Church Staff

Staff Bios & Contact Information

Susan Engle Carrigan, Lead Pastor

Child of God, Person of Worth. Born in Pittsburgh, PA. Resident of Western Kentucky for 25 years. Mom of Three. Gran to Four. Adopted by Lady, an Old Time Scotch Collie. Favorites include Reading, Learning New Things, Meeting New People, Taking Walks with Friends, and Having New Adventures. Goal in Life - Be Faithful on this Incredible Journey to Love God, Love Others, and Grow Together as Disciples of Jesus Christ.

pastorsue@fultonfirstumc.org

Kimberly Brann, Associate Pastor

Daughter of the Most High King. Wife. Mother of Five. Former Addict Turned Celebrate Recovery Ministry Leader all because of Jesus. Devoted to furthering God’s Kingdom.

kimberly@fultonfirstumc.org

Jason Brann, Operations Manager

Father. Son. Brother. Husband. Joined the Church in 2019. Active in Celebrate Recovery Ministry. Previous Background in Helping Others on Their Recovery Journey and Working in Addiction Treatment Services. Passionate about History. Enjoys Seeing People Succeed (everyone loves an underdog story). "Because Your love is better than life, my lips will glorify You." -A Psalm of David (Psalm 63:3)

jason@fultonfirstumc.org

Amanda Cabral, Administrative Assistant & Nursery Caregiver

Daughter. Sister. Mother. Wife. Friend. Background in Early Childhood Development, Personal/Community Care Assistance, and Customer Relations/Service. Soldier in the Army of Grace.

amanda@fultonfirstumc.org

Adriana Diaz, Housekeeper

Casey Jones, Music Director

Casey has been a pianist and vocalist since childhood and has served in ministry for almost 30 years. She is a native of Taylorsville, KY, and has lived in Graves County since 2015. She is passionate about sharing God's love and equipping others to use their gifts. In addition to music, Casey loves meeting new people, reading, baking, and any reason to take a road trip. She resides in north Graves County with her most precious gifts from God--Gavin and Ella, and a Boxer dog, Zoey.

casey@fultonfirstumc.org

Danielle Simone, Youth Minister & Co-Director of Celebrate Recovery Kids

Married to Jimmy! Fur mom to Lacey, Charlotte, and Echo. Loves Hiking, Hammocking, Reading, and Baking. BS in Animal Science, Minor in Religious Studies. Sees and Shares the Light of God through the Beauty of God’s Creations.

danielle@fultonfirstumc.org

Todd Belt, Communications/Media

Married 34 years to my beautiful wife, Jodi. We have two sons, Zach & Wes, who have 2 wonderful brides, Becca & Grace. Former Youth Pastor for almost 20 years. Love spending time with family & friends or playing my guitar & singing.

communication@fultonfirstumc.org

Jimmy Simone, Co-Director of Celebrate Recovery Kids

jimmy@fultonfirstumc.org

Leslie M. Whitesell, Finance Secretary

Fulton Native. Valedictorian South Fulton Class of 1977. Married 41+ Years with Five Children, Four Children-in-Law, and Four Grandchildren. Hobbies are Reading, Antiquing, and Going to Movies.

leslie@fultonfirstumc.org