseball and Atlanta United soccer.
Jamie is an ordained United Methodist minister who retired in 2014 from the North Georgia Annual Conference after 41 years of service. During those years he served 23 years as pastor and 18 years in various leadership roles in the Annual Conference. He graduated from Elim Bible Institute in Lima, New York. He received his B.A. degree from Bryan College, in Dayton Tennessee, his Masters of Divinity (M.Div) degree from Emory University in Atlanta, and his Doctor of Ministry (D.Min) degree from McCormick School of Theology in Chicago.
ADULT EDUCATION
Rev. Elizabeth Byrd
Associate Minister
elizabethb@prumc.org
404.240.8227
Elizabeth Byrd is one of our associate ministers. She works with discipleship, adult education, new members, and hospitality here at Peachtree Road. Elizabeth loves helping people grow in their walk of faith and in the knowledge and love of God. She grew up in Mississippi and attended college at the University of South Alabama. She is a graduate of Candler School of Theology at Emory and was ordained as an elder in the North Georgia Conference in 2021. Outside of work, you can find Elizabeth singing, playing her guitar, enjoying baseball games, and spending time with her husband Phillip and her daughter Tilly. Learning to play the violin is on her to-do list.
Michele Ellis
Program Administrator
michelee@prumc.org
Business Office
Roger Laney
Financial Controller
rogerl@prumc.org
404.240.8329
Roger Laney came to work at PRUMC in the fall of 2018 as our Controller and is responsible for managing and overseeing all financial operations of the church and preschool. Roger attended Florida State University (Go Noles!) and graduated with a degree in accounting. He has over 35 years experience working in both public and private accounting sectors and has specialized in nonprofit accounting for over 15 years of his career. Originally from a small town in the panhandle of Florida (Chipley), he loves the outdoors and playing and watching sports. When not working at the church, you will find Roger spending time with his family in Dawsonville, hiking, fishing, golfing and enjoying the beautiful N Ga mountains. A trip to Hawaii and Japan are both on his bucket list.
Cecelia O’Flinn
Contributions & Receivables
ceceliao@prumc.org
404.240.8230
Roxiann Rogers
Payroll A/P Coordinator
roxiannr@prumc.org
404.240.8266
Roxiann Rogers is our Accounts Payable/Payroll Coordinator. She processes the weekly payables and ensures that invoices are paid promptly, as well as transmitting the Church Staff’s payroll bi-monthly. Roxiann maneuvers through her daily tasks with optimism, adapting to new challenges enthusiastically, with an eagerness to learn new skills. Originally from Waynesboro, GA, a small town south of Augusta, that is known as the Bird Dog Capital of the World, she visits family quite often for the home-cooked meals she grew up on. Outside of work, you can find Roxiann and her family taking many weekend trips to the beach for relaxation or to the scenic mountains to enjoy nature. Completing her call to author a book, mastering the steps to driving an eighteen-wheeler, and visiting Canada are on her to-do list.
Children
Carlan Howard
Associate Director
carlanh@prumc.org
404.240.8255
Natalie Bennett
Program Administrator
natalieb@prumc.org
404.240.8271
Natalie Bennett is the Program Administrator for Children and Family Ministries. Previously working at Drop-In as the Associate Director, she loves working with children and ensuring they have the best experience here at PRUMC. Natalie loves the community she and her daughter have found at the church and through her job. Outside of work, you can find Natalie spending quality time with her family and friends. Seeing the castles of Ireland is on her bucket list.
Kathy Fletcher
Director, Children’s & Youth Music
kathyf@prumc.org
404.240.8290
Kathy Fletcher is our Director of Youth and Children’s Music. She directs three children’s choirs, the youth choir, and a smaller auditioned youth chorale. Kathy enjoys preparing music for worship, directing major musicals, and leading the youth choir in its annual tour. Originally from Columbus, Ohio, Kathy earned her Bachelor of Music Degree from The Conservatory of Music at Capital University and her Master of Music degree from The University of Illinois in Champaign-Urbana. Outside of work, she can be found hiking, creating in the kitchen, or walking her English lab, Levi.
Communications and A/V
Jill Barnes
Director of Communications
jillb@prumc.org
404.240.8246
Jill Barnes is our director of Communications. She publicizes all the happenings of Peachtree Road through printed and digital means. Jill loves the ongoing opportunity to learn new skills through her position and is grateful for her mentors. Originally from North Carolina, she never tires of visiting the Blue Ridge Parkway and her hometown, Winston-Salem. When she is not clocking hours at the church, you can find her spending time with her husband Jack, organizing anything, and walking. Hiking the Lake District in England is on her to-do list.
Darrell Osborne
A.V. Director
darrello@prumc.org
404.240.8326
Darrell Osborne is our Audio/Visual Manager. He schedules and manages the resources and personnel for a majority of the events, services, and concerts that use/need/have an audio-visual aspect. In addition, he is most often operating and working those events that require hands-on operation. A majority of Darrell’s work revolves around video, therefore he loves striving to create video perfection with the gear on-hand. A native Atlantan, who has seen this city grow, he loves when the home team wins no matter the sport! When not at the church, Darrell might be found working with his production/dj company packing dance floors for high-end events, or just anything outside. Hiking the Routeburn Track in New Zealand is high on his ever-changing bucket list.
JD Cooper
A.V. Technician
jdcooper@prumc.org
Connect-PRUMC (Database)
Lisa Huni
System Analyst
lisah@prumc.org
404.240.8223
Lisa Huni is our System Application Productivity Analyst. She manages our new online community, Connect-PRUMC, which interfaces with our church database. She loves that we have a new, connectional way to engage with fellow members and ministries. While attending Talladega College, a private HBCU in Alabama, she cultivated her passion for helping others as a science tutor and teacher’s assistant. Outside of work, Lisa enjoys experiencing new cuisines, binge-watching TV dramas, and traveling with her husband, Bo. Every day she strives to be a better version of herself than she was the previous day!
DROP-IN ChIldcare
Erin Sturtevant
Director
erins@prumc.org
Erin Sturtevant is our Director of Drop-In Childcare. She oversees our weekday childcare program for children four months to six years old. She enjoys helping families in the community and is grateful for her wonderful team.
After attending Wofford College and Clemson University, she developed a passion for helping students while working as a school counselor. Outside of work, Erin enjoys spending time with her husband, Will, and their two sons. They love exploring local parks and traveling together on the weekends.
Chloe Giron
Assistant Director
drop-in@prumc.org
Tia Glass
Assistant Director
drop-in@prumc.org
Evangelism / New Members
Brittany Charron
Director of Evangelism
brittanyc@prumc.org
Brittany Charron is our Director of Evangelism and Hospitality. She helps our guests connect with Peachtree Road and works with those who wish to become members. Sunday mornings are the highlight of her week as she welcomes those attending worship and shares in the joy of a Sunday at Peachtree Road – there are few things more special! Outside of work, you can find Brittany walking with friends, trying a new recipe with her family, or listening to the latest alternative rock.
Events
Debora Knott
Events Coordinator
deborak@prumc.org
404.240.8287
Deb Knott is our Events Coordinator. She works with all of the church ministries, as well as outside groups who utilize our beautiful and functional meeting and event space. Deb also partners with our Wedding Planner to introduce members and guests to weddings at PRUMC.
Prior to working at Peachtree Road, Deb worked as the Manager of Global Meetings and Events for the Bristol-Myers Squibb Company and managed meetings and events throughout Europe and North America for their Medical Education Department. After moving to Atlanta, Deb’s goal was to find a position working with a non-profit to share her experience as well as do good work. Deb moved here to be closer to her three grandchildren and has been to at least 500 baseball and soccer games! Her current hobby is creating gardens, and she is on her third major landscaping project.
Global Missions
Dawn Hawkins
Director
dawnh@prumc.org
404.240.8205
Dawn Hawkins is our Director of Global Missions. She is responsible for overseeing adult and family mission trips both outside and inside the United States. Dawn also directs financial outreach to our global partners in ministry and in natural disaster/crisis relief. She holds degrees in engineering and finance and spent years in corporate America, but it is her love of travel, service, and of PRUMC that lead her to this second chapter in her career. A military brat with roots in Coastal Mississippi, Dawn has a passion for sailing but also enjoys cycling, hiking, and camping with her husband, Chip, and three nearly-grown children (+ one large dog named Daisy). Dawn’s bucket-list item is to visit 100 countries before she dies. She currently is at 42, so she has some work to do.
Michele Ellis
Program Administrator
michelee@prumc.org
Human Resources
Julie Harrison
Director
julieh@prumc.org
404.240.8304
Julie Harrison is our Director of Human Resources. She is a true HR Generalist overseeing everything from benefits and compensation to staffing and performance management. Julie loves the variety of her work – every day is a new opportunity to learn and grow. Originally from Knoxville, she attended the University of Tennessee and is a VOLS fan! Outside of work, you can find Julie running around town transporting her children to Taekwondo, drama classes, and swimming lessons. Traveling to Iceland to see the Northern Lights and to Africa for a Safari are on her to-do list.
Local Outreach
Beth Spencer
Director
beths@prumc.org
404.240.8234
Beth Spencer is our Director of Volunteer Service and Local Outreach. She helps connect our members to meaningful opportunities within our church walls and out in the Atlanta Community. She oversees large church-wide events such as Christmas Kindness and the Season of Service and is passionate about the underserved. She maintains close relationships with the 22 partner agencies the church supports. Beth grew up at Peachtree Road, and graduated from Pace Academy and Hollins University. When not serving the church and the community, Beth enjoys watching sports with her husband and sons, reading historical fiction, gardening, and being outside. Her dream is to spend time in Great Britain exploring the Cotswolds, Cornwall, the Scottish Highlands, and visiting Normandy France.
Diane Scanlan
Program Administrator
dianes@prumc.org
404.240.8235
Diane Scanlan is the Program Assistant to the Director of Lay Volunteer Service and Local Outreach. She supports the many community outreach programs the church provides – including the Homeless Ministry. Originally from the Boston area, she gained her Associate’s Degree in Hotel Management and a job in that field brought her to the Atlanta area. She credits that degree with helping her work with many different kinds of people. Diane enjoys time with her friends, watching live music, binge-watching, and reading murder mysteries. Bucket list items include learning Spanish, learning to play the piano, and cruising the Greek Islands.
Men
Rev. Geoff Beakley
Associate Minister
geoffb@prumc.org
404.240.8335
Geoff Beakley is our Associate Minister who leads our men’s ministries and Scouting programs. He loves working with the men of PRUMC and discussing the scriptures with them in small groups. Geoff is from Atlanta, Georgia, attended Henderson High School in Dekalb County, and earned a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from GA Tech in 1994. Geoff had a 21-year career in sales and operations management in the energy conservation industry. The last eight years of his career were with Siemens, where he was a global director. As a member of PRUMC, Geoff experienced the call to ministry. In 2018, Geoff earned a Master of Divinity degree from Emory University’s Candler School of Theology. Geoff currently has a dual appointment with the United Methodist Church as an associate minister at Peachtree Road United Methodist Church and as the Senior Campus Minister of the Wesley Foundation at Georgia Tech. Geoff is married to his wife, Leigh, and they have two four-legged kids – two Labradoodles – named Noah and Fin. Outside of work, you can find Geoff fishing, golfing, or working in the yard.
Music & Arts
Scott Atchison
Director of Music & Organist
scotta@prumc.org
404.240.8231
Scott Atchison is our Director of Music and Organist. He oversees all aspects of our Music Ministry and how it is integrated into our worship each week. Scott loves making music with the extremely talented folks at PRUMC, and especially leading hymns at the Great Organ. He is originally from Atlanta – as his family history tells you. His mother and grandmother attended the premier of Gone with the Wind! Outside of work, you can find him hanging out with his French Bulldog Claude, who really runs the household.
Oliver Brett
Associate Organist & Choirmaster
oliverb@prumc.org
404.240.8206
Oliver Brett is our associate organist and choirmaster. He plays the organ for worship services, sometimes conducts the choir, and also directs the adult bell choir. Oliver loves the opportunity to work with many talented musicians and to play one of the finest organs in the country on a daily basis. Originally from the UK, Oliver earned his doctorate from the Eastman School of Music in Rochester NY. Outside of work, you can find him running (literally) around town or running ultra marathons on the trails of North Georgia.
Kathy Fletcher
Director, Children’s & Youth Music
kathyf@prumc.org
404.240.8290
Kathy Fletcher is our Director of Youth and Children’s Music. She directs three children’s choirs, the youth choir, and a smaller auditioned youth chorale. Kathy enjoys preparing music for worship, directing major musicals, and leading the youth choir in its annual tour. Originally from Columbus, Ohio, Kathy earned her Bachelor of Music Degree from The Conservatory of Music at Capital University and her Master of Music degree from The University of Illinois in Champaign-Urbana. Outside of work, she can be found hiking, creating in the kitchen, or walking her English lab, Levi.
Ruth Sommerville
Music Administrator
ruths@prumc.org
404.240.8212
Ruth Sommerville is our Music and Arts Administrator. Her primary role is supporting the Music and Arts Ministry and Worship Ministry and thrives on making our services, concerts, and special events the best they can be. Originally from a small farming community in Illinois, she grew up singing in choirs, playing the piano, flute, and saxophone. She majored in sociology at the University of Illinois and moved to Atlanta in 1986. Now she is a Dawgs fan! Outside of work, she enjoys gardening, going to concerts, and spending time with her family.
Older Adults
Julie Wright
Associate Minister
juliew@prumc.org
404.240.8203
Julie Wright is one of our Associate Ministers. She organizes activities and events for older adults as well as coordinates our homebound ministry. Julie loves working with our seasoned saints, not only for their wisdom but also for the kind truths they share.
She was born in Dayton, Ohio but grew up in Chamblee and has lived in the Atlanta area since 1967 (before I-285 was built). Julie’s been married to Tal for 35+ years. Tal retired from Georgia Power where Julie worked until their three children came along. When she isn’t working, you will find her gardening, traveling, reading and being with family.
Her undergrad from Georgia State University is in Journalism with a specialization in Public Relations and Advertising. Julie graduated with an M.A. in Christian Education from Asbury Seminary in May 2008, was commissioned as a provisional deacon in June 2009, and was ordained as a full connection deacon at Annual Conference in June 2014. Julie loves to teach about Scripture. Her favorite Bible verse is Psalm 51:10, “Create in me a clean heart, O God, and put a new and right spirit within me.” Her favorite scriptural passage is Acts 2:1-21 about Pentecost, the birthday of the church. Prior to joining the staff at PRUMC, Julie served Roswell UMC as the Director of Adult Ministries.
Heather C. Holdridge
Program Administrator
heatherch@prumc.org
404.240.8302
Heather is our Program Administrator for Worship, Prayer, & 50+ Ministry, aiding our associate ministers in those areas. Heather loves collaborating with congregants and staff, asking questions to know others better, and occasionally winning at Bingo. Originally from Los Angeles, Heather grew up in North Metro Atlanta and prides herself on knowing the best bakeries in town. Outside of work, you can find Heather volunteering with the Youth Ministry at her home church, Dunwoody United Methodist Church, spending time with loved ones, and eating as much Mexican food as she can get. Swimming in every ocean is on her bucket list.
One Lamb Wellness
Julie Wright
Associate Minister
juliew@prumc.org
404.240.8203
Julie Wright is one of our Associate Ministers. She organizes activities and events for older adults as well as coordinates our homebound ministry. Julie loves working with our seasoned saints, not only for their wisdom but also for the kind truths they share.
She was born in Dayton, Ohio but grew up in Chamblee and has lived in the Atlanta area since 1967 (before I-285 was built). Julie’s been married to Tal for 35+ years. Tal retired from Georgia Power where Julie worked until their three children came along. When she isn’t working, you will find her gardening, traveling, reading and being with family.
Her undergrad from Georgia State University is in Journalism with a specialization in Public Relations and Advertising. Julie graduated with an M.A. in Christian Education from Asbury Seminary in May 2008, was commissioned as a provisional deacon in June 2009, and was ordained as a full connection deacon at Annual Conference in June 2014. Julie loves to teach about Scripture. Her favorite Bible verse is Psalm 51:10, “Create in me a clean heart, O God, and put a new and right spirit within me.” Her favorite scriptural passage is Acts 2:1-21 about Pentecost, the birthday of the church. Prior to joining the staff at PRUMC, Julie served Roswell UMC as the Director of Adult Ministries.
Pastoral Care
Jamie Jenkins
Associate Minister
jamiej@prumc.org
Jamie Jenkins is our Minister of Visitation. He is a part of the pastoral care team that tends to the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of the congregation through visits and ongoing personal contact. Special attention is given to the homebound and when people are in the hospital or rehab facilities. In addition, he serves as needed in the worship services, and teaches Sunday School and other classes. He also plans and coordinates faith-based travel for the congregation. These various roles complement his love for people and his sharing life with them.
Jamie is originally from Mobile, Alabama but has lived in Georgia since 1972 and has served in various capacities in the North Georgia Conference of the United Methodist Church. He and his wife stay connected to the Gulf Coast of Alabama through their many family members who still reside in that area. Apart from his work (ministry), Jamie loves to travel and attend sporting events- especially the Atlanta Braves baseball and Atlanta United soccer.
Jamie is an ordained United Methodist minister who retired in 2014 from the North Georgia Annual Conference after 41 years of service. During those years he served 23 years as pastor and 18 years in various leadership roles in the Annual Conference. He graduated from Elim Bible Institute in Lima, New York. He received his B.A. degree from Bryan College, in Dayton Tennessee, his Masters of Divinity (M.Div) degree from Emory University in Atlanta, and his Doctor of Ministry (D.Min) degree from McCormick School of Theology in Chicago.
Rev. Julie Wright
Associate Minister
juliew@prumc.org
404.240.8203
Julie Wright is one of our Associate Ministers. She organizes activities and events for older adults as well as coordinates our homebound ministry. Julie loves working with our seasoned saints, not only for their wisdom but also for the kind truths they share.
She was born in Dayton, Ohio but grew up in Chamblee and has lived in the Atlanta area since 1967 (before I-285 was built). Julie’s been married to Tal for 35+ years. Tal retired from Georgia Power where Julie worked until their three children came along. When she isn’t working, you will find her gardening, traveling, reading and being with family.
Her undergrad from Georgia State University is in Journalism with a specialization in Public Relations and Advertising. Julie graduated with an M.A. in Christian Education from Asbury Seminary in May 2008, was commissioned as a provisional deacon in June 2009, and was ordained as a full connection deacon at Annual Conference in June 2014. Julie loves to teach about Scripture. Her favorite Bible verse is Psalm 51:10, “Create in me a clean heart, O God, and put a new and right spirit within me.” Her favorite scriptural passage is Acts 2:1-21 about Pentecost, the birthday of the church. Prior to joining the staff at PRUMC, Julie served Roswell UMC as the Director of Adult Ministries.
Heather C. Holdridge
Program Administrator
heatherch@prumc.org
404.240.8302
Heather is our Program Administrator for Worship, Prayer, & 50+ Ministry, aiding our associate ministers in those areas. Heather loves collaborating with congregants and staff, asking questions to know others better, and occasionally winning at Bingo. Originally from Los Angeles, Heather grew up in North Metro Atlanta and prides herself on knowing the best bakeries in town. Outside of work, you can find Heather volunteering with the Youth Ministry at her home church, Dunwoody United Methodist Church, spending time with loved ones, and eating as much Mexican food as she can get. Swimming in every ocean is on her bucket list.
Pastoral Counseling
Ron Greer
Director, Pastoral Counselor
ronaldjgreer@gmail.com
404.240.8225
Ron Greer is the Director of the Pastoral Counseling Service, a ministry in which he has been involved for forty years. He is an ordained United Methodist minister, pastoral counselor, and marriage therapist. Ron is the author of four books ranging in topics from grief to integrity to being parents of adult children. Ranking high among his joys in life is playing football in the backyard with three absolutely delightful grandsons.
Andrea Dewalt
Pastoral Counselor
andread@prumc.org
404.240.8215
Andrea DeWalt is a licensed psychologist in the Pastoral Counseling Service. She works with children, adolescents, and adults (both individuals and couples) offering counseling and psychological evaluations. In addition, Andrea enjoys participating in joint projects with other staff throughout the church. She earned her B.S. at Virginia Tech, her M.S. at Radford University, and her Ph.D. at the University of Georgia. She also attended the seminary at Candler School of Theology at Emory, and earned a MRPL degree. In her free time, Andrea enjoys spending time with her family and friends, gardening, reading, and just sitting on her garden swing taking in the outdoors.
Heather Hart
PCS Office Manager
heatherh@prumc.org
404.240.8219
Heather Hart is the office manager for the Pastoral Counseling Service. She schedules client appointments and handles bookkeeping there. Heather loves working with clients and meeting new people. She also loves spreadsheets and is a bit of an accounting nerd. Originally from Tallahassee, FL, she enjoys attending FSU football games and visiting family there. When Heather is not working, she loves being a mom to Hudson and Lily. Other passions include cooking/baking, gardening, and volunteering at a food pantry in Decatur. Her bucket list is mostly composed of travel, especially to India.
Prayer
Josh Miles
Associate Minister
joshm@prumc.org
404.240.8270
Josh Miles is an Associate Minister on our staff. Josh works with prayer, pastoral care, worship, and racial justice here at the church. Josh loves listening to people, investing in people, and affirming people’s gifts for ministry and discipleship. Originally from Athens, GA, Josh served in ministry at his home church – Athens First United Methodist Church – for eight years before being appointed to Peachtree Road. In Athens, Josh developed a passion for pouring into the next generation as he directed the church’s youth ministry. Outside of work, you can find Josh spending time with his beautiful wife, Rev. Emily Miles, or following college sports.
MDiv, Candler School of Theology at Emory University, 2020
MA, Journalism and Mass Communication, University of Georgia, 2013
BA, Journalism and Mass Communication, University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill, 2011
Heather C. Holdridge
Program Administrator
heatherch@prumc.org
404.240.8302
Heather is our Program Administrator for Worship, Prayer, & 50+ Ministry, aiding our associate ministers in those areas. Heather loves collaborating with congregants and staff, asking questions to know others better, and occasionally winning at Bingo. Originally from Los Angeles, Heather grew up in North Metro Atlanta and prides herself on knowing the best bakeries in town. Outside of work, you can find Heather volunteering with the Youth Ministry at her home church, Dunwoody United Methodist Church, spending time with loved ones, and eating as much Mexican food as she can get. Swimming in every ocean is on her bucket list.
Preschool
Andrea Petsche
Executive Director
Kara Allen
Director of Early Childhood Division
Amy Gies
Office Manager
Kristen McCleary
Director of Preschool Division
Kathy Reichmann
Assistant Director of Admissions
Deborah Strack
Director of Finance
Property & Facilities
Wayne Bennett
Property & Facility Manager
wayneb@prumc.org
404.240.8232
Wayne Bennett is our Property and Facility Manager. He manages all the happenings of Peachtree Road with AV, Events, event setups, maintenance, custodial, security, renovations, properties, and landscaping. Wayne is grateful for the opportunity to work at Peachtree Road, the busiest place on earth! He attended Dekalb College while studying electrical construction and project management. Outside of work, his granddaughter occupies a lot of his time. He enjoys cars, motorcycles, camping, and home projects. You might even catch him riding dirt bikes with his son. Traveling back to Israel and exploring the United States is on his bucket list.
Elias Collaso
Facilities Team
Elias Collaso is our setups, general maintenance, and concierge here at Peachtree Road. He loves helping people and he really likes having everything nice and neat for every event. Originally from Mexico, he attended high school in his hometown of San Luis.
Elias likes to cook and spend time with his friends. He also likes to go to the movies and swim. He attends church every Sunday. He wants to visit the archeological sites and cities in Mexico to learn more about the culture and cuisines of his country.
James Jordan
Facilities Team
James is part of our Maintenance Team and is the lead person over setups and general maintenance. James came to Peachtree Road from Chester, South Carolina. The family setting here at Peachtree Road reminds him of home. He loves connecting with the members of the church and is well known.
He wears many hats. James served in the military. He also has medical training. Away from work, James enjoys fishing, hunting, and horseback riding. He really loves the outdoors. James has a special connection with our seniors. This connection keeps him motivated. James plans to have a farm in the future but is perfectly okay with being a good steward and serving the congregation at Peachtree Road until then.
Santos Ramirez
Facilities Team
Santos Ramirez is our maintenance technician. He helps with the air-conditioning system, landscaping, and wherever he is needed. He has been at Peachtree Road for 21 years. Santos likes to learn how to fix things. He is always appreciative of any knowledge he can get from others. Originally from the rural highlands in El Salvador, he attended Kirkwood Community College in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, studying agriculture. Growing vegetables is natural to him. Outside of work, he loves to garden. He is involved in his church and plays soccer. His dream is to become a US citizen. He also wants to go to poor countries, like El Salvador, to teach people how to grow vegetables. He also has the Holy Land on his bucket list.
Israel Sanchez
Facilities Team
Israel is a member of our maintenance team. He performs setups for events, and general maintenance, and is a concierge at Peachtree Road. He loves his job. He assists members with their needs. Originally from Hidalgo, Mexico. He loves learning about his ancestral culture, (Aztec, Zapotecs, and Mixtecos). Outside of work you can find him visiting places to try new foods and goodies. His bucket list is to visit the Holy Land, especially the Jordan River and Jerusalem.
Rondall Simms
Facilities Team
Rondall Simms is one of our maintenance team members. He does event setups, and maintenance, and keeps things in place and in order at Peachtree Road. Rondall loves to assist and take care of others. Originally from St. Elizabeth, Jamaica, he loves to help people and loves to play dominos. Outside of work, Rondall loves to visit family and friends. His goal is to visit South Africa.
Ethan Bingham
Facilities Team
Reception
Alba Mladenoff
Receptionist
albam@prumc.org
404.240.8200
Alba Mladenoff is our receptionist. She manages the reception area of the church which includes, assisting with the Outreach program, compiling the prayer list, and helping members and all visitors in any capacity to ensure their requests can be met. Alba loves her role as church ambassador engaging with everyone who stops by. Throughout the day, you are sure to hear laughter and good conversation taking place at the front desk, she is grateful for the friendships she has made throughout the years at PRUMC. Being a New Orleanian, it is no wonder she loves to cook and host family and friends in both New Orleans and Atlanta. She says nothing can compare to a good ole crawfish boil with all but the kitchen sink thrown in (well, maybe just the faucet handles!) Alba’s father traveled the world and she dreamed of traveling with him. She will visit the places he talked about and experience his memories first-hand!
Senior Minister's Office
Rev. Bill Britt
Senior Minister
billb@prumc.org
404.240.8241
Bill is from the small town of Thomaston in middle Georgia and is a graduate of Stetson University in DeLand, Florida. He received his Master of Divinity degree from Candler School of Theology at Emory University in Atlanta and his Doctor of Ministry degree from United Theological Seminary in Dayton, Ohio. He and his wife Wendie have been married for 39 years and have two adult children (Sara and Will). Bill has served churches throughout the North Georgia Conference including Trinity-on-the-Hill UMC in Augusta, Trinity UMC in Cartersville, and the First UMC in Athens. He became the senior minister at Peachtree Road UMC in 2008, and his hobbies include spending time with his three grandchildren, playing classic golf courses, and enjoying time at the beach. He loves to eat barbeque and icebox lemon pie!
Jane Ogle
Assistant to the Senior Minister
janeo@prumc.org
404.240.8241
Jane Ogle is assistant to Senior Minister, Bill Britt. In addition to helping Bill with whatever he needs, she schedules baptisms, helps organize funerals and memorial services, is secretary of the Administrative Board, and completes accountability reports required by the North Georgia Conference. She enjoys interacting with our church members and the variety of opportunities her role allows. Jane grew up in a small town in Alabama, graduated from Auburn University, and has lived in Atlanta since. In her off-hours, she enjoys cooking, being outdoors, working in her yard, reading, downtime with her cats, and British television.
Sports & Recreation
Charles Akin
Director Of Sports & Recreation
charlesa@prumc.org
404.240.8203
Charles Akin is our Director of Sports, Recreation and Life Enrichment. He oversees all operations related to providing youth sports leagues, camps, and enrichment classes to families in our community. He considers his job a labor of love and finds great satisfaction in serving Buckhead with excellent programs. Originally from Atlanta, Charles attended Pace Academy as a child and then Marist High School and Auburn University. His wife, Joeleen, is an Associate Athletic Director at Georgia Tech and they have two children – Bobbie, a Dance Major at the University of Kentucky and Ryan, a student at Marist. When he’s not working, you might find him Kayak fishing on the Hooch!
Grant Hagy
Sports Director
granth@prumc.org
404.240.8222
Grant Hagy is our Sports Director. He is in charge of our youth sports leagues. Grant was born and raised in Atlanta and grew up attending Peachtree Road. He previously worked in the NBA’s minor league. Grant loves spending time with his wife, daughter, son, and dog. He is an avid Bulldog, Falcons, Braves, and Hawks fan. Grant enjoys playing golf and traveling to the lake and beach.
Debbie Walker
Program Administrator
debbiew@prumc.org
404.240.8254
Weddings
Beth Ahrenhold
Wedding Director
betha@prumc.org
404.240.8217
Beth Ahrenhold is our Wedding Director. She coordinates and directs our weddings here at the church. Beth enjoys meeting with brides and grooms and welcoming their families and friends to our wonderful church. Originally from Alexander City, Alabama, Beth enjoys gardening, traveling, and spending time with friends and her two sons and daughter-in-law. Her church involvement includes New Beginnings Sunday School Class, Altar Guild, Flower Guild, and Women’s Prison Ministry efforts.
Westside Campus
Rev. Daniel Ogle
Associate Minister
danielo@prumc.org
Daniel Ogle is an Associate Minister at Peachtree Road and the Campus Minister of Westside Table, PRUMC’s second campus. Daniel loves the chance to meet new people and help people discover and rediscover how much God loves them. He is married to Erin, who works at Emory University, and they are the proud parents of Georgia. Daniel usually has a cup of coffee in hand and is always on the search for Atlanta’s best cup of coffee. He is originally from Sevierville, Tennessee, and is a graduate of Wake Forest University and Emory’s Candler School of Theology.
Latonya Warden
Director of Ministry
latonyaw@prumc.org
Latonya Warden is our Director of Ministry. She helps children and families grow in their faith and commitment to church. She also helps connect our members with community partners to provide opportunities for Westside Table members. Latonya loves having the opportunity to build a place where everyone feels welcomed and important. Having attended the illustrious North Carolina A&T State University, she feels proud of her North Carolina roots and HBCU foundation. She is also a proud member of the illustrious Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated. Outside of work, you can find her spending time with her husband, Mike, and 2 children, working out, or watching her favorite TV shows.
Young Adults
Leslie Watkins
Associate Minister
lesliew@prumc.org
404.240.8248
Leslie Lyons Watkins is one of our Associate Ministers. She is the Director of the Young Adult Ministry, Women’s Ministry, and Creation Care Ministry and is also a Spiritual Director. Leslie loves working alongside this inspirational and generous congregation as we learn together what it is to live in and share the love of Christ.
Leslie attended Agnes Scott College (BA, Economics and French) and Candler School of Theology/ Emory University (M. Div.) and received training in Spiritual Direction from the Haden Institute. She began working at Peachtree Road in 2006.
Leslie and her husband, Porter, have two grown children. They live in her hometown of Avondale Estates, GA, with their two fur-babies, Hanx and Abbey. Leslie is a docent at the High Museum of Art. When she is not working, you will find Leslie and Porter with their family and friends (usually sharing a meal) and attending events around the city. Learning from Artist Jill Steenhuis at her painting workshop in Aix-en-Provence, France is on her bucket list.
Youth
Chris Mucha
Director
chrism@prumc.org
404.240.8238
Chris Mucha is our Director of Youth and Their Families. He oversees all ministries serving 6-12th grade youth. Chris loves young people and connecting them to Jesus. Chris also coaches soccer at North Atlanta High School and is the Judging Chair for the state science fair and science symposium. He also sits on various scholarship committees and boards. Chris has undergraduate degrees from Berry College and Georgia Tech in Mathematics, Physics, and Materials Science Engineering. He met his wife, Ashley, at Georgia Tech and they love supporting their alma mater.
Outside of work, you can find Chris and his family at the local movie theater, at Atlanta United games as founding-members, or at Riverwood International Charter High School supporting their son, Dayton, in marching band, golf, or soccer.
Before serving at Peachtree Road, Chris served at North Fayette UMC and Fayetteville First UMC.
Ryan Holder
Associate Director
ryanh@prumc.org
404.240.8242
Ryan Holder is an Associate Director of Youth Ministry. He loves sharing about Jesus through teaching and worship. He oversees the youth worship team, facilities, events, and budget management. Ryan loves to see students involved in the life of the church and building lasting relationships.
Originally from Barksdale Air Force Base in Louisiana, Ryan is a true AF brat and claims Panama City, FL as home but has lived in the Atlanta area for most of his life. Along with his wife, Kirby, and their 3 children (James, Liam, and Bailey), you can find him cheering for *most* Atlanta sports including the Braves, Hawks, and as Founding Members for Atlanta United…but not the Falcons (go Bucs). He is also a musician (Music Ed at Florida State University, percussion) and gamer. He loves to travel and spend time at the beach in Hilton Head with his family.
Rachel Hockman
Associate Director
rachelbh@prumc.org
404.240.8322
Rachel Hockman is one of our Associate Directors of Youth Ministry, with a focus on trip logistics, small groups, and Shepherd training and recruitment. Rachel loves retreats, mission trips, and one-on-one opportunities to minister to students and parents. Rachel graduated from LaGrange College with a BA in Religion with a concentration in Church Leadership. It was her senior year in college when she first started serving as a Youth Minister and felt called to work with young people. Rachel loves spending time with her husband, Trey, and son, Samuel. They enjoy playing at the park and feeding the geese.
Dory Hatchett
Associate Director
doryh@prumc.org
Dory Hatchett was born and raised in Georgia. She received her Bachelor of Science degree in Theology with an emphasis in Intercultural Studies and Christian Ministry. Dory has a background serving with international missions, youth ministry, and college campus ministry. She is passionate about Jesus, people, learning, and culture; and is deeply excited for the opportunity to serve with the PRUMC Team. In her everyday life, Dory enjoys music, reading, and camping. She is nearly always down for coffee and good conversation.
Aleah McClendon
Youth Ministry Associate
aleahm@prumc.org
Aleah is from Tulsa, Oklahoma; she is 24 years old and currently a 3rd year Masters of Divinity Student at Candler School of Theology at Emory University. When not writing papers, Aleah can be found tackling her goal of reading 50 books for the year (currently on book 21), re-watching her favorite TV shows and movies for the millionth time, or at Disney World eating all the pickles and dole whip imaginable. Aleah is excited to meet everyone and learn more about our amazing youth and their families!
Caleb Kelly
Youth Ministry Associate
calebk@prumc.org