OUR STAFF
Christ in the Valley Circuit
State Line UNITED is participating with 13 other churches in an historic tradition of the Methodist denomination, Circuit-Riding. In the early Methodist church in the U.S., ministers traveled by horse for years at a time to provide worship to congregations throughout the region. In that tradition, State Line UNITED is sharing pastoral preaching with other local United Methodist congregations.
We have a church family whose leadership run the business of the church, with the circuit pastors and lay leaders providing the liturgy and message. We welcome all who would seek to learn more about Christ and his message to us, a message of peace and spirituality guided by the Holy Spirit.
State Line UNITED is participating with 13 other churches in an historic tradition of the Methodist denomination, Circuit-Riding. In the early Methodist church in the U.S., ministers traveled by horse for years at a time to provide worship to congregations throughout the region. In that tradition, State Line UNITED is sharing pastoral preaching with other local United Methodist congregations.
We have a church family whose leadership run the business of the church, with the circuit pastors and lay leaders providing the liturgy and message. We welcome all who would seek to learn more about Christ and his message to us, a message of peace and spirituality guided by the Holy Spirit.
Mary F. Thomas, Administrative Assistant
I have been serving in the role of Administrative Assistant since August 2016, and church Treasurer since 2021. Before coming to State Line UMC, I had previous experience in emergency travel assistance, corporate training and human resources. I met my husband, James, at Mount St. Mary’s College in 1992 and we were married in the college chapel in 1998. We have two children who are active in sports, music and the church our family attends. As a parent of a special-needs child, I find enjoyment in renewing activities like walking and yoga. When I have the time, I make stained-glass windows for my family and friends. This job has been a wonderful addition to my life. I enjoy seeing the friends I have made in this congregation, helping out on projects and praying with the Thursday
morning Bible Study group.
I have been serving in the role of Administrative Assistant since August 2016, and church Treasurer since 2021. Before coming to State Line UMC, I had previous experience in emergency travel assistance, corporate training and human resources. I met my husband, James, at Mount St. Mary’s College in 1992 and we were married in the college chapel in 1998. We have two children who are active in sports, music and the church our family attends. As a parent of a special-needs child, I find enjoyment in renewing activities like walking and yoga. When I have the time, I make stained-glass windows for my family and friends. This job has been a wonderful addition to my life. I enjoy seeing the friends I have made in this congregation, helping out on projects and praying with the Thursday
morning Bible Study group.
Jeffrey Wine, Pianist
I started playing the piano at the age of five! Although I only took lessons for a few years (from my mother, Bonnie), I stuck with it and eventually began playing in church and school. As a teen, I served as piano accompanist for my high school show choir, which gave me the opportunity to perform at Disney World! I then played the piano in college for a few years. Since then, I have played for weddings, banquets, musicals and currently play with the Williamsport Ambassadors Jazz Band. Prior to coming to State Line UMC in 2013, I played the piano, sang in the adult choir, and directed the children's choirs at Greencastle Presbyterian Church for 14 years.
I grew up in Williamsport, Maryland, and now reside in Falling Waters, West Virginia. My "day job" is Creative Services Director for Alpha Media. I also am a part-time actor, having been involved in numerous theatrical productions throughout the area, primarily as an actor, director or music director. I have even appeared in some national TV shows that have filmed in the area! When not working or doing something related to the performing arts, I enjoy working out, biking, hiking, watching thrillers, traveling and being on the beach. I also am addicted to "Words With Friends." I thank God every single day for the gift of music and blessing me with these talents.
I started playing the piano at the age of five! Although I only took lessons for a few years (from my mother, Bonnie), I stuck with it and eventually began playing in church and school. As a teen, I served as piano accompanist for my high school show choir, which gave me the opportunity to perform at Disney World! I then played the piano in college for a few years. Since then, I have played for weddings, banquets, musicals and currently play with the Williamsport Ambassadors Jazz Band. Prior to coming to State Line UMC in 2013, I played the piano, sang in the adult choir, and directed the children's choirs at Greencastle Presbyterian Church for 14 years.
I grew up in Williamsport, Maryland, and now reside in Falling Waters, West Virginia. My "day job" is Creative Services Director for Alpha Media. I also am a part-time actor, having been involved in numerous theatrical productions throughout the area, primarily as an actor, director or music director. I have even appeared in some national TV shows that have filmed in the area! When not working or doing something related to the performing arts, I enjoy working out, biking, hiking, watching thrillers, traveling and being on the beach. I also am addicted to "Words With Friends." I thank God every single day for the gift of music and blessing me with these talents.
