MEET THE STAFF
Rev. Will Waller
Pastor
Email: will@rm-umc.org
Rev. Will Waller serves as the pastor of Rocky Mount United Methodist Church. He was sent to RMUMC in July 2016 after serving Beulah UMC in Chesterfield, Virginia for four years. With a degree in American History and Politics from Washington and Lee University, God led him to Washingon, D.C., where he graduated from Wesley Theological Seminary in Spring 2012.
Will has two great passions in ministry – equipping people for the mission God has given them, and working alongside the poor. He believes Jesus is serious in his promise to release people from oppression and give them freedom.
He and his wife, Emily, have one son, Ezekiel. In their spare time, they enjoy adventuring on the trails around Rocky Mount, kayaking down the rivers in Franklin County, and playing with their two ferocious felines, Pasha and Velcro.
Lynn Meeks
Director of Music Ministries
Email: music@rm-umc.org
Lynn has served at Rocky Mount United Methodist Church since 1989 and as a consecrated Diaconal Minister since 1996. Along with directing our five musical ensembles and teaching music in our Little Lambs Preschool, Lynn helps in planning worship, directs seasonal musicals for adults and children, and is adult advisor for the Moving Word, our liturgical dance team. Beyond the local church, she is a Diaconal Minister. For several years, Lynn served on the District Council on Ministries and has been a certification mentor for the Virginia Conference. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in music from Radford University and received a teaching certificate in music education. She earned a certification in Church Music from the United Methodist Church and completed a course of study from Wesley Theological Seminary for Diaconal Ministry.
Lynn has two beautiful daughters Emily and Katie and lives in Rocky Mount with her husband, Mike. She and Mike are cat parents to two adventurous “fur babies” Boo and Marge.
Valerie Latimer
Administrative Assistant
Email: admin@rm-umc.org
Valerie Latimer is the Administrative Assistant at Rocky Mount United Methodist Church. Her job in the office includes greeting visitors, answering the phone, typing bulletins and newsletters, maintaining the church calendar, financial secretary, and writing checks for the church.
Valerie and her husband, Bill have three daughters, one grandson and two granddaughters. They are members of Halesford Baptist Church.
Jeanne Banks
Accompanist
Email: jeannebanks8@gmail.com
Jeanne has been at Rocky Mount United Methodist since 2001. Prior to that she was an accompanist for Boones Mill United Methodist. Currently, she also accompanies for Open Door Community Church.
Jeanne graduated from Ferrum College with an Associate of Fine Arts Degree and James Madison University with a Bachelor of Music Education Degree. She taught music in Franklin County for 15 years and then decided to teach piano at home. She currently has 27 students who keep her very busy!
Jeanne has accompanied the choirs at Ferrum College and the Franklin County Community Choir. Currently though, she only accompanies the four choirs at Franklin County High School.
Jeanne and her husband Marshall have three children: Miranda, Joshua, and Mariah. When she is not playing the piano, she enjoys reading, cross-stitching, traveling with her husband and family, and taking care of her family and home.
Jennie Ardis
Nursery Attendant
Jennie began serving as the nursery attendant in March 2017. She brings with her a wealth of knowledge as a former homeschool mom. She is wife of John, mother of three adult children, Avery, Abbie, and Will, and grandmother of Molly.
Kelsey Dillon
Little Lambs Preschool Director and Lead Teacher of the 4-year-old class
Email: littlelambs@rm-umc.org
Kelsey Dillon is the Director and 4-year-old Teacher at Little Lambs Christian Preschool. She has one daughter who is five-years-old and a Little Lambs alumna. After volunteering at Little Lambs as a substitute, she found her true passion to work with children. She has a passion for early childhood education, especially enriching young minds through play and mindful experiences. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, reading, and enjoying life with her family. Her favorite scripture is Matthew 5:16: “Be a light for all to see.”
Casey Reffett
Little Lambs Lead Teacher of the 3-year-old class
Casey Reffett is the 3-year-old Teacher for Little Lambs Christian Preschool. She and her husband have been blessed with two little girls. She is passionate about education and her relationship with Jesus Christ. She is excited for this new endeavor at Little Lambs Christian Preschool.