Staff

Rev. Diane Baldwin, Pastor - pastordiane@beulahpres.org
Diane joined Beulah’s staff as Pastor/Head of Staff in the summer of 2017. A native Texan, Diane entered the ministry in 2007 after a few decades of practicing law in Dallas. Her first call was to Maxwell Street Presbyterian Church in Lexington, KY (Transylvania Presbytery). She served as the Associate Pastor for Adult Education and Mission, as well as the Executive Director of the church’s community outreach center. Serving the “least of these” was at the heart of her ministry at Maxwell Street. In 2011 Diane accepted a call as head of staff to Woodhaven Presbyterian Church in Irving, TX (Grace Presbytery). With the ministerial skills that Maxwell Street helped her develop, and with the assistance of a disciple-centered congregation, Woodhaven moved out from its campus into the community; bringing mission outreach, grief support, spiritual development, and Christ-centered actions. God has called her to Beulah so that together, and with the presence of the Holy Spirit, they can engage in the life and ministry of the church that God is calling Beulah to do and be.

Beth Herrinton-Hodge, Al & Barbara Green Parish Associate for Christian Education - beth.ce@beulahpres.org
A life-long Presbyterian, Rev. Beth Herrinton-Hodge lives in Shelbyville with her husband and two teenagers, Katie and Sam. Her husband, Jay, is the pastor of First Presbyterian Church in Shelbyville. Beth has been active in Presbyterian churches from California to Maine (and parts in-between) as a pastor, associate pastor, DCE, and youth director. Rev. Beth works part-time as the director of the Academic Support Center at Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary. Prior to joining Beulah, Beth served as a curriculum editor at the Presbyterian Center in Louisville. She has a passion for youth ministry and for connecting children and youth with the life of the larger church.

Beth's part-time position at Beulah is made possible by Al and Barbara Greene's generous legacy gift
to the church.

       Holly G. Knott, Director of Music Ministries - music.beulahpres@gmail.com
       A Louisville native, Holly has a BA in Music Education from Transylvania University and an M.Ed
       in Curriculum and Instruction from University of Louisville. She has served several churches, the
       most recent being Highland Presbyterian. She also taught public school music for 33 years and
        teaches piano and voice lessons. Her interests outside of church include spoiling her two fur
        babies, Bricks and Charlotte, and loving her granddaughter, Ali. She has another grandbaby
        coming in May. She is so excited to be at Beulah and hopes to grow the music ministry for
        both adults and children and youth.

Jeanette Westerfield, Church Organist/Pianist - music.beulahpres@gmail.com
Jeanette has served as Beulah’s organist/pianist since August, 2012. A music major at Kentucky Wesleyan College, she graduated with a BS degree in Music Education from Otterbein College in Westerville, Ohio. She completed a Masters of Arts degree in Elementary Education from Western Kentucky University and is a Rank 1 Reading Specialist in Elementary Education. Jeanette has served many churches as director of music, organist, and pianist.

Christy Maier, Preschool Director - preschool.beulahpres@gmail.com
Christy joined the staff of Beulah Preschool in September 1992 when her oldest son attended the preschool. She wanted to be involved in his school experience and the opportunity to join the staff as the music teacher made this possible. Christy became the Assistant Director in 2004, Co-Director in 2013, and Director in 2016. She continues to plan, teach and lead the musical programs and weekly music classes at Beulah Preschool. Christy’s education background includes Ozark Christian College and the University of Missouri where she majored in Early Childhood Education. She is a member of Fern Creek Christian Church where she is active in the music ministry and attends Bible study. Her other interests include reading and travel with her husband Gary.

Carol Daugherty, Administrative Secretary - carol@beulalhpres.org
Carol has been a member of our staff since October, 1987, serving first as Secretary and then as Administrative Secretary. She completed the Medical Secretarial Program at Sullivan Business College in 1967. Prior to serving at Beulah, Carol worked for General Electric Company as an executive secretary. She has two children and four grandchildren and loves spending time with them.

Michael Purintun, Bookkeeper - bookkeeper.beulahpres@gmail.com
Michael graduated from Warren Wilson College, outside Asheville, NC, with a degree in Theatre, and then from Louisville Presbyterian Seminary with a Master of Divinity degree. He worked for the Presbyterian Center for 21 years, and since then has held a variety of positions. Currently Michael is self-employed (full-time). Most of his work is comprised of bookkeeping, but it does include web work, editing, administration, sales, and singing. Michael is also licensed as a limited representative in securities, so he is very busy. Michael sings at Church of the Advent, with Voices of Kentuckiana, and with the Gilbert and Sullivan Society. When not working, he can usually be found either performing or preparing for that. Michael is also an elder at Central Presbyterian Church.

Sydney Herman, Childcare Provider
Sydney joined the staff at Beulah in June of 2018 after serving as a volunteer childcare provider. She is a Senior at Eastern High School where she takes advanced and AP courses. Sydney will graduate in May of 2019. She is the daughter of Beulah members Tom and Tracy Herman and granddaughter of long-time members Don and Lucy Herman. Sydney has worked as a babysitter for several years. She participates on Eastern’s archery team and varsity soccer team. In her spare time, Sydney enjoys drawing and doing craft projects.

Marquise Medal, Church Custodian
A native of Canada, Marquise joined the staff of Beulah in May, 2011, serving first as a temporary custodian, then a permanent position in August, 2013. During her time of service, she has also served as the Ramsey Building Attendant. Prior to coming to Beulah, Marquise served as Building Control Clerk for United Parcel Service. She is especially proud of her daughter and two grandsons. Marquise enjoys gardening, cooking and volunteering, especially helping those learning English as a second language. She became a naturalized citizen in January, 2018.

Bobby and Chrissy Patton, Ramsey Custodians