Our Team

Rev. Dr. Roula Alkhouri

Rev. Dr. Roula Alkhouri has been the pastor of Batavia First Presbyterian since 2007. Roula is a passionate about preaching, teaching, nurturing faith, social justice and helping people live to their fullest potential. She believes that love changes everything and that Jesus embodied love fully in the world. Prior to serving in Batavia, she served in ministry in Oregon, Alaska, and Kentucky. Her roots go back to the Middle East where she grew up in Damascus, Syria and was blessed to be part of the Presbyterian and Catholic communities there.

 

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Organist & Sanctuary Service Music Leader: Melanie Case

Arise Music Leader: James Pastore

Tech Engineer: Steven Petty

Sleep in Heavenly Peace: Patricia Howell & Jim Schmitt

Event Coordinator: Jim Schmitt

Dementia Respite Program: Mickey Charters

 

 

Nursery Attendants: Elizabeth Gouinlock and Meto Reinhardt

Growth Team: Mary Blevins

Outreach Team: Caroline Janofsky & Lisa Gilebarto

Worship Team: Wendy Daniszewski and Kelly Mountain

Vacation Bible School Leader: Wendy Daniszewski

Operations Team: Steve Mountain

 

Weekly Bible Devotionals

Written by Pastor Roula Alkhouri

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What Is Saving Your Life Right Now?

Miracle

You Were Made for a Miracle: The Greatest Miracle of All

Miracle

You Were Made for a Miracle: Ready for a Miracle?