Rev. Greg Menssen
Rev. Greg Menssen is a graduate of the Methodist Theological School in Ohio. He was ordained to ministry here in our Church on March 3, 2024 and has been serving First United Presbyterian Church of Bellefontaine since February 14, 2024. Pastor Greg was previously a teacher of mathematics in the Dublin City School system for 35 years but was forced by orthopedic issues to take a medically based retirement. It was then that Pastor Greg went to seminary to pursue what is his second masters degree, a Masters of Divinity (MDiv) with a specialty in Biblical Languages.
Greg is married to the love of his life Wendi and between them they have 6 adult children. Greg enjoys playing music and singing, and he is very passionate about the Kairos Prison Ministry that he has been participating in since the fall of 2014. Greg and Wendi feel tremendously blessed to serve here in Bellefontain and look forward to every opportunity to live life and serve God alongside the amazing people of Bellefontaine.
Our Secretary
Holly Van Buskirk
Holly has been a life-long member of the Presbyterian Church. She was baptized into the former Presbyterian church and confirmed in what is now First United Presbyterian Church. She and Adam have been married since 1992. Her son, AJ is the joy of her life. Two dogs and three cats really run the household. Holly’s hobbies include music, reading, music, theatre and more music. She also loves trivia.
Contact details:
Email: holly@bellefontainepres.com
Phone: 937.592.6611 ext. 210
Our Handbell Choir Director
Cindy Jenkins
Cindy is a retired BCS teacher whose first love is music of all kinds! As the Hand Bell Director, she challenges the Highland Ringers with great skill!! A wife and mother of three, grandmother of four, Cindy is also a staple in the Chancel Choir! We are delighted to have Cindy in charge of the “ding-a-lings”!!
Our Organist
Thomas Boone
2023 begins the 50th year that Tom has served as our organist. But just the term “organist” is simply not enough for this man. He is a master of musical ability whether it be on the organ, piano, or the clarinet. His talent adds beauty to every service! In addition to being a member of the American Guild of Organists, Tom is very active as an accompanist for local theatre groups.