Our Team
Our church staff is made up of some of the most dedicated and friendly people you will ever meet! They are always willing to go above and beyond to ensure our church community has everything they need. Whether it's organizing a special event or simply providing a listening ear, they are always there for us. We are truly blessed to have such an amazing group of people looking out for us!
Rev. Effie strives to live into the teachings of Christ, adhering to the Wesleyan motto of Do Good. Do No Harm. Stay in Love with God. We welcome her, her wife Tara, and their son Xander with open arms!
Rev. Effie is ordained as an Elder in Full Connection in the New England Conference of the UMC.
Rev. Effie is also in leadership in several organizations:
- Hearts for Social Justice
- RI Council of Churches
- New England Annual Conference
Commission on Religion and Race
Kristen has been the Administrative Assistant for Wesley UMC since September 2014. Since then, she has become part of the music ministry and worship planning teams. Kristen maintains the workflow of the church office, organizing and scheduling, communications, weekly bulletins, monthly newsletters, and more. Kristen loves singing, animals, dancing, art, and yoga.