Reverend Richard Clough (Dick) came to us in 1996 after pastorates in upstate New York and Massachusetts. Under his leadership, the church has expanded its mission outreach and educational programs, and the congregation has become a more inclusive community of faith. His worship, leadership and creativity bring us a meaningful and thought-provoking experience each Sunday. Dick is a graduate of Drew University and the Boston University School of Theology. His wife, Andrea Clough, is a retired librarian of the Indianapolis-Marion County Public Library and is active in the life of the church. Dick and Andrea have two grown daughters and two grandsons. We consider ourselves blessed to have such a capable and authentic leader in our midst.

Kerby Avedovech
Associate Pastor
kerby@fcindy.org
(317) 257-5397

Reverend Kerby Avedovech was born in Montana, grew up in Oregon, spent most of her adult life in Utah and recently lived in, Washington while attending seminary.  She graduated from the University of Puget Sound with a BS in Psychology, earned a MBA from Portland State University and a MDiv from Seattle University’s School of Theology and Ministry.  Kerby loves the “God stuff” and has been involved in most aspects of church life including church administration, children/youth ministry, Christian education, retreat leadership and worship.  She is a fiber artist, with a special interest in creating liturgical stoles, paraments, banners and worship spaces.   She has two grown children who live in Utah and shares her house with a dachshund named Hanna.

David, a native of Ashland, KY, holds a BA in Chemistry from the University of KY and is employed full time by GE as a Program Manager for Learning & Development within North America. A musician since the age of eight, he is now pursing a graduate degree, MA in Church Music, from Christian Theological Seminary. With an extensive background in various civic, music, and theater groups, this experience provides many resources when incorporating performing and visual arts into New Creation worship.

Carolyn is a church member active in education ministries, including sexuality education for children and youth. A native of Michigan, Carolyn graduated with a BA in Social Science from Michigan State University and worked in human resources before working for First Congregational. Carolyn and her spouse, Jim, have 3 children.