STAFF
REv. Kara Wilson, Pastor
Kara hails from Lee’s Summit, Missouri. She became the pastor of Weston UMC in July 2022 by appointment of the bishop after obtaining her Master of Divinity from Emory University Candler School of Theology in Atlanta, Georgia. She has two cats, Vincent and Theo.
Pat Norman, Worship Leader
Pat has been serving as worship leader at Weston UMC since 2008. He studied music at Avila University in Kansas City. Together with his wife, Jane, he brings a balanced blend of both contemporary and traditional worship to the church. Pat and Jane have two wonderful children, Michael and Barbara.
FINANCE COMMITTEE
Church Treasurer: Kim Kirby
Financial Secretary: Jan Specht
For questions about contributions, please contact Jan Specht or Rev. Kara Wilson.
CHURCH COUNCIL MEMBERS
Class of 2024
Jay Nower
Christine Pirtle
Jan Specht - Lay Member to Annual Conference
Class of 2025
Sue Blunt
Paul Norman - Council Chair
Rick Pixler - Lay Leader
Class of 2026
David “Kirby” Kirby - Trustee Rep (Maintenance)
Patsy Sphar - Secretary
Jeff Vandel
Becky Whitworth
The primary task of the Church Council is to provide for the needs of the church to carry out its mission. Under the simplified administrative structure, the church council also fulfills the responsibilities of the Board of Trustees, Finance Committee, and Pastor-Parish Relations Committee.
For leaders of the United Women in Faith, visit this page.
If you are a member of Weston UMC and are interested in leadership, please get in touch with the pastor or a member of the Nominations Committee: Pat Norman (Worship Leader), Rick Pixler, Rogers Strickland, Carla Sutton, or Carl Felling.