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Rev. Charles (Chase) Henley Green Jr.Senior PastorChase Green is the Senior Pastor of Goddard United Methodist Church, appointed here in the summer of 2022. Chase grew up in Searcy, Arkansas graduating from Searcy High School. A graduate of Hendrix College, Class of 2010, with a Bachelor’s Degree in Religious Studies, Chase then went on to Wesley Theological Seminary in Washington D.C. where he received his Masters of Divinity in 2013. While there he met his wife Jana, a native of Oklahoma. They were married in 2014 and have both served as pastors since 2013. Chase was ordained an Elder in Full Connection to the Arkansas Conference in 2015. He served as Pastor of Discipleship and Congregational Care at Asbury United Methodist Church in Little Rock, 2013-2017. He then began pastoring Primrose United Methodist Church, and in 2020 had an additional charge of Keo United Methodist Church added to serve. Chase and Jana are the proud parents of their son, Charlie! Chase is thrilled to be Senior Pastor of Goddard and to live in Fort Smith! His wife, Jana, serves as Pastor of Cavanaugh and Wesley United Methodist Churches here in Fort Smith.
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George A. MannChoirmaster and OrganistGeorge A. Mann obtained a Bachelor's Degree in Church Music and Vocal Performance from Ouachita Baptist University, and a Master's Degree in Sacred Music from Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, Kentucky.
George is Choirmaster/Organist at Goddard United Methodist Church in Fort Smith, a post that he has held since September of 1985. He is also on the adjunct faculty of the University of Arkansas Fort Smith, where he teaches Music Appreciation, and does supplementary accompanying for faculty and student studio work and recital. Recent years have seen Mr. Mann heavily involved in the Fort Smith Little Theatre, where he provides accompaniment for local productions, as well as serving as musical director. Under George’s direction, the Goddard choir provides for weekly worship at Goddard, but has also been able to travel to perform in Vienna, Austria, Coventry England, and in various churches and locations throughout the Southwestern US. |
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Sami Sue WelchAssociate Director of MusicSami Sue Welch began her professional teaching career in Ozark, AR in 1986 teaching elementary music, fine arts survey, and directing high school choir. She also served as the choir director at Ozark First United Methodist. She joined the US Army reserves in 1989 as a computer programmer, and became the choir director at St. Andrew United Methodist Church in Ft. Smith. In 1990 she joined the Fort Smith Public School District, teaching elementary music at Tilles Elementary. She joined the music staff at Goddard United Methodist Church in 1994.
Her degree is in vocal music from Henderson State University in Arkadelphia. In 2010 she received her National Board Certification. Sami Sue has performed in numerous venues across the United States and Europe. |
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Michelle GreenfieldFinancial AdministratorMichelle began working for Goddard Weekday Ministries in February 2001 as a Toddler Teacher. During this time, she completed her accounting degree at the University of Arkansas Fort Smith. In May 2011 she became the Financial Administrator. She has three children, Luke, Faith, and John. They enjoy spending time together, especially outdoors. She loves being a part of Goddard and is very thankful for this wonderful congregation.
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Don HollandMaintenanceDon Holland semi-retired in 2014 and moved from North Dakota to Arkansas to be near family. He also came to Goddard that same year. He is an ASE certified master truck equipment mechanic and a certified welder. He and his wife Jeannie were married at Goddard in April of 2017. Don loves animals, especially his horses and his dog, Levi.
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Mark CheyneLive Streaming TechnicianMark joined the Goddard staff in July 2021 as our Live Streaming Technician. He is a native of Fort Smith and graduated from Arkansas Tech University in 2003 with his Bachelor's of Science in Engineering Physics. Mark is the brother of Keri Cheyne Cousins and enjoys being Aiden's uncle. Mark currently works full-time at Academy Sports and Outdoors and enjoys his hobbies in astronomy and astrophysics.
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Andy HannaAudio TechnicianAndy is currently a project manager at McClelland Consulting Engineers, Inc. in Fort Smith, AR. He is a licensed professional civil engineer in the states of Arkansas and Oklahoma. He earned his bachelor’s degree from the University of Arkansas – Fayetteville in 2015.
Andy has prior experience in sound and video production, having worked with his former high school as a student for two years. His responsibilities included assisting with home basketball games and state tournament broadcasts. Originally from Alma, AR, Andy grew up in the Fort Smith area. He married his wonderful wife, Tarah, in 2017, and together they have two beautiful children, Annslee and Leslie. Their family became church members in 2023 and feel they have found a permanent church home. |
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Christina BastibleYouth & Children’s MinisterChristina Bastible was born and raised in southeastern Oklahoma. She graduated from the University of Central Oklahoma in 2016 with a Bachelor of Science degree, later earning both a Master of Arts in Teaching and a Master of Business Administration, because apparently she just can’t resist a good homework assignment. Christina spent several years as an elementary teacher in Arkansas, devoted to creating classrooms where kids felt safe, valued, and free to grow into their unique selves. Now she’s thrilled to bring that same heart to Goddard, walking alongside families as they grow together.
Christina and her husband, Stephen, live in Van Buren with their two daughters, Hadlee and Nora, and their two cats, Lily and Evie. It’s a household never short on chatter, cat hair, or comedic moments. In her free time, you’ll find Christina lost in a book, deep into a TV marathon with her girls, or diving headfirst into a new creative project. She feels incredibly blessed to serve at Goddard and is always up for a crispy Dr. Pepper from Sonic, a good story, or finding new ways to bring out the spark in kids’ eyes and remind them how amazing they truly are. |
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Matt HartsteinDigital Media & Technology SpecialistMatt Hartstein is a 31-year-old software engineer, full-stack web developer, and digital marketing specialist who was born in Little Rock and raised in Fort Smith, Arkansas. A 2012 graduate of Southside High School, he went on to earn his Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and Engineering from the University of Arkansas in 2020.
Matt began his professional journey at the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith, where he served as a Full Stack Web Developer and later as Director of Web Services. Matt is passionate about using his God-given gifts to support meaningful work and create digital experiences that reflect purpose, clarity, and care. Whether developing software or crafting a brand’s message, he strives to honor excellence in all he does. Outside of work, Matt enjoys playing drums, producing music, hiking, floating the river, fishing, attending sporting events and concerts (Go Hogs!), and spending time with family and friends. He is the oldest of four siblings - two younger brothers and a sister - and recently became a first-time uncle, a role he greatly cherishes! |