David Turner came to First UMC Irving from the New World UMC in Garland, Texas. There he served as pastor for six years. David has served churches in Wichita Falls, Dallas and Garland. He and his wife, Joy, have two daughters and one son. David is a graduate of Asbury College in Wilmore, Kentucky, and Perkins School of Theology, SMU, Dallas, Texas.

Phone: 972-573-0205
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Sammy Hargrove is the associate pastor of First United Methodist Church Irving. Sammy has served churches in Coppell, Carrollton, Argyle, Forney, Richardson, Garland, Dallas, Cedar Hill and Mesquite. His most recent employment was as the Director of Pastoral Care CC Young Retirement Community. He officially retired November 1, 2005 after 35 years of ordained ministry. He and his wife, Barbara, have two sons and two grandchildren.

Phone: 972-573-0210
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Susan graduated from the University of North Texas with a degree in music and then earned a Master’s degree in Sacred Music and conducting from Perkins School of Theology at S.M.U. Most recently Susan served for ten and a half years as Director of Music at the First United Methodist Church in Burleson, Texas. She previously served on staff at Riverside United Methodist Church in Fort Worth and Meadowbrook United Methodist Church in Fort Worth. She also worked briefly as a Soprano soloist at First Presbyterian Church in Fort Worth. Susan and her husband Walter have grown children. Susan and Walter both grew up in the Fort Worth area.

Phone: 972-573-0208
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• Current position at FUMC: Director of Christian Education

• How long have you been at FUMC: 2 years on staff, going on 4 years as a member

• How long have you been doing this kind of work? Worked in the church in several capacities over the 28 years as a pastor’s wife

• Married to Rev. David Turner for 30 years with 3 children & 4 grandchildren (plus two more expected this January 2010!)

• Love classical guitar and harp, acapella and four part gospel harmonies. Would always rather sing along than just listen. Enjoys most all Christian music, old and new.

• Relaxes by doing handcrafts, (loves ceramics and jewelry making) playing guitar, enjoying friends and family (especially the grandchildren!), quiet time, and a good cup of tea!

Phone: 972-573-0206
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Sean Cawthon – B.S. DBU 1992 – Currently attending King’s Seminary in Van Nuys, CA seeking a Master’s of Divinity – We have worked in the church since 1991. We started as youth directors at Crossroads UMC in Oak Cliff. We absolutely loved that time in our lives and remember it fondly. From there we planted a church with the Senior Pastor, Mario Hernandez and his wife Patricia. We took over the music and worship department and I served as the Associate as well. We wore many hats in those days and learned a lot about people and the Lord. It was there at City Cross Church I received my Ordination. A year later Heather and I felt the need to leave City Cross and begin a small group in our home. We met for one year. During that year Heather’s Grandmother (who lives next door) became increasingly dependent and we decided to move in with her and help take care of her. Subsequently we dissolved the small group and I began a 6 month sabbatical. The Lord engineered a phone call and subsequent meeting with Pastor David for the current Director of Youth and Evangelism position and the rest (as they say) is history.
Heather Cawthon – B.S. Sociology DBU 1992 – M.A. Counseling DBU 2007 – She has birthed three beautiful children and nurtured and developed their character since day one. They are: Zane 12, Savannah 10, Carly 7; and then there is our newest addition, Snowball (a ten week old white schnauzer).

Phone: 972-573-0211
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• Current position at FUMC: Office Manager

• How long have you been at FUMC: 19 ½ years

• How long have you been doing this kind of work? 19 ½ years

• Married to David Fredd for 41 years with 2 children and 5 grandchildren
  (1 granddaughter and 4 grandsons)

• Love all kinds of music – from classical to rock to country

• Relaxes by watching movies (new and old) and reading

• Current position at FUMC: Administrative Assistant, Wedding Coordinator and Nursery Coordinator

• How long have you been at FUMC: Started working for Parents Day Out in 1996 (13 ½ years), church member 7 years, Nursery Coord. 4 years and Wedding Coord. 2 years.

• How long have you been doing this kind of work? I have worked with kids all of my life; have worked several office jobs.

• Married to Eli Moreno for 7 years with no children and no grandchildren.

• Love praise & worship, country, oldies, Christmas, pop; You name it, I am sure I listen too it.  

• Relaxes by vegging by the TV, crafting or photo-shopping pictures.

• Current position at FUMC: Financial Manager

• How long have you been at FUMC: 9 years

• How long have you been doing this kind of work? Barbara has been an Accountant for 34 years.

• Married to Joe for 30 years with 3 children and no grandchildren

• Love worship and praise music

• Relaxes by traveling

Paula has been employed by the church for four years keeping us well looked after. Her great husband Paul works for the church part-time. They have four wonderful children, one boy and three girls. All are married. She has four grandsons and three granddaughters from age two through sixteen. Paula enjoys making craft items in her spare time and being with her family.

Phone: 972-573-0212
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