Pastoral & Church Staff
Rev. Dr. Laura Barnes, Senior Pastor
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Pastor Laura joined Federated Church in June of 2021, bringing joy, a strong passion for justice and over 20 years in parish ministry. She served several churches in the San Francisco Bay Area as well as in her home state of Texas. She worked with youth and young adults for decades, and has extensive experience in serving those who have experienced homelessness, especially young families.
Before attending seminary, Laura was a commercial banker for Chase Manhattan and a full-time mother. She is a trained interim pastor with experience in assisting congregations during times of transition and transformation. She has served on the Board of Trustees at the Graduate Theological Union (GTU), associated with the University of California - Berkeley. She has professional development experience and has engaged in several capital campaigns.
Laura received a Doctor of Ministry degree from the University of Creation Spirituality (now Wisdom University) in Oakland, California, and her Masters of Divinity from the Pacific School of Religion at the GTU in Berkeley. Her undergraduate studies were completed at the University of Texas in Austin.
Her board experience locally includes the El Dorado County Opportunity Knocks Continuum of Care (EDOK CoC) and the Caldor Fire Long Term Recovery Group (LTRG). Laura serves as a trustee for the North Central California Presbytery and on the Disaster Recovery Ministry Team for the CA-NV Conference of the United Methodist Church. As the previous moderator for the Northern California Nevada Conference of the UCC, Laura has extensive experience in leading and participating in effective community focused gatherings.
Pastor Laura has two children who live in Northern California and is so happy to be close to their families. She also has three grand dogs – Kodiak, Marshmallow and Scout.
Before attending seminary, Laura was a commercial banker for Chase Manhattan and a full-time mother. She is a trained interim pastor with experience in assisting congregations during times of transition and transformation. She has served on the Board of Trustees at the Graduate Theological Union (GTU), associated with the University of California - Berkeley. She has professional development experience and has engaged in several capital campaigns.
Laura received a Doctor of Ministry degree from the University of Creation Spirituality (now Wisdom University) in Oakland, California, and her Masters of Divinity from the Pacific School of Religion at the GTU in Berkeley. Her undergraduate studies were completed at the University of Texas in Austin.
Her board experience locally includes the El Dorado County Opportunity Knocks Continuum of Care (EDOK CoC) and the Caldor Fire Long Term Recovery Group (LTRG). Laura serves as a trustee for the North Central California Presbytery and on the Disaster Recovery Ministry Team for the CA-NV Conference of the United Methodist Church. As the previous moderator for the Northern California Nevada Conference of the UCC, Laura has extensive experience in leading and participating in effective community focused gatherings.
Pastor Laura has two children who live in Northern California and is so happy to be close to their families. She also has three grand dogs – Kodiak, Marshmallow and Scout.
Rev. Carrie Lane, Parish Associate
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The Rev. Carrie Lane grew up in Federated Church and credits her faith development
to those active days of being a part of the youth group and Sunday worship.
After attending UC Davis, she received her Masters of Divinity at San Francisco Theological Seminary and was ordained in 1991 to serve as an Associate Pastor in
the Bay Area. She then went on to serve as a hospice chaplain and bereavement counselor for almost 15 years. In 2019 she moved back ‘home’ to Placerville and joined the Federated Church staff.
You’ll find her working with the Deacons, the Health Ministry Team, the Home Visitation team, calling our shuts in’s, doing home/hospital visitations (post COVID), preaching and helping in worship. Having a passion for senior care and all things ‘wellness’, Carrie also has a Masters in Public Health and works for WelbeHealth’s Program for All Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE). Throughout her life, Carrie has always felt that her calling and passion has been to ‘create community.’
Carrie and her husband, Mark Teply, have an empty nest but their ‘millennials’ pop in and out frequently for a free meal and use of the washing machine. Carrie loves to plant flowers, go on kayak adventures with Mark, and pretend that she knows how to play the piano.
to those active days of being a part of the youth group and Sunday worship.
After attending UC Davis, she received her Masters of Divinity at San Francisco Theological Seminary and was ordained in 1991 to serve as an Associate Pastor in
the Bay Area. She then went on to serve as a hospice chaplain and bereavement counselor for almost 15 years. In 2019 she moved back ‘home’ to Placerville and joined the Federated Church staff.
You’ll find her working with the Deacons, the Health Ministry Team, the Home Visitation team, calling our shuts in’s, doing home/hospital visitations (post COVID), preaching and helping in worship. Having a passion for senior care and all things ‘wellness’, Carrie also has a Masters in Public Health and works for WelbeHealth’s Program for All Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE). Throughout her life, Carrie has always felt that her calling and passion has been to ‘create community.’
Carrie and her husband, Mark Teply, have an empty nest but their ‘millennials’ pop in and out frequently for a free meal and use of the washing machine. Carrie loves to plant flowers, go on kayak adventures with Mark, and pretend that she knows how to play the piano.
Church Staff
Our committed staff are always available to welcome, help, and answer questions.
Rebecca Monroe - Director of Music Ministry
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Rebecca Monroe is a music director, music educator, and vocal musician in El Dorado County. She joined Federated Church’s staff in March of 2021. As Director of Music Ministry she plans and prepares music for worship. She firmly believes in integrating music selections with each week’s liturgy and scripture to create a unified worship experience. She directs the vocal choir, handbell choir, and praise band. She leads weekly meetings with Music Explorers Club, Federated’s children’s music group. She also coordinates the “Make a Joyful Noise!” concert series here at Federated.
She received her Bachelor of Music from the University of California: Santa Barbara. She studied under world-renowned vocal professor, Patricia McCaffrey, while attending the Conservatory of Music at The City University of New York: Brooklyn College. She studied choral conducting with Professor Michel Marc Gervais, former Master of Music at Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris, France.
She has performed in a wide variety of operas, musicals, and choral ensembles. Among them her favorite performance was as Fiordiligi, the lead of Mozart’s opera Così Fan Tutte. Another favorite musical experience was performing with the UCSB Chamber Choir during their 2009 tour of Italy. Singing as a member of the choir and as a soloist in ancient churches and cathedrals was a phenomenal experience! Rebecca loves sharing her joy for music and encourages everyone she meets to “breathe deep and sing joyously!”
Director of Children and Youth
Federated Church is pleased to welcome Cindi Runyon as our new Director of Children and Youth. Cindi has joined our Federated Church staff officially on June 1st. She comes to us with years of Christian education and overseas mission experience. Please email Cindi at [email protected].
PRACTICING THE LOVE, COMPASSION AND
RADICAL HOSPITALITY OF JESUS CHRIST
RADICAL HOSPITALITY OF JESUS CHRIST
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1031 Thompson Way Placerville, CA 95667 Contact [email protected]g 530-622-0273 Senior Pastor Rev. Dr. Laura Barnes [email protected] |
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