Our Staff
Kathy Hartgraves Pastor
Kathy has served as pastor of Garden Street United Methodist Church since July of 2016. Kathy was ordained as Elder in the United Methodist Church in 2008. She has served churches in the Pacific Northwest Annual Conference as well as in Dakota’s Annual Conference. Kathy and her husband Greg are thrilled to be living back in the Pacific Northwest and are enjoying Bellingham.
She has studied at Central College in Pella, Iowa (B.A. in Sociology and Psychology 1983), and at Seattle University School of Theology and Ministry (Master of Divinity 2008).
Prior to serving in ordained ministry Kathy served on the staff of large churches as Coordinator of Congregational Care. Her heart for people and helping people find their God given purpose in life is key to her ministry.
Kathy is continually inspired by Garden Street United Methodist’s commitment to serve outside the walls of the church in feeding, clothing, and loving those others might find it hard to serve and love. To do justice, to love kindness, and to walk humbly with our God is lived out in big ways at Garden Street UMC. With Social Justice and Spiritual Formation being two of Kathy’s passions, Garden Street UMC is a good fit and provides challenge and inspiration for her spiritual journey.
Kathy and her husband Greg have two grown children, three beautiful grandchildren, and a loving companion in their chocolate lab Rubie. Kathy loves being outdoors hiking and sailing in the beautiful waters of the San Juan Islands. Cooking, reading, spending time with the grandkids and being with dear friends are just a few of the things that feed Kathy’s soul.
Holly Taylor
Office Administrator
Holly has served as Office Administrator and Communications Coordinator of Garden Street United Methodist Church since May 2024.
Prior to joining us, Holly owned two businesses and has a BA in Business Marketing with minors in International Business and Economics from WWU.
When she isn’t in the office, Holly is spending time with her family or curled up with a book.
Greg Hartgraves
Director of College Ministry
Greg is the Director of College Ministries at Garden Street UMC. He has been a lifelong member of the United Methodist Church.
After a career in chemical R&D, he is now excited to engage with college students exploring their spirituality. Providing an open and safe space where students can inquire and discuss issues is important to Greg. He also serves in ministry with the Interfaith Coalition and Family Promise.
Greg enjoys spending time outdoors sailing, hiking, biking and being with family and friends.
Dallas Giel
Music Director
Dallas is a musician, teacher, and lover of games. He graduated WWU with a degree in music education and plays flute, clarinet, and ukulele. He loves to listen to classical and rock from the 60's and 70's.
When he is not working with his music students, Dallas is usually found out and about Bellingham, playing card games with friends, or back at home spending time with his partner, dogs, and cat.
Accompanist
Michael Hannon
Michael has been the piano accompanist for Garden Street UMC since July of 2024. He received his Bachelors of Music in Piano Performance in 2020, and studied with Dr. Jovanovic at WWU. Michael's favorite classical composers are Chopin, Debussy and Beethoven.
Treasurer
Eric Bowan
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