• Bob Bostick, coordinator of older adult ministries
  Bostick retired from Holston in June 2003 and is now returning to the conference staff in Knoxville. “With older adults as the fastest-growing segment of our population, we need Bob to work part-time as a dedicated resource to help local churches,” said Anne Travis, director of connectional ministries.
  
  
• Heather & Chuck Jones, Camp Dickenson co-directors
  The husband-and-wife team assumed leadership of Camp Dickenson, in Fries, Va., on Feb. 1. “We're excited about what they both bring to the ministry,” said Randy Pasqua, camp & retreat ministry executive director. “Chuck brings a pastor's heart, and Heather brings a degree in early childhood education.” Look for an article about the Rev. John Ousley, former Camp Dickenson director, in a future issue.
  
  
• Millie Meese, print media specialist
  Meese joined the communications staff full-time in Knoxville on Feb. 1. She prepares the Journal, brochures, “Clergy Connection,” and other publications. “With the heavy volume of print communications, it's imperative that we have someone with her expertise and skill,” said the Rev. Gordon Ridenour, executive assistant to the bishop. Meese is a Cokesbury UMC member in Knoxville District.
  
  
• Kristi Willocks, accounts receivable administrative assistant A recent Carson-Newman graduate with a B.S. in business administration, Willocks has been employed fulltime in the Knoxville office since Feb. 16. “She exhibited a great eagerness to put the skills she learned in school to good use,” said Controller Rick Cherry. Willocks is a member of Williamson's Chapel UMC, Maryville District.

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