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Pastor & Staff

Pastor Mandy Newman

mandynewman@vaumc.org

Mandy became the Pastor at Tabernacle in July 2025.  She grew up in the Winchester Area and has always lived in Virginia!

Mandy received a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics from Shenandoah University and her Master of Divinity from Union Presbyterian Seminary. She is an Ordained Elder in the United Methodist Church and has served multiple churches.

She is married to Bland and together they have two children. Her first job was as a waitress; she enjoys gardening and reading, and loves all things chocolate. She takes great delight in connecting with people for coffee and conversation, and serving others brings her great joy!

Susan Pleasants

Director of Visitation, Gifts, and Graces
Spleasants@tabumc.org

Latonya Jackson

Office Administrator
secretary@tabumc.org

Wendy Green

Contemporary Worship Director
Praisedirector@tabumc.org

Donna Steckler

Director of Music
Musicdirector@tabumc.org