Staff
University heights Staff
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Briggs Smith
Pastor
Greetings. I grew up in Decatur — not far from University Heights UMC. I received a Master of Divinity Duke Divinity School in 2018 and am an ordained Elder in The United Methodist Church. Prior to coming to University Heights, I served for three and one half years as the Associate Pastor of Carrollton First United Methodist Church in Carrollton.
I was recently married to Wesley Caple, who works in International Marketing at the UPS Headquarters, so we are happy to be back in Atlanta. Wesley and I enjoy working out, cooking, music and traveling.
Jeremiah 29:11 “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” I have carried this verse in my heart throughout my faith journey and believe that God has great plans for University Heights UMC.
I feel so blessed to be serve as your pastor at University Heights UMC and am honored to share this journey with you.
To God be the glory!
Briggs
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Linda Cooke
Director of Music & Worship
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Nicole Sinkler
Office Manager & PATH Director
I grew up in the Decatur Area. I attended Glenn Memorial Pre-School, Fernbank Elementary, and Druid Hills High School. I attended Oxford College in Oxford, GA for two years and then transferred to Georgia State University where I studied Early Childhood Education. I am married to Scott Sinkler and have three children, Conrad, Eric, and Kaitlin. We have lived in the neighborhood for since 2004 and love the community and friends we have made here.
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David Maxson
Custodian
David was born and raised in Jackson, Mississippi. He has worked for UHUMC for 6 years. He is married to Pam and they have two children, Honour and Richard (Brooks). He enjoys working on challenging projects.