Meet Our Staff

Jeff Davis-Pastor

Pastor Jeff Davis was appointed to Centre First in June of 2016.
Contact Jeff Davis:
pastor@centrefumc.com
Office: 256-927-3452

Brooke Fortenberry
Children's Director

Brooke has lived in Cherokee County since June 2009, her dad is a United Methodist Pastor so she has lived all over Alabama. She is currently attending Gadsden State and plans to become a nurse. She and her husband, Cameron, live in Centre.
Brooke says, "I have a heart for missions, I went to Israel in May of 2015 and Ecuador in July 2016. I plan on going on many more mission trips to spread the love of Jesus worldwide. I also have a heart for children and helping them to learn about God. I'm excited to start this Journey at CFUMC!"

To contact Brooke:

email children@centrefumc.com
or call the office at (256) 927-3452

David Sanford-Contemporary Worship Leader

David Sanford is our Contemporary Worship Director. David and his family recently moved back to Centre from Nashville, where he worked as professional musician. David plays multiple instruments and comes with a rich and diverse musical background.

David is married to Jessica Nelson Sanford and they have three children. Marley (4) and newborn twin boys, Beau and Shepp. Many in the congregation may already know David as he is the son of Larry & Beth Sanford.
Contact David :
Email: davidsanford@centrefumc.com
Office: 256-927-3452

Bill Scroggin-Media

Bill came on staff in 2007 to began a media ministry with us. A graduate of Jacksonville University with a BS in Music Education, Bill has worked in United Methodist churches as music and youth director. In 1986 Bill, his wife Karen, and their two sons, moved to central Alabama to work on staff at Servants In Faith And Technology, a training institute for appropriate technology. While on staff there they moved to a Zulu township in South Africa and worked seconded to The Methodist Church of Southern Africa. After returning from Africa the family moved to Bolivia with United World Mission, to work among the Quechua people.

After returning to Cherokee County, coming on staff at First United Methodist was a good next step in continuing meaningful ministry. Working with volunteers our media ministry produces DVDs of both services each week and other special programs of the church also sharing each week's sermon and other videos on this web page. Bill is responsible for video, photography, graphics and other media related items.

Bill also coordinates our local missions effort that has see many of our church members work together, reaching out to our community in practical ways, with home repair and building wheelchair ramps for many families throughout Cherokee County.
Contact Bill Scroggin:
Email: media@centrefumc.com
Office: 256-927-3452

Marcell Rampley-Church Secretary

Marcell brings with her a wealth of knowledge and experience accumulated from her administrative responsibilities throughout her career. Her work history includes time at First Baptist Church in Rome and Floyd County Baptist Association. She enjoys the opportunity to serve in this capacity.
Marcell moved from Rome, GA in 2005. She currently resides in Centre with her husband Jeff, two daughters and granddaughter. She enjoys home decorating, craft projects and spending time with her family.
Contact Marcell Rampley:
Email: office@centrefumc.com
Office: 256-927-3452

Michelle Davis - Youth Director

centrefirstyouth@gmail.com
Office: 256-927-3452

David James-Choir Director

The Chancel Choir is directed by David James. David has been on staff at CFUMC for almost twenty years, and he believes that music is an extremely important part of the worship service. David began participating in the music ministry of Centre First at an early age and developed a passion for music in worship. He loves various types of music and strives to mix varieties and styles of music to enhance traditional worship.

David holds a bachelor's degree in accounting from JSU and works in his family's business, a local grain and trucking company. David and his wife Cindy live in Centre and both are active in other ministries of the church.

Contact David James:
Email: cmci@tds.net
Office: 256-927-3452

Anna Kennedy - Pianist

Anna is serving as the Pianist in our 10:55am worship service each week.

Anna is originally from Jacksonville, AL. She and her husband currently live in Piedmont. She is employed by the AOD Federal Credit Union and also teaches piano lessons. Anna graduated in 2009 from JSU with a Bachelor of Music with a concentration in piano. She was also the pianist for Alexandria United Methodist Church from 2008-2011. She is excited to be working in the church once again.

To contact Anna call the church office (256) 927-3452

Pat Hill-Organist

Pat received his BS in Music Education from Jacksonville State University. He received his Masters in Music Theory from the University of South Carolina. He hs been playing professionally for over 50 years, and he is a retired music educator. He taught music for 24 years in the public school system in Hilton Head, SC and at the Hilton Head campus of USC Beaufort. He and his wife, Mary Leigh are active members of CFUMC and live in Leesburg.

To contact Pat call the church office (256) 927-3452