Carol joined the staff of Noblesville First in the spring of 2011.  Carol’s areas of ministry involves organizing and developing: Parish Visitation Team, Homebound Communion, Bereavement Team, GriefShare, DivorceCare, Single and Parenting, Flower Delivery Team, Prayer Card Ministry, and overseeing the Prayer Quilt Ministry, and Prayer Shawl Ministry.  She also works closely with the Caring Connection, First Tuesday Night Sing-a-Long, Stephen Ministry, Golden Links – UMW.

In the past couple of years Carol has written and led several different Bible Studies.  “Watching people grow in their faith is a precious gift.”

Favorite book
Mark of the Lion Trilogy, Francine Rivers

Favorite music or band
Classical

Favorite Bible verse
Exodus 3:14, “God said to Moses, ‘I Am Who I Am. This is what you say to the Israelites, ‘I Am’ has sent me to you.’”

Hobbies
Gardening, home decorating and attending grandchildren’s sporting events, visiting and hiking at state parks

Family
Carol and her husband Duke have been married for 50 years and have two daughters and 4 grandchildren

What led you to (and keeps you in) ministry?
“My mother-in-law resided in a health care center for 5 years with Alzheimer’s and the church continued in all that time to visit and care for her.  I was so touched by their dedication and feel that God has led me through Stephen Ministry training and serving shut in communion into a time of service to those who need a loving touch and smile.  I am rewarded many times over with dear friends who teach me and love me in return.  God is good!”

What do you like most about Noblesville?
Small hometown community, but Indianapolis with many cultural opportunities.

What do you like most about Noblesville First?
Opportunities for study and spiritual growth.