Dr. Paul Casner, Pastor
I was born and raised on a farm in southern Indiana. I attended Indiana University and Lipscomb University, graduating from Lipscomb with a B.A. in English and minors in chemistry and Bible. I received M.A. and M.Div. degrees from Abilene Christian University, and the Ph.D. in systematic theology from Marquette University. During my years at Marquette, I was adjunct professor of theology at Marian University in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin. With over twenty-five years of experience in ministry, I have served churches in Indiana, Texas, New York, and Tennessee. I have served Donelson Presbyterian Church for over fifteen years. [Read more...]
I was born and raised on a farm in southern Indiana. I attended Indiana University and Lipscomb University, graduating from Lipscomb with a B.A. in English and minors in chemistry and Bible. I received M.A. and M.Div. degrees from Abilene Christian University, and the Ph.D. in systematic theology from Marquette University. During my years at Marquette, I was adjunct professor of theology at Marian University in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin. With over twenty-five years of experience in ministry, I have served churches in Indiana, Texas, New York, and Tennessee. I have served Donelson Presbyterian Church for over fifteen years. [Read more...]
Brooks Parker, Music Director
As a lifelong musician, I have spent decades exploring the many facets of the music industry. After graduating from Belmont University in 2007 with a degree in Commercial Music, I pursued work on both the creative and business sides of music. I spent two years as a Music & Talent Coordinator for the Gospel Music Channel, now called UpTV, before finding a home at JKC Artist Group. At JKC Artist Group, I am primarily involved in the management of Amy Grant productions and acquiring and developing JKC Artist Group’s newer acts. [Read more...]
As a lifelong musician, I have spent decades exploring the many facets of the music industry. After graduating from Belmont University in 2007 with a degree in Commercial Music, I pursued work on both the creative and business sides of music. I spent two years as a Music & Talent Coordinator for the Gospel Music Channel, now called UpTV, before finding a home at JKC Artist Group. At JKC Artist Group, I am primarily involved in the management of Amy Grant productions and acquiring and developing JKC Artist Group’s newer acts. [Read more...]
Amy Christian, Church Administrator
I was born and raised in Bristol, Tennessee. Prior to moving to Mt. Juliet, I served on countless boards, committees and task forces to benefit the Bristol community. I am a graduate of LEAD Bristol, Leadership Washington County and Dale Carnegie Training. [Read more...]
I was born and raised in Bristol, Tennessee. Prior to moving to Mt. Juliet, I served on countless boards, committees and task forces to benefit the Bristol community. I am a graduate of LEAD Bristol, Leadership Washington County and Dale Carnegie Training. [Read more...]
Session Members
Class of 2020
Beth Chiles, Worship
I was born a Presbyterian in Mississippi and moved to Nashville in 1970. I began work with the Tennessee General Assembly in1987 until I retired. My daughter, Caffey, was raised in DPC and lives in Nashville with her husband Michael and my precious grandchildren. [Read more...]
I was born a Presbyterian in Mississippi and moved to Nashville in 1970. I began work with the Tennessee General Assembly in1987 until I retired. My daughter, Caffey, was raised in DPC and lives in Nashville with her husband Michael and my precious grandchildren. [Read more...]
Karen Fox, Congregation Enrichment
I grew up in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, where my family were members of First United Presbyterian Church. I graduated from UT College of Veterinary Medicine in 1983; Timothy and I then lived in Atlanta for 8 years, where both our children Stephanie and Thomas were born, then moved to Nashville in 1991. [Read more...]
I grew up in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, where my family were members of First United Presbyterian Church. I graduated from UT College of Veterinary Medicine in 1983; Timothy and I then lived in Atlanta for 8 years, where both our children Stephanie and Thomas were born, then moved to Nashville in 1991. [Read more...]
Lee Fox, Christian Education
A Nashville native, I was raised in Donelson, and at DPC. I’ve always lived in Middle Tennessee, but moved back to Donelson several years ago, where I live with my husband, Stin, and our children. A graduate of MTSU, I work for the Christian music division of Universal Music Group. [Read more...]
A Nashville native, I was raised in Donelson, and at DPC. I’ve always lived in Middle Tennessee, but moved back to Donelson several years ago, where I live with my husband, Stin, and our children. A graduate of MTSU, I work for the Christian music division of Universal Music Group. [Read more...]
Donna Krueze, Outreach
I grew up in Michigan and received a B.A and M.A. from Michigan State University. I moved to Nashville in 1978 and have been member of DPC since 1988. During much of that time, I have enjoyed serving on the Outreach Committee. I thoroughly enjoyed my career in the field of mental health. [Read more...]
I grew up in Michigan and received a B.A and M.A. from Michigan State University. I moved to Nashville in 1978 and have been member of DPC since 1988. During much of that time, I have enjoyed serving on the Outreach Committee. I thoroughly enjoyed my career in the field of mental health. [Read more...]
Clay Wilson, Facilities / Worship
I was born and raised on a farm in Crossville, Tennessee. I have been a lifelong Presbyterian and joined DPC in 2006. I am a member of the choir and a substitute organist. I have served as a Stephen Minister, Pastoral Care minister and currently serve on the Worship Committee. [Read more...]
I was born and raised on a farm in Crossville, Tennessee. I have been a lifelong Presbyterian and joined DPC in 2006. I am a member of the choir and a substitute organist. I have served as a Stephen Minister, Pastoral Care minister and currently serve on the Worship Committee. [Read more...]
Class of 2021
Joe Nelms, Facilities
Kelli and I joined DPC in November 2015. We have two children and four grandchildren, who often join us at church. I have worked in our family business (Nelms Custom Upholstering) for thirty-seven years. [Read more...]
Kelli and I joined DPC in November 2015. We have two children and four grandchildren, who often join us at church. I have worked in our family business (Nelms Custom Upholstering) for thirty-seven years. [Read more...]
Tony Pritchett, Worship
I was born and raised in Athens, Georgia where I was a working musician/entertainer. My wife, Donna, and I moved to Nashville so I could try my hand in the fickle Nashville music “mill.” Since Donna found success in her field of graphic design, we stayed in Nashville. [Read more...]
I was born and raised in Athens, Georgia where I was a working musician/entertainer. My wife, Donna, and I moved to Nashville so I could try my hand in the fickle Nashville music “mill.” Since Donna found success in her field of graphic design, we stayed in Nashville. [Read more...]
Byron Wright, Facilities Management
I am a tooling and design Engineer at Teknia Automotive in Mt. Juliet, Tennessee, I hold a journeyman Tool & Die Maker certification and have over 30 years’ experience in the automotive manufacturing industry. I am married to Susan Wright and have two daughters, Macy and Sara. [Read more...]
I am a tooling and design Engineer at Teknia Automotive in Mt. Juliet, Tennessee, I hold a journeyman Tool & Die Maker certification and have over 30 years’ experience in the automotive manufacturing industry. I am married to Susan Wright and have two daughters, Macy and Sara. [Read more...]
Class of 2022
Kathleen Crumby, Congregation Enrichment
I grew up in Donelson. I joined the church in 2003. I married Dennis Crumby and we have a son, Keaton. I enjoy serving on the LOGOS team and on the Congregational Enrichment Committee. My hobbies are working in my flower beds, hiking and snorkeling. The most enjoyable thing is being a Mom. [Read more...]
I grew up in Donelson. I joined the church in 2003. I married Dennis Crumby and we have a son, Keaton. I enjoy serving on the LOGOS team and on the Congregational Enrichment Committee. My hobbies are working in my flower beds, hiking and snorkeling. The most enjoyable thing is being a Mom. [Read more...]
Carolyn Lantz, Worship
I have been a Presbyterian for my adult life and was an elder at a previous church. I have been a member of DPC since 2005. I was trained as a Stephen minister at DPC and have served on the Personnel and Worship committees. [Read more...]
I have been a Presbyterian for my adult life and was an elder at a previous church. I have been a member of DPC since 2005. I was trained as a Stephen minister at DPC and have served on the Personnel and Worship committees. [Read more...]
Karen Minor, Outreach
My home is a very small community in South Central Kentucky. It was and still is the most amazing place to have the honor to call home. Auburn, Kentucky is approximately 25 miles west of Bowling Green, Kentucky and is filled with the most kind and loving people who through the years helped me become the person I am today. They helped to teach me love, kindness and compassion for others. [Read more...]
My home is a very small community in South Central Kentucky. It was and still is the most amazing place to have the honor to call home. Auburn, Kentucky is approximately 25 miles west of Bowling Green, Kentucky and is filled with the most kind and loving people who through the years helped me become the person I am today. They helped to teach me love, kindness and compassion for others. [Read more...]