Church Staff

 Our Pastor

 

The Rev. Theresa Booth and Family.

Rev. Theresa Booth began her appointment with Oxford United Methodist Church on July 1, 2025.  

          Pastor Theresa was born in San Antonio, calling South Texas her home most of her life.  She followed a strong calling to Christ from an early age.  Pastor Theresa graduated with a  bachelor’s degree, then graduated from Perkins School of Theology at SMU in 2011. She has been in ministry with local churches for over 30 years.  Her path lead her to gain wisdom In many areas serving as children’s director, nursery director, youth director, Chaplin for a transplant team and for the Border Patrol.  Pastor Theresa found a strength in building new ministries related to congregational care that serve the homebound and needy families in the community. 

          Pastor Theresa loves the outdoors. She has visited 17  National Parks in 8 states, and many State parks across the South. Pastor Theresa adopted her foster daughter in 2021.

 

“I believe all God’s children offer unique gifts and abilities that help the Church grow as disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world.”

~ Rev. Theresa Booth

 

 

OXFORD STAFF

 

Diane Brewer

Director of Communications and Programs

Diane is responsible for keeping the Church family informed and up to date on events through various means such as The Weekender and the Sunday Bulletins. She oversees the many ministry events/programs done throughout the year. This is a very busy position of the church.

 

Judy Thompson

Office Manager

 Judy oversees day-to-day operations of the Church Office. She keeps the official church calendar of events, and books private events wishing to use our facilities (birthday parties, weddings, etc.). Judy helps manage social media, the outdoor digital sign, and the church website.

 

Jessica Dygert

MDO Director/ Sunday Childcare Director

Jessica is the Director of a robust Mother's Day Out program. Following the Northside ISD school calendar, MDO is in session every Tuesday and Thursday from 9 am - 2:30 pm.  Jessica also oversees Sunday's Nursery and Narthex Fellowship. 

 

Gabriel Castaneda

Bookkeeper 

Gabe is involved in Accounts payable, receivables, and payroll. He assists our Finance committee however needed.

 

Marc Gonzales

Music Director 

Marc, an accomplished musician, leads both the Traditional and the Contemporary services.  Although he plays many instruments, during the services, he plays piano and sings.  Marc directs the Contemporary band members and singers in vibrant praise, as well as the Traditional Ensemble and soloists with beautiful and familiar hymns.

 

Carolann Divers

Custodian

Our campus buildings are used all throughout the week, not just on Sundays! Carolann must carefully watch the calendar of events to be sure each event has a room that is clean and tidy, that there are enough tables and chairs to accommodate the group, and that the room is at a comfortable temperature. Once those events are over, the custodian must repeat the tasks. This is a VERY busy position!