Leadership and Staff

Pastoral
Photo of Rev. Ron V. Bartlow
Senior Pastor

Biographical Info

I grew up in Arizona, graduating Mesa High School and Northern Arizona University – making me a LumberJackRabbit! – and am blessed to be called to ministry within our Desert Southwest Conference. St. Paul’s is my eighth appointment as a pastor within The United Methodist Church. I will celebrate the anniversary of 25 years of appointed ministry in September, 2023, and look forward to many more!

As a preacher and teacher I aim to “educate the mind, inspire the heart, and motivate the will.” As pastor and shepherd I aim to live out Christ’s commandment to “love one another as I have loved you.” As a spiritual leader, I desire to live out 1 Peter 3:8, cultivating a tender heart and a humble mind. In all things, I aim to grow in love for God and others.

My wife (Lynn) is also a pastor, serving at St. Mark’s United Methodist Church on the northwest side of Tucson. We have two teenaged children and three cats living at home.

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Programs
Photo of Jim Plumb
Director of Sports Ministries

Biographical Info

Jim Plumb leads the St. Paul’s Sports Ministry, which includes Upward Basketball and Cheerleading. These programs are specifically designed for kindergarten through sixth grade girls and boys, and promote the love of Jesus, and character building self-esteem in every child, through basketball and cheer.

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Music

Biographical Info

Brent has been honored to be part of St. Paul’s since he was brought here by the beloved Dr. Carrol McLaughlin in 2006. Because he plays the piano at all three services, he has the joy of seeing everyone who comes to the church. And, he is able to work with most of St. Paul’s fine musicians, both volunteer and staff. When he isn’t doing something musical, Brent is usually engaged with the fictional world of books and movies.

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Photo of Shirley Maddox
Director, Early Bird Choir

Biographical Info

Shirley Maddox is happy to serve as the Early Bird Choir director at the first service and to lead the St. Paul’s Welcome Team. She welcomes you to St. Paul’s United Methodist Church and thanks you for exploring our website. Her favorite Bible verses are “I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength” (Philippians 4:13) and “Go therefore and make disciples…” (Matthew 28:19). Outside of church, she enjoys square dancing and playing volleyball. Shirley looks forward to seeing you soon!

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Photo of Crystal Stark
Director, Grace Mulitplied

Biographical Info

Crystal is the director of Grace Multiplied, the contemporary praise band at St. Paul’s. Grace Multiplied provides worship music for the Contemporary Service as well as other special church events. Crystal enjoys making “a joyful noise unto the Lord” every Sunday morning, and has a passion for spirited worship. Please come and say hi if you’re interested in being a part of the team. We’re always welcoming new band members!

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Administrative
Photo of Megan Swanson
Administrative Assistant
Work Phone: 520-296-6149

Biographical Info

Megan welcomes new members to St. Paul’s, performs administrative duties in the church office, and manages the membership database.

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