Pastor and Staff
Rev. Tricia Wilkinson
Pastor Trish is graduate of
Perkins School of Theology and comes to us from Broadmoor UMC in Shreveport. FUMC Ponchatoula is excited to welcome Pastor Tricia as she begins her ministry with us.
Samantha D. Williams, Administrative Assistant
Samantha has served here since 2019. She is a retired Professional School Counselor and teacher.
Samantha is happily married to her husband Richard and loves playing with her grandkids, traveling, and shopping. She is an avid reader and novice gardener and enjoys being with people.
Miranda McGraw, Financial Secretary
Miranda has served in ministry for fifteen years in various capacities. She has a degree in Organizational Communication and Leadership Development from Louisiana State University and has 13 years experience working in accounting and financial advising. She currently works in accounting and bookkeeping.
Miranda has happily married for 11 years to her husband, Andy, and they have a three year old daughter, Lila. She is passionate about her relationship with Jesus, her family, and serving others.
Ame Lee, Nursery Worker
Ame has been a dedicated nursery worker of First United Methodist Church Ponchatoula for 20 years. Her hobbies include shopping, enjoying the outdoors, and spending time with her dog.
Dakota Jenkins, Choir Director
Dakota Jenkins has served as Director of Music at First United Methodist Church of Ponchatoula since October 2024. He began studying piano at the age of five and later joined his school band in sixth grade, where he played the saxophone.
Dakota earned his Bachelor’s degree in Piano Performance in 2016 and his Master’s degree in Choral Conducting in 2019, both from Southeastern Louisiana University. In addition to his work in music, Dakota enjoys composing, baking, and gardening.
Pianist Coming Soon!
