Ministry Team

Rev. Arthur Stewart - Minister

Rev. Arthur Stewart has served congregations in Missouri and Texas, and has a previous life in theater, comedy and jazz. He was ordained into ministry with the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) on April 1, 2011; he holds a Master’s in Divinity from Brite Divinity School. Arthur is an alumnus of the Bethany Ecumenical Fellows, and has served on the boards of advocacy, education and immigration-centered organizations. He binds books, writes, and cooks for fun. Arthur is happily married to Brian Irwin; they are planting roots, settling down and growing their family here in Wichita.

Nick Sisson - Youth Minister

Nick brings energy, creativity, humor and water slides to his job as youth minister.  Nick serves each summer with the region's summer camp program.  A graduate of Wichita State University, Nick's day job is teaching math in the Newton school district and coaches the Newtion High School tennis team with great success! 

Amanda Jolly - Director of Music

Amanda directs the adult choir and leads the praise team.  Amanda teaches band for grades 5 - 12 in Valley Center during the week.  She attended Kansas State University where she served as drum major of the marching band while earning degrees in instrumental and vocal music. Amanda is also active in the region's camping program.

Walter Colvin - Pianist

Walter is a gifted musician and artist who combines a faith component and talent to enhance the morning worship.  His broad knowledge of music and careful attention to the Spirit every Sunday is evident in his solos and accompaniment of the praise team and choir. 

Rebecca Bunton - Organist

As an ordained minister of the Christian Church and an organist for many years, Rebecca also brings a rich history of music and theological insight to her playing each week.