Rev. Dr. Lori Reiber
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Pastor

Pastor Lori, entered professional ministry in 2004. She has a Bachelor of Science from Indiana University (1992) in Secondary Education, a Master of Divinity from United Theological Seminary (2008) and a Doctor of Ministry from UTS (2012).

Lori believes that compassion and empathy are the foundations of faith that make the Good News of Jesus Christ a reality for all people. She was ordained as a Deacon in 2012 and served in specialized ministry with children, youth and families at Friendship UMC in Cincinnati, Stillwater UMC in Dayton, Concord UMC in Englewood, and South Park UMC in Dayton, as well as serving as an Adjunct Professor at United Theological Seminary, teaching Christian Education Classes, leading Ministry Formation Groups and Mentoring Doctor of Ministry Students.  In 2017 Lori, began the transition to becoming an elder, and was Ordained as an elder in 2019. She has served as the sole pastor at Oakwood UMC in Dayton and as the Senior Pastor at Shawnee UMC in Lima. She is excited to be serving at Broad Street UMC, an historic church in the heart of Columbus, with a legacy of outreach ministries and love for all of God’s children.

Pastor Lori is married to Rev. Tom Miller, who is the pastor at Kirkersville UMC.

Lori and Tom are a blended family with three adult children. Lori’s children are Madeline and Michael and Tom’s son is Sam.

Lori has a passion for teaching and leading worship and enjoys being creative and encouraging people to experience their faith, not just be observers. She loves to meet with people and get to know them, as well as coach others in their calling and gifts for ministry.

In her free time, Lori loves to spend time with her family, being crafty, playing with her dogs (Finny and Josie) and cultivating her newfound love of plants!

You can reach her at: pastorlori@broadstreetumc.net 

Gary Everts
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Director of Music

Gary Everts has been Chancel Choir Director since 1999. The Chancel Choir rehearses on Thursday evenings, 7:30-9:00, from September through May, and sings during worship most Sundays during the year and special music and special musical events. Membership in the Chancel Choir is open to all. Gary holds degrees from Westminster College (PA) and Trinity Lutheran Seminary.

Olivia Miller
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Handbell Director

Olivia Miller has been a member of Broad Street UMC since 2012. During this time, she has participated in the Chancel Choir and Ringers on Broad. Olivia has a B.A. in Music from Otterbein University with a focus on Education and Voice Performance. She also has nearly 30 years of Handbell playing and directing experience. Olivia believes that handbells are for everyone and anyone, no matter their experience level. Anyone who wants to play is always welcome to join!

Karen White
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Broad Street Seminary Intern

Karen hails from Columbus, Ohio and has been a  Buckeye all her life.  She is a mother of two wonderful young adults. Karen graduated from Miami University with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology. She returned to The Ohio State Universiry to obtain a Master's in Education.  Before heeding to the call of  GOD, Karen found fulfilling work as the Director of Ministry Development at the Mount Olivet Baptist Church under the mentorship of the Rev. Dr. Charles E. Booth.  In August 2020, Karen enrolled in Seminary at Dayton Theological Seminary and matriculated with a Master's in Ministry.  Not wanting to leave before she completed all that the Holy Spirit had impressed in her, Karen started working on her Doctorate Degree in Pastoral Care and Counseling in August, 2023.  Karen enjoys reading about the Black Experience, and loves meeting and talking to people.  Karen's core beliefs are:  Love Justice; Seek Mercy; Glorify God.

Saundra Buck
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Church Administrator

Saundra joined the Broad Street staff as the Church Administrative Assistant in June of 2024. Saundra tends to the daily tasks in the office as well as publishing the weekly Order of Worship and various communications. Saundra is in the office Monday- Thursday, 10:00am to 4:00pm, Saundra can be reach by email at saundra@broadstreetumc.net or by calling the office at 614-221-4571 .