MADISON PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH STAFF
Reverend Dr. Tommy Green
Interim Pastor
Contact Tommy:
706.342.2813
Hi, I’m Tommy Green! I’m a retired United Methodist minister who has spent my ministry serving churches and helping congregations grow in faith and community. Since retiring, I’ve continued my ministry by serving several churches as an interim pastor, providing pastoral care, encouragement, and leadership during times of transition.
I’m grateful for the opportunity to serve Madison Presbyterian Church and to share in the life of this congregation during this season. My wife, Patty, and I enjoy this chapter of life together, and we’re thankful for the opportunity to continue serving others through ministry.
When I’m not at church, you’ll most likely find me on the golf course. I enjoy being outdoors, relaxing with friends, and enjoying the simple pleasures of this season of life.
Jake Carlson
Communications Technologist
I’m Ansley Cochran, and I have the honor and blessing to serve as the Preschool Director at MPCP. I have degrees in Special Education from UGA and Georgia College & State University, as well as a specialist degree in Curriculum and Instruction from Piedmont University. Before joining MPCP, I spent nine years teaching at Morgan County Primary School.
My husband, Bo, and I are proud to be raising our two precious children in the same sweet community that raised us. When I’m not at the preschool, I love cheering on the Dawgs, exercising, and spending time outside with my family.
I love children and feel so blessed to spend my mornings watching them laugh, learn, and grow! MPCP is such a special place, and we’d love for you to come play with us and grow in God’s love!
Shaner Johnson
Director of Children’s Ministries
I am mom to Tiller, age 6, who is a graduate of MPC preschool and is headed into 1st grade at MoCo Primary school. I have taught at MPC preschool for 5 years, and am a member of Covenant Park Church in Madison. I worked alongside husband, Britt, in student ministry for 14 years where she led small groups, was a leader for VBS, and attended numerous church camps and retreats. When I’m not in the classroom, I love to antique.
My favorite Bible verse is
"But blessed is the one who trusts in the LORD,
whose confidence is in him.
They will be like a tree planted by the water that sends out its roots by the stream.
It does not fear when heat comes; its leaves are always green.
It has no worries in a year of drought and never fails to bear fruit."
--Jeremiah 17:7-8
Karisa Seymour
Director of Music
Contact Karisa:
kseymourmpc@gmail.com
Hi, I’m Karisa Seymour! I’ve been teaching band and choir since 1991 and am currently the Band Director at Morgan County Middle School. I’m passionate about helping students grow through music, and I’m proud that our ensembles consistently earn top honors, including Superior ratings and performances at events like the Governor’s Mansion Holiday Celebration and the Macon Cherry Blossom Festival.
I earned my bachelor’s degree from the University of Georgia (Go Dawgs!) and my master’s from VanderCook College of Music in Chicago. I’m also a longtime member of Sigma Alpha Iota and several professional music organizations.
Outside of school, I love hiking, reading, swimming, and spending time with my family. My husband, Robert, is also a band director, and we have three amazing kids—Zachary, Nicholas, and Kathryn.
Meghan Shafer
Accompanist and Children’s Choir Director
Hi! I’m Meghan Shafer—a pianist, teacher, and lifelong music lover. I’m passionate about sharing God’s love through music, whether I’m teaching students or playing for a congregation.
I’ve been studying piano for over 20 years and teaching for more than a decade. Along the way, I earned my B.M. from Converse College in South Carolina and my M.M.E. from the University of Oklahoma. I’m currently working on my Ph.D. in music education at the University of Missouri (almost there!). In addition to my academic work and role at church, I run a private piano studio, where I love helping students grow in both skill and confidence.
My husband Daniel and I live in Athens, Georgia with our two very spoiled cats—Big Kitty and Little Kitty. When I’m not at the piano, you’ll probably find me out on a hiking trail, trying a new baking recipe, or working on a crochet project.