Originally from High Point North Carolina, Emily has always loved the local church. She grew up always asking her parents “when is the next time we’re going to church”. Little did she know that from that moment, God was calling her into ministry. Emily has received her Bachelors in Religion and Practical Theology with a… Read More »

Samantha was born and raised in Marion NC. She attended Montreat College, where she received her Bachelors in Business Administration and has since worked in a wide variety of jobs including opening her own movie theater and restaurant. She is married to Dave Harris and together they have 3 children. Samantha loves spending time with… Read More »

Stephanie was born in Ohio and earned a BS in Biology from Eastern Kentucky University and an MS in Fisheries and Wildlife Science from Virginia Tech. She was a fish biologist with the NC Wildlife Resources Commission and later taught eighth grade science at East McDowell Middle School and fourth and fifth grade social studies… Read More »

Chase is Pastor Emily’s four legged assistant. He is a frequent visitor of the church office and is ready to give hugs and cuddles for anyone needing extra emotional support.

Nancy is our wonderful music director here at FUMC-Marion

Howard is an amazing and avid musician. We are lucky to have him here at FUMC Marion as our pianist/organist.