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Our Pastor and Staff

Rev. Carolyn Stow

Kodylynn Perkins

Musical Director

Violet Schuttak

Administrative Assistant

Orrin Hulbert

Maintenance Technician

Denise Buchanan

Meal Planner/ Chef / Custodian

Linda Guile

Outreach Ministries Coordinator

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Reverend Carolyn Stow is known among colleagues and friends as a woman of faith who has a heart for children and serving those in need. Pastor Stow has been an Ordained Elder in the Upper New York Annual Conference since 2014 and has served as pastor to several communities of faith since 2007.

Pastor Carolyn is a second career pastor who sometimes describes her pastoral call as an extension of her career as a Social Worker. Reverend Stow holds both a Masters Degree in Divinity from Colgate Rochester Crozer Divinity School and a Masters Degree in Social Work from the University of Buffalo. A look at her resume’ shows extensive experience and training in the human service field. She has delivered human services at all levels of care; direct care, management and administrative, and has worked with several different populations including those contending with mental illness, those who live life with a developmental disability, those managing a learning disability, those whose intellectual abilities are impaired, and those fighting addiction. Pastor Carolyn has worked with children, adults, families, communities and organizations. Reverend Stow is also a Certified Natural Church Development Coach who has consulted with many congregations on becoming healthier by capitalizing on the strength of their gifts and graces. She tries to live by Jesus’ command found in John 13:34-35: “I give you a new commandment, that you love one another. Just as I have loved you, you also should love one another. By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another.”

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A native of Plymouth, Connecticut, Kodylynn Perkins, Soprano, is a performer, educator and administrator. Kodylynn completed her Masters of Music in Vocal Performance at Binghamton University, studying with Mary Burgess, Diane Richardson, Joel Harder and currently, Dr. Brenda Iglesias. Now based in Binghamton, she is performing with the Southern Tier Singers Collective, running a small vocal studio, and working at Binghamton University.

Recently, Kodylynn performed in the Met competition, earning district qualifier status. She has also performed with Binghamton Opera as Papagena and First Lady in The Magic Flute. Highlights of her other roles include, Susanna in Le Nozze di Figaro, Francine in Monkey and Francine in the City of Tigers, Atalanta in Xerxes, Serpetta in La Finta Giardiniera Little Red Riding Hood in Little Red Riding Hood, and Amalia in She Loves Me. Kodylynn has also worked as a soloist for Tri Cities Opera in Opera and Beer, and in a world premiere of We Race in Circles with Binghamton Orchestra.

Highlights of her awards and scholarships include: Laffont Competition District Qualifier, Graduate Student Faculty Award, Concerto Competition Awardee - Binghamton University, and various awards at NATS local competitions in Connecticut.

Passionate about her art, Kodylynn continues to perform and teach locally. Still active in her community in CT and NY, Kodylynn is creating a non profit organiziation to bring music lessons to students from lower income backgrounds.

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Hi, I’m Violet Schuttak, born and raised in Johnson City, I live here with my mom, sister, and adorable pet bunny, Strudel (if you ask to see a picture of him I’m more than willing to show you!). I also have a brother who lives and is stationed with the Army up in Alaska; having had the chance to visit him once up there I can say, Alaska is absolutely breathtaking! If you ever order pizza from Rossi’s in Johnson City you may have seen me there behind the counter for the last few years! I also serve as the Office Manager at Endicott Community Church of the Nazarene, over on Route 26 in Endicott, a church I have been a part of since elementary school. Feel free to stop in and say hi, and if you need anything I’ll do the best I can to help!

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I came to Sarah Jane in 1966 when I met and married my wife, Nancy.  When I retired, I was delighted to find a part-time job renovating, repairing and maintaining this beautiful facility.  I love the work here and the people I work with.

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A mother of 4 who married my high school sweetheart 31 years ago here at Sarah Jane. I love my job keeping this beautiful building looking so great so others can enjoy it.

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My name is Linda Guile. I was raised in the small town of West Colesville, NY. I graduated from Harpursville Central School. I received an Applied Associate’s degree in Criminal Justice from BCC. After working in loss prevention for several years, I returned to school for my Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, with a minor in Psychology, from Excelsior College. About eight years ago I changed course and began working with people who have disabilities, integrating them into the community.

I first attended Sarah Jane Johnson MUMC in December 2019 for the Christmas Eve service. I’m sure some of you remember - but that’s a story for another day. Since attending, I have worked the café and managed Sarah’s Closet. I became a member in April 2023, and now I am excited to embark on this new adventure.