You can reach our staff at the church office: 765-754-7996
Email: franktonfirstumc@gmail.com
Office Hours: The office is typically open Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 8:30-12:30 , but hours may change from week-to-week.
Email: franktonfirstumc@gmail.com
Office Hours: The office is typically open Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 8:30-12:30 , but hours may change from week-to-week.
Church Staff

Bob was born and raised in Anderson, Indiana. He worked in refrigeration at Marsh and Kroger for 20 years. Having sensed a call to ordain ministry he went back to school at the age of 38 and graduated from University of Indianapolis with a Bachelor of Liberal studies degree and earned a Master of Divinity from Christian Theological Seminary. He has been in the ministry for 24 years and an ordained Elder in the United Methodist Church for 12 years.
He has been married to his high school sweetheart, Nancy, for almost 44 years. They have three children and eight grandchildren. Bob loves the ministry, being with his wife and family, the Chicago Cubs and Bears, and playing golf when he gets the chance.
Bob is dedicated to sharing the joy, love, and fulfillment that comes from having a real relationship with Jesus. " I lived my first 33 years without Jesus in my life and was always searching for ways to make me happy, not to feel so empty all the time. I found what I was searching for in a personal relationship with Jesus. I want others to know the hope, love, and peace that can be found in Jesus.”
He has been married to his high school sweetheart, Nancy, for almost 44 years. They have three children and eight grandchildren. Bob loves the ministry, being with his wife and family, the Chicago Cubs and Bears, and playing golf when he gets the chance.
Bob is dedicated to sharing the joy, love, and fulfillment that comes from having a real relationship with Jesus. " I lived my first 33 years without Jesus in my life and was always searching for ways to make me happy, not to feel so empty all the time. I found what I was searching for in a personal relationship with Jesus. I want others to know the hope, love, and peace that can be found in Jesus.”
Youth Director
Tyler McDonald
Tyler McDonald

Tyler McDonald is a Special Education teacher with Blackford County Schools and a Unified
Sports Coach. Tyler enjoys golfing, the Indy 500, and hanging out with his 4-month-old baby.
Tyler looks forward to growing the Youth program and sharing the love of God.
Sports Coach. Tyler enjoys golfing, the Indy 500, and hanging out with his 4-month-old baby.
Tyler looks forward to growing the Youth program and sharing the love of God.

Sara grew up in Arcadia Indiana in 2005 she moved to Frankton Indiana with her son. There, she met and married her husband, Josh. Together they have five beautiful children with two sets of twins. Sara has a Bachelor's degree in Social Media Marketing from Ashford University of San Diego California. When She obtained this degree, her main goal was to help non-profit organizations within her community and state. So when the opportunity arose with the Frankton First UMC she jumped on it. Her job combines the things she loves doing the most, Helping others, being creative, and her love of God.
When Sara is not at work, or caring for her children, she can be found watching any Frankton Eagle sports or band competitions her children are in, Colts football, Cardinals baseball, watching super hero movies, gardening or simply being outdoors with her family.
When Sara is not at work, or caring for her children, she can be found watching any Frankton Eagle sports or band competitions her children are in, Colts football, Cardinals baseball, watching super hero movies, gardening or simply being outdoors with her family.

Mike McDonald the music director in the traditional service at Frankton First United Methodist Church and his wife Patty have between them seven children and 12 grandchildren Mike is a graduate of Anderson college and has an ab in music and education and a master's degree in the same areas from Ball State University he was a public school music teacher for 42 years and has worked as the music director and instrumentalist in United Methodist congregations for the last 35 years 7 of those have been spent at Frankton First United Methodist where Mike is the longest-serving staff member
Contemporary Service Music Director:
Alli McDonald
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Alli McDonald
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Alli McDonald is a native of Northern Indiana and holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Music Therapy from Indiana Wesleyan University. While attending Indiana Wesleyan, Alli was active in traveling ensembles, multiple theater productions, and was a student mentor within the IWU music division. Alli enjoys fishing, singing, and coffee!
“God has brought me through so many different trials in my life that brought me to Him while attending Indiana Wesleyan University. He is forever my guiding light and shoulder to lean on. I am so grateful for the opportunity to not only lead worship, but, to learn and grow from my time at Frankton First United Methodist Church.”
“God has brought me through so many different trials in my life that brought me to Him while attending Indiana Wesleyan University. He is forever my guiding light and shoulder to lean on. I am so grateful for the opportunity to not only lead worship, but, to learn and grow from my time at Frankton First United Methodist Church.”
Custodian:
Stacie Pickering
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Stacie Pickering
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