Leadership

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Sunday- 10AM Worship Service

Madison Presbyterian Church Leadership

We understand that each of us is called to ministry by God. That ministry takes different forms, but everyone in this community is a "god-bearer". No matter where we are on our journey we are loved by God and part of God's mission to do good and build up this world. There are many ways to participate in leadership roles in the church. Some teach, some help lead worship, some take on a short term project.  We do elect some to ordained offices and rely on volunteers to do the ongoing work of the church, providing organization, structure and vision so we continue to serve God faithfully. They include our session, deacons, and committee members.

Rev. Karen VanderPloeg

Pastor

Karen has spent more than 30 years in ministry and has served in many capacities: at church camp, in youth ministry, as a mission worker overseas, as an educator, an ordained minister, and on the staff of the Maumee Valley Presbytery. 

She began serving Madison in March 2023. Karen loves worship that engages the congregation through interaction, and she loves nurturing churches as the grow in service to their community. She finds joy in seeing the new and amazing things God is doing in the church and in the world.

In addition to her work, Karen enjoys spending time with her family, including her three adult children.  She enjoys working on her home and yard, reading, hiking, trying out new restaurants, bars, music, and more. 

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Karen has spent more than 30 years in ministry and has served in many capacities: at church camp, in youth ministry, as a mission worker overseas, as an educator, an ordained minister, and on the staff of the Maumee Valley Presbytery. 

She began serving Madison in March 2023. Karen loves worship that engages the congregation through interaction, and she loves nurturing churches as the grow in service to their community. She finds joy in seeing the new and amazing things God is doing in the church and in the world.

In addition to her work, Karen enjoys spending time with her family, including her three adult children.  She enjoys working on her home and yard, reading, hiking, trying out new restaurants, bars, music, and more. 

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Jonathan Stanley

Music Director

Jonathan Stanley began serving as music director at Madison Presbyterian in May of 2008.

Jonathan earned a Bachelor's Degree in Organ Performance and Church Music from the Schwob School of Music at Columbus State University in Columbus, Georgia. Jonathan also completed a Master's and Doctorate Degrees at the Jacobs School of Music at Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana. 

He is assistant professor of music at Hanover College and the director of instrumental programs there. He serves as the Vice President and Treasurer of the Madison Performing Arts Foundation and as Organist for a few other local churches. When not rehearsing, teaching, or practicing, he enjoys playing cards, cooking and walking around beautiful downtown Madison. 

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Jonathan Stanley began serving as music director at Madison Presbyterian in May of 2008.

Jonathan earned a Bachelor's Degree in Organ Performance and Church Music from the Schwob School of Music at Columbus State University in Columbus, Georgia. Jonathan also completed a Master's and Doctorate Degrees at the Jacobs School of Music at Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana. 

He is assistant professor of music at Hanover College and the director of instrumental programs there. He serves as the Vice President and Treasurer of the Madison Performing Arts Foundation and as Organist for a few other local churches. When not rehearsing, teaching, or practicing, he enjoys playing cards, cooking and walking around beautiful downtown Madison. 

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Noah Wright

Director of Children & Family Ministries

Noah Wright has served as the Director of Children and Family Ministries since summer of 2025. He is passionate about helping families learn and live the gospel in every day life.

Noah, his wife, Mary Kate and his two children Elsie and Wendell moved to Madison, Indiana in 2020 and are the owners of Analog Coffee and Records. Noah loves to write and play music, read books, got to the movies and spend time with his friends and family.

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Noah Wright has served as the Director of Children and Family Ministries since summer of 2025. He is passionate about helping families learn and live the gospel in every day life.

Noah, his wife, Mary Kate and his two children Elsie and Wendell moved to Madison, Indiana in 2020 and are the owners of Analog Coffee and Records. Noah loves to write and play music, read books, got to the movies and spend time with his friends and family.

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Bevany Phelps

Communications Director

Bevany Phelps has had the joy of serving as the Communications Director since October 2025.

Whether she is answering calls, designing the Sunday bulletin or making sure church operations run smoothly and efficiently, Bevany is the first friendly face to greet you upon visiting our church office! Her goal is to make sure everyone who walks in the door feels welcomed, comfortable and supported.

Bevany is a Kentuckiana local artist whose work can be seen featured at The Spot gallery and other local venues. She is passionate about creating and plans to continue to pursue her art career outside of serving the church!

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Bevany Phelps has had the joy of serving as the Communications Director since October 2025.

Whether she is answering calls, designing the Sunday bulletin or making sure church operations run smoothly and efficiently, Bevany is the first friendly face to greet you upon visiting our church office! Her goal is to make sure everyone who walks in the door feels welcomed, comfortable and supported.

Bevany is a Kentuckiana local artist whose work can be seen featured at The Spot gallery and other local venues. She is passionate about creating and plans to continue to pursue her art career outside of serving the church!

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Session

We elect leaders who together with the pastor, determine the direction of church life.  Our elders form the session (council) of the church. We believe we make better decisions as a group, and rely on the work of the Holy Spirit as we gather to guide us give us vision. 

Deacons

We also elect Deacons to the Caring Ministry of the church.  Our Deacons stay on top of the needs of church members, and have several ways they respond to need in the community.  Because caring for each other is such a fundamental Christian orientation, we not only encourage caring in our daily living, but make it a priority in our institutional life.