I am the Finance Director for Cottonwood Creek Church. I have worked at the church for the last four years but have been a member since 2003. Prior to working at the church, I held various positions in the corporate world.
When & Where You Were Saved: I was saved at the age of ten in March 1974 at Rodgers Baptist Church.
Tell Us About Your Family:My husband, Robert, and I are empty nesters. We met in the singles class here at the church in 2010. Between us, we have three children and five grandchildren.
People Who Inspire You: My grandmother – she had great inner strength, overcoming many hardships in life.
Spare Time Pastimes: I enjoy spending time with family and friends, traveling, movies and reading.
Favorite Bands: Casting Crowns, for King & County, Big Daddy Weave, the Eagles, Alabama
Favorite Scripture: Some of my favorite bible verses are Isaiah 55, Phil 4:13, Josh 1:9 and Jere 29: 11-13.
Dream Vacation: So far my favorite place has been Maui, but I have a long bucket list of places I would like to visit.
Favorite Authors: My favorite authors are Terri Blackstock, Karen Kingsbury and Tessa Afshar.
Birthday: August 5
When and Where You Were Saved: First Baptist Church, Lubbock, Texas 1979
Tell Us About Your Family: My husband Mac, and I have 2 sons, Matt and Jon, and twin granddaughters Mackenzie and Bailyn.
Nickname: Sue Sue
People Who Inspire You: My husband and children
Favorite Scripture: Proverbs 3:5
Favorite Sports: Tennis and Golf
Something Most People Don’t Know About You: I have been married for 41 years and lived in Allen for 32 years.
Hidden Talent: Definitely not singing
Biggest Fear: Tornados
Things That Fascinate You: Painting videos
Sports You’re Good At: Very good at tennis and golf
Spare Time Pastimes: Painting
Most Exotic Trip: Hawaii
Personal Heroes: My sisters and brother
In Ministry Since: Started working at Cottonwood September 2002. This was the first week we moved to the 121 location.
Life-Changing Moment: When I became a mother
Dream Living Location: At the beach
Proudest Accomplishment: Elected to Allen ISD School Board two times
Favorite Holiday: Thanksgiving
Birthday: November 10
People Who Inspire You: The people at Cottonwood Creek inspire me – both the staff and the church body. They are dedicated to God’s call on their lives to work and live a life of service to Him. This church constantly amazes me in what it accomplishes for the increase and glory of God. I am proud to call this my church home for 22 years and my place of employment.
Favorite Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6, Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding. In all your ways, acknowledge Him and He will direct your path.
Favorite Movies: The Sound of Music, The Princess Bride, Indiana Jones series
Favorite Music/Band/Singers: I love old hymns as well as contemporary Christian music. Toby Mac and For King & Country are some of my favorite bands. Great is Thy Faithfulness is currently my favorite hymn.
Spare Time Pastimes: If I ever get to the point of spare time, I would like to cook and bake more.
In Ministry Since: I’ve always enjoyed volunteering in the church but have officially worked at the church since fall 2016.
Proudest Accomplishment: Raising 2 kids for 10 years as a single mom.
Favorite Holiday: Christmas
Things You Collect: I love antiques. If I had the room, I would collect antique glassware and dishes.
The One Thing You’d Like to Come Back in Fashion: I have a hard time parting with clothes over the years, so it would always be nice for anything already in my closet to come back into (or stay in) fashion.
