Chris Tanner
SENIOR MINISTER
Chris and Andrea, his wife, met and began dating in High School. They moved to Georgetown from Southern Illinois in 2003 not really because its closer to God’s Country (Go Wildcats!), but because of the dedication of a few student ministry volunteers working on the youth environments during the largest snow storm of late December 2002. That snapshot of Georgetown Christian's heart for kids, students, and their families is expanding into a feature length film of God’s work in the lives of many families in the surrounding counties. Andrea currently works for IU School of Nursing and the National Association of School Nurses and enjoys walking, jogging, traveling, and speaking. Chris enjoy grilling and smoking meat, watching UK sports, and many aspects of the outdoors, but his favorite is kayaking. Their children Noah, Micah, Grace and often foster child(ren) attend Floyd Central High School, Highland Hills Middle School, and typically one of the local elementary schools. Together their family enjoys swimming, board games, traveling, and trips to visit the family. Email: ctanner@georgetownchristian.org
Stephen Huntley
WORSHIP MINISTER
Stephen is the resident musician and nerd. He has been leading worship from the stage since his senior year of high school in 2010, but he has attended Georgetown Christian Church ever since he was 5 years old. After high school he attended Cincinnati Christian University to study worship and music, and he was then hired on as GCC’s full-time worship minister. He enjoys playing board games, watching movies, and serving God’s church with his wife, Brittany. Email: shuntley@georgetownchristian.org
Matthew Townsend
STUDENT MINISTER
Matthew Townsend and his family have been at Georgetown Christian Church since 2021. He is a former Floyd Central English teacher and heard the call to ministry and followed. Matthew is originally from Peru, IN and after graduating from Indiana University, with an bachlors in English Education, he followed his wife, Jessica, down to southern Indiana where he and his wife reside with their three children, Graham, Ezra, and Simon. Jessica, also an Indiana alum with a background in ABA Behavioral therapy, is working as a preschool teacher at Trinity Preschool. Matthew has been playing guitar since high school and loves to write; he was worship leader for many years until his calling changed to youth ministry. All three boys are active in baseball and love to be outside. Whenever they can catch a baseball game, whether that be outside, on television, or with a bat and glove outside, you will find them all with smiles. You might also hear some Go Cubs! chants as well. Email: mtownsend@georgetownchristian.org
Megan Hodge
Family Ministry Director
Megan Hodge joined the GCC family with her husband, Tommy, in 2014. They have two children, Hannah and TJ. Megan is currently a high school Spanish teacher and the Student Council facilitator at Lanesville High School where she has been since 2014. She also volunteers at Choices Life Resource Center in Corydon working with and supporting mommas wherever their parenting path may be at the moment. Megan has a passion for serving the community and traveling. She enjoys family time, fellowship and meeting new people through the various walks of life God places her. Email: mhodge@georgetownchristian.org
Kris Konick
OFFICE MANAGER
Kris became a part of the GCC staff in early 2021, and is for the most part, a lifelong resident of Harrison county. She, and her three children enjoy family time, making lasting memories through all kinds of adventures, and serving others individually, and as a family. Kris enjoys time with friends, building relationships through encouragement, ministry of various kinds such as worship, teaching, and administration, and is an avid baseball fan (enjoys pretty much every sporting event). She believes wholeheartedly in her life verse, “being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you shall carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.” Philippians 1:6. Email: office@georgetownchristian.org
Russell Deming
Facilities Director
Elders
"And when they had appointed elders for them in every church, with prayer and fasting they committed them to the Lord in whom they had believed." -Acts 14:23
Doug
ELDER
Doug became part of the GCC family as a teenager in 1984, when his family moved to the area. He and his wife, Heather, were married at GCC in 1994 and have 2 daughters, Hannah and Faith. Doug has a passion for teaching the Bible, having led many classes and Bible studies for high schoolers and adults over the past 25 years. Also, he coaches a local Challenger baseball team, and his family is very involved in the Special Olympics community. Doug loves baseball, and is a faithful, long-suffering Cincinnati Reds fan. His bucket list includes attending a game in every Major League Baseball stadium!
Mike
ELDER
Mike and Gwen, his wife, have called GCC our home for the past 25 years. Over the years they have been involved in children’s programs, small groups, teaching classes, and various Bible studies. They are proud parents and grandparents and enjoy time with their family. Gwen enjoys restoring old furniture and Mike enjoys flying RC airplanes. They both love the Lord and spend time with him daily.
Rick
ELDER
Rick and Sherry started attending Georgetown Christian Church in 2016 and made this their Church home in 2017. They were moved by the very warm welcome they received and were blessed to sit with Roy(Former Pastor at GCC) and Fern McClain for several years. Sherry and Rick enjoy time with their family, 6 adult kids, 7 grandkids, and two great grandkids and oh yeah Biscuit their Golden retriever. Rick and Sherry earned a Master of Ministry degree in 2009. Rick enjoys facilitating Bible Studies and Sherry leads a Grief Recovery Workshop. Rick has taught Martial Arts for 40 years at Terry Middleton’s and both he and Sherry have their 4th Degree Blackbelts. You will probably see Sherry on the mower(The Beast), driving way too fast, making the Church property look beautiful.
Ministry Team Leaders
"Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters, since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving." -Colossians 3:23-24
Dottie
Card Ministry
Sending cards of encouragement from GCC to those having birthdays, recovering from illness, etc.
Rick
Communion Visitation
Taking communion to those in the GCC family who cannot attend the weekend worship service (homes, hospitals or nursing homes).
Chris
Electives
Teaching a Bible-based lesson to a class. Adult teachers currently provide their own curriculum (can be purchased by GCC) for a 12-13 week session focusing on the lesson and accompanying prayer and discussion. Contact Chris Tanner (812-951-2240; ctanner@georgetownchristian.org)
Russel
Facilities
Repairing, improving, or maintaining our building and its contents. Contact Russel Deming (812-786-3437; backwoodrestoration@gmail.com)
Theresa
First Impressions Team
Our mission is to help create a welcoming environment for all who walk through the doors of Georgetown Christian Church. There are two different roles within the team; Welcome Associates and Service Associates; Welcome Associates will greet and welcome all members and visitors. They will also be responsible for answering any questions regarding ministry locations, electives or general questions about the church. Service Associates will take attendance, fill communion table with elements and clean up before/after each service. Members of this team may also be called to take attendance or assist in counting offerings and help build relationships within the church community. Contact Theresa Simmons (812-987-1349; simmons1965@yahoo.com)
Brenda
Food Pantry
Each Wednesday, distributing food to those in our community who are in need. Contact Brenda Jones (502-523-6896; UKGrammyB@aol.com)
Stephanie
Funeral Meals
Preparing and serving a meal to bereaved families. Contact Stephanie Deaton (812-267-2252; skdmdeaton@yahoo.com)
Myra
Library
Researching, previewing, and lending Christian books, movies and music to the GCC family. Contact Myra Smith (812-951-2188; myraksmith48@gmail.com)
Doug
Men's Ministry
Providing opportunities and encouragement for the men of our Church to grow closer in their relationship with Christ and each other. Contact Doug Melton (812-951-1029; douggiejm@aol.com)
Tim
Missions
Selecting Bible-based mission groups, individuals, or projects to support, keeping the Church family informed of all involvement. Contact Tim Wolf (812-725-6455; GCCMissionsTW@proton.me)
Rick
Next Steps
Meet with those people on Sunday mornings who need prayer or want to talk about a spiritual decision they are contemplating. Contact Rick Rowe (502-541-6692; richardwalterrowe@gmail.com)
Megan
Nursery
Providing a caring and safe environment for children birth to 12 months old. Contact Megan Hodge (812-951-2240; mhodge@georgetownchristian.org)
Kris
Office Assistant
Answering phones, directing visitors, and helping in various clerical jobs. Contact Kris Konick (812-951-2240; office@georgetownchristian.org)
Bentley
Landscaping
Maintaining and improving the appearance of our lawn, shelter house, parking lot and other outdoor areas. Contact Bentley Adams (502-432-0861; bentley.adams43@gmail.com)
Stephen
Praise Team
Leading the congregation in corporate worship through your voice or an instrument. Contact Stephen Huntley (812-406-7492; shuntley@georgetownchristian.org)
Short-Term Mission Trips
Organizing and overseeing a group of people to participate in a short-term trip to serve others. Contact GCC Office (812-951-2240; office@georgetownchristian.org)
Chris
Small Group Leader
Facilitating in-home discussion with a small group of people, using DVD or other Bible-study materials. Contact Chris Tanner (812-951-2240; ctanner@georgetownchristian.org)
Stephen
Booth Technician
Working with the Praise Team in the area of sound, lighting, computer slides or other technical aspects of the worship service. Contact Stephen Huntley (812-951-2240; shuntley@georgetownchristian.org)
Megan
Toddlers
Providing a fun and exciting learning experience for children ages 12-36 months. Contact Megan Hodge (812-951-1029; mhodge@georgetownchristian.org)
Tommy
Transportation
Keeping the Church van maintained (oil & tire checks, tune-ups, wiper replacement, etc). Contact Tommy Hodge (812-583-6748; hodge.thomas1@gmail.com)
Megan
Wee Worship
Providing a fun and exciting learning experience for children ages 3-6 years. Contact Megan Hodge (812-951-2240; mhodge@georgetownchristian.org)
Gwen
Women's Ministry
Providing opportunities and encouragement for the women of our Church to grow closer in their relationship with Christ and each other. Contact Gwen Hartman (502-689-5894; gwen.hartman@hotmail.com)