Rev. Karen Hill, Pastor
First Presbyterian is a wonderful place to worship; it is a warm and welcoming, progressive community of faith. The church is very involved in social justice issues at the community level and very interested in caring for the least of these. In preaching, I aim to be relevant and engaged with current events, as we read scripture together and apply it to our lives. [Read more...]
First Presbyterian is a wonderful place to worship; it is a warm and welcoming, progressive community of faith. The church is very involved in social justice issues at the community level and very interested in caring for the least of these. In preaching, I aim to be relevant and engaged with current events, as we read scripture together and apply it to our lives. [Read more...]
Natascha Reich, Music Director
I have served as music director and organist at First Presbyterian Church Cottage Grove since February 2015, after working for over 15 years in music ministry in Europe. [Read more...]
I have served as music director and organist at First Presbyterian Church Cottage Grove since February 2015, after working for over 15 years in music ministry in Europe. [Read more...]
Chuck Missar, Treasurer
I have served as Treasurer since January, 2017. My first task was to convert the church’s financial records from a homebrew Excel-based accounting system to QuickBooks. With the help of a professional bookkeeper, we now have a working accounting system and she continues to generate checks, prepare payrolls, log contributions and reconcile the books while I provide oversight. Of course, our Stewardship and Finance Committee and the Session keeps an eye on what I do!
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Kate Hemsoth, Nursery Supervisor
For me, First Presbyterian Church of Cottage Grove is more than a place of worship; it is a community of thoughtful individuals who share similar beliefs and values and care for one another. Our church is a lively part of our community. I am fortunate to be able to connect to so many organizations within Cottage Grove, because of my relation to our church. I feel “at home” among the warm faces that greet me each week. My role as Nursery Supervisor allows me to build relationships with our church’s youngest members. [Read more...]
For me, First Presbyterian Church of Cottage Grove is more than a place of worship; it is a community of thoughtful individuals who share similar beliefs and values and care for one another. Our church is a lively part of our community. I am fortunate to be able to connect to so many organizations within Cottage Grove, because of my relation to our church. I feel “at home” among the warm faces that greet me each week. My role as Nursery Supervisor allows me to build relationships with our church’s youngest members. [Read more...]
Sonya Laird, Church Administrator
God and Family are the two most important things in my life. I am thankful to The Lord for my husband of 15 years and my two children. We enjoy spending time together at our home in Springfield. I spent about 10 years homeschooling our children and serving my family. Now, serving First Presbyterian Church as Church Administrator has been a peaceful transition for me. The members and staff of this church have all been welcoming and kind. I have enjoyed getting to know some of the staff and can see that they have a heart to serve the community here in Cottage Grove. [Read more...]
God and Family are the two most important things in my life. I am thankful to The Lord for my husband of 15 years and my two children. We enjoy spending time together at our home in Springfield. I spent about 10 years homeschooling our children and serving my family. Now, serving First Presbyterian Church as Church Administrator has been a peaceful transition for me. The members and staff of this church have all been welcoming and kind. I have enjoyed getting to know some of the staff and can see that they have a heart to serve the community here in Cottage Grove. [Read more...]
