Senior Minister

Search in progress

We are currently in a season of prayerful discernment as we seek the next Senior Minister to lead our congregation.

This is an exciting time for our church as we look forward to the future with hope and faith. Our leadership team is actively engaged in the search process, guided by God’s wisdom and the needs of our church family. We invite you to join us in prayer as we seek the person God is preparing to shepherd our community in the years to come.

Joel Penrod (he, him, his)

Worship and Music Director

My passion is creating meaningful worship experiences centered around music that speaks to all types of worshipers. You'll find everything from traditional hymns to African-American sprituals to secular music ranging from the Beatles to Lady Gaga. We have a full band on Sunday mornings with organ and violin mixed in sometimes. My committment to you is that every week you'll find something you enjoy that brings you closer to God. 

- Joel

Ashley Buchanan (she, her, hers)

Kayla Reeves (she, her, hers)

Youth & Children's Co-Directors

Ashley and Kayla work together to create safe and loving spiritual spaces for the youth and children at FCC, allowing them to ask tough questions, think big thoughts, and have a lot of fun together. As parents themselves, they are committed to helping our kids grow in relationship with each other, with God, and with themselves. Learn more here. 

Holly Ferguson (she, her, hers)

Communications Director

My goal each week is to make sure our congregations knows about all the great things happening at FCC, primarily through our church e-newsletter. Make sure to subscribe to our newsletter by clicking this link. If you have any photos or events to share, please email me at communication@fortworthucc.org. 

- Holly

All shall be well, and all shall be well, and all manner of things shall be well.

(Julian of Norwich)

Laurie Casland Simmons (she, her, hers)

Accompianist and Vocalist

Hi there - my name is Laurie and you'll find me on the piano or behind the microphone on Sundays... unless I'm behind the organ or playing guitar! Every once in a while I may even surprise you with a puppet show. I love playing music at FCC and bring joy and fun every week. Many of our children also join me in piano or ukelele lessons and we love to show off their progress during services now and then. I can't wait to meet you and have some fun together!

- Laurie

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