In Ministry Together

Pastoral Staff:

Rev. Jeff Conway
I am an Oregon boy -- I met my wonderful wife, Patti, while I was in seminary in Boston.  We have two teenage sons, Barrett & Addison, who have journeyed with us from Philadelphia to Palm Beach, Florida, and for the past ten years here in Amarillo, Texas.  My call at Westminster includes preaching, teaching, and loving a lot of people.
Favorite Quote:  "Sometimes you have to watch somebody love something before you can love it yourself.  It is as if they are showing you the way."  Donald Miller Blue Like Jazz
I Like My Eggs:  As far away as possible. 

Program Leaders:

Mollie Fields, Ministry Program Coordinator
My first calling is as mother to my amazing sons, Andrew & Wilson.  I'm originally from Missouri, so you probably will have to "show me" something at least once, but then I've got it!  I have been challenged and stretched in ways I didn't know possible during my 10 years of service at WPC. I am truly grateful to be a part of this amazing family of God; God has provide a wonderful community in which my boys and I continue to thrive.  I get "jangly" when God uses me for His purpose-particularly in the mission field...ask me about traveling to Mexico with Casas Por Cristo sometime...but only if you have an hour!   My job at WPC is to help keep all areas of ministry accessible to the congregation and the community.  I work closely with our program staff, our elders, and our pastor to communicate ministry opportunities through available publicity portals from the Sunday bulletin to the church website.  I assist with coordinating our Sunday worship service and I also facilitate our congregation's mission efforts.
Favorite Quote:  "Every Christian is either a missionary or an imposter"  Charles Spurgeon 

Brandon Farren, Music Ministry
I have been worshipping with Westminster for over a decade.  I began my ministry here as a scholarship student while attending WTA&M University.  I met my beautiful wife, Heather, as we were both in an opera at school (I married up!).  We have two incredible children: Christian and Maddie.  My family and I love being a part of the ministry at WPC.  All of the choirs and ensembles have a true heart for God and love to lead and participate in the worship.  I am a blessed man.
I oversee our chancel choir, intrumental ensembles, and our handbell choir, coordinating with our praise team and children and youth ensembles.
Favorite Quote:  "Music washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life."  Berthold Auerbach
I Like My Eggs:  Over-easy

Lance Allen, Assistant Music Director
I am a native Texan, living in the Texas Panhandle for the past 30 years.  I enjoy playing and listening to live music, mountain biking and raising my three incredibly amazing children, Nick, Ben & Lauren, with my amazingly incredible wife, Robin.
I work with our praise team and coordinate our more contemporary selections of music with our musicians.
Favorite Quote:  Life's like a bowl of punch, go ahead and spike it!
I Like My Eggs:  Scrambled, over medium

Amy Taylor, Children's Christian Education & Music Ministry
I am a child at heart, determined to never grow up--even though that occasionally gets me in trouble.  I am wife to Tony and mother to Emily and Olivia.  They are my joy.  I love music of all kinds and singing with children of all ages.  I belive there is always something to laugh about, even at the darkest moments.  I am sarcastic and sometimes called witty.  I take every opportunity for fun and laughter.  I believe there is nothing more important than teaching children about the love of God.  Visit our children's department and I'll be the one who looks, but doesn't act like, the adult in the room!  I am a graduate of WTAMU and a native Texan.
I oversee all aspects of ministry for children birth-5th grade.  This includes Sunday school classes; our Wednesday night program which includes choir (I lead our youth choir also); VBS and other activities throughout the year.  I work closely with our Parents' Day Out/Nursery Director.
Favorite Quote: "If you aren't enough without it, you will never be enough with it."  Cool Runnings 
I Like My Eggs: Scrambled and fluffy or grown into a chicken.

LeAnn Shelton, Childcare Coordinator & Parents Day Out Director
I have been married to my husband, Steve, for 13 years.  We have two daughters ages 5 and 7 who keep us very busy.  Our family is very active and spends lots of time playing outside or playing games and reading together.  Steve and I also coach youth volleyboall which allows our family to travel all over the country.  On each volleyball trip our family tries to visit a children's museum, zoo, or aquarium, and we always eat at a new restaurant.
I coordinate quality childcare and supervision for our youngest members for Sunday and Wednesday activities as well as special events throughout the year.  I work closely with our Parents Day Out staff overseeing instruction and administrative duties conducted by my assistant, Liz.
Favorite Quote: "You're the best mommy ever, yeah!"  Quin & Peyton Shelton
I Like My Eggs: Benedict

Ryan Canode, Youth Ministry -- The Way
I was born and raised in Amarillo.  I have three amazing and crazy boys, the best and most beautiful wife (seriously, it's true!), and a guard dog named Champ (he's a Chihuahua, don't tell him, though).  I love God and absolutely enjoy serving Him at WPC.  I enjoy all sports and activities, but love soccer the most.
My ministry at Westminster focuses on our students, grades 6-12.
Favorite Quote:  "The master in the art of living makes little distinction between his work and his play, his labor and his leisure, his mind and his body, his information and his recreation, his love and his religion.  He hardly knows which is which.  He simply pursues his vision of excellence at whatever he does, leaving others to decide whether he is working or playing.  To him he's always doing both."  James A. Michener
I Like My Eggs:  Un-hatched and cooked.

Chad Myers, Young Adult Ministry -- Renovatus
I am a paradox of sorts.  I like to play sports, lift weights, and read Harry Potter or watch Lord of the Rings.  I like the ocean and the mountains.  I love spending quiet evenings at home with the family, enjoying a good hot meal and playing with my children.  My two favorite authors are Brennan Manning and John Piper.  My passion is to preach; my purpose is to impact people for Christ; and my poisition is Reformed.  I have just enough knoweldge to be dangerous (in a bad way!).  My future dream car is a Subaru STI, and I will race anything that moves!  A couple of my favorite websites:  www.desiringGod.org and www.homestarrunner.com
I oversee the ministry directed toward post-high school young adults through their twenties. 
Renovatus is Latin for renew, rebuild, restore.  I facilitate our Sunday evening worship and Bible study as well as a variety of activities, trips, and events throughout the year.
Favorite (Funny) Quote:  "Would I rather be feared or loved?  Easy ... both.  I want people to be afraid of how much they love me."  Michael Scott from The Office
I Like My Eggs:  Over-easy