From Left to Right: Reverend Dr. Charles "Chuck" Cary, Reverend Dr. James J. Kirk, Richard T. Crofts, Martha Crofts
Program Staff
Interim Pastor Still To Be Determined Pastor/ Head of Staff info@moorings-presby.org 239-213-5223 or ext. 223
Reverend Dr. James Kirk Associate Pastor of Member Care jkirk@moorings-presby.org 239-213-5226 or ext. 226
Jim Kirk originally came to Moorings as the Associate Minister for Christian Education in August of 1988. Since early 2001 he has assumed the position of Associate Minister for Member Care. Prior to Naples Jim was the Associate Minister with Youth at the First Presbyterian Church of Sparta, NJ.
Jim graduated from Moravian College in Bethlehem, PA and Union Theological Seminary in Richmond, VA. He is involved with the
Member Care ministries of the church. These include the ministries of the deacons, hospital visitors, shut-in visitors, Moorings friends, new member recruitment, member assimilation and the ongoing care for current church members.
Jim is married with one son and a step-son. Jim enjoys the Florida sun & surf, biking, running, tennis and above all else Scuba Diving
Martha Crofts Coordinator of Family Ministries / Music Associate mcrofts@moorings-presby.org 239-213-5244 or ext. 244
Martha Crofts has worked in music ministry with children and youth first as a volunteer, now Music Associate, since coming to Moorings in 1982 with her husband, Richard, who is Minister of Music. She directs the Cherub and Choralier Choirs for children and the Youth Choir. In addition, she is a Certified Kindermusik® Instructor and teaches a number of Kindermusik® classes for infants and young children.
In 1996 her duties were expanded when she became the church's first Coordinator of Family Ministries. In this capacity, she plans events and programs offering fellowship, service, spiritual growth, and recreation aimed at family needs and concerns. She also serves as the staff liaison to the Moorings Presbyterian Preschool.
Martha is a Southerner by birth (and speech). She holds a Bachelor of Music Education degree from Greensboro College and has done graduate studies at Boston State College and Winthrop University. She is an active member of the American Guild of English Handbell Ringers, Choristers Guild, and is a certified Associate in Church Music with the Presbyterian Association of Musicians (PAM). She and husband, Richard, co-chaired PAM's 2006 Westminster Conference on Worship and Music held annually at Westminster College.
Richard Crofts became Minister of Music (organist/director) at Moorings in 1982. A Florida native, his college studies were completed at Greensboro College and Boston University School of Theology where he earned the Master of Sacred Music degree. He is an Associate of the American Guild of Organists and is a Certified Church Musician within the Presbyterian Association of Musicians (PAM).
Dick conducts the Chancel Choir including an annual Masterwork Chorus with orchestra. He also directs four handbell ensembles, two of which have made solo presentations in area, national, and international events in such places as New Mexico, Canada, Japan, England, South Korea, and Australia. He assists the music associate (and wife, Martha Crofts) with children and youth choristers. Dick organized and directs the annual concerts known as The Hyacinth Series with a history of more than twenty-five seasons.
Active in several professional organizations, Dick, along with Martha, co-chaired PAM's 2006 Westminster Conference on Worship and Music. He is a former Area chairman of the American Guild of English Handbell Ringers, and served on the Worship and Theology Committee of the Peace River Presbytery. Locally, he has been active in community music festivals for children, adults, and handbells.
Reverend Dr. Frank T. Mohr, Jr. Visitation Pastor
239-261-1487
Mrs. Rathbun holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Speech Pathology/Audiology and Special Education from Ashland University and a Master of Arts degree in Elementary Administration from the University of Akron. Mrs. Rathbun has resided in Naples for 20 years and has been the director of the preschool for eight years. She is married and the mother of three sons.
Jana is the Stewardship/Membership Manager. Jana is originally from Illinois and is a graduate of Illinois State University where she studied Business Administration. She most recently worked for Fifth-Third Bank and has experience in various trust companies and accounting firms prior to her move to Naples, FL in 2001. She began her employment at Moorings in November 2006. Her interests
include golfing, tennis, biking, and boating. She is an avid St. Louis Cardinal and Duke Blue Devil fan.
Cindy is the Manager of Publications. She is originally from Follansbee, WV, where the rest of her family remains. Cindy originally came to Florida in 1985 and worked in the office of a water softening company in West Palm Beach. In 1988 she moved to the west coast of Florida, and began working at Moorings Presbyterian Church as a part-time employee. When not working hard on the
many church publications, Cindy's interests include boating, Nascar, and spending time with friends.
Michelle is our Administrative Assistant. She grew up in the Chicago suburbs and studied English at the University of Iowa. Michelle joins Moorings after taking time off from her professional life to raise her 2 children. She started her career in advertising as a Copywriter, and later worked in direct response advertising as a Senior Account Executive responsible for managing and executing all aspects of
large-scale direct mail programs. In her free time, Michelle loves reading and spending time with her family and friends.
Yasmin is Director of Operations and Accounting. She was born in Trinidad and has lived in Naples since 1988. She has Bachelor of Science degrees in Accounting and Management, and has extensive experience in both fields. She was Director of Human Resources at LJH Global Investments in Naples, as well as a Senior Accountant in the Finance Department of Naples Community Hospital. In addition, she served the Collier County Government as an Accountant,
primarily responsible for revenue and audit activities. Yasmin loves reading, cooking, and movies.
Steve is our Maintainence Technician. Originally from Lavallette, NJ, Steve moved to Naples in 1976. Prior to his employment with Moorings, Steve worked for Florida Power and Light for 27 years as a Utility Design Engineer and Road Relocation Project Manager. His interests include boating, fishing, and diving. He and his wife also share a common interest in the care and collection of orchids, and they love to travel and spend time with their family.
