Worshop & Music
Jody Hepp
As Director of Traditional Music, Jody directs the Chancel Choir for our 9am Traditional Service and provides contemporary music for our 11am service. She earned bachelors and masters degrees in Music Education from The Ohio State University. She recently transitioned out of public school teaching; she’s now the Endocrinology Fellowship Coordinator at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. “I am passionate about making music that adds to worship. I want our music to touch hearts and bring the singer and the listener closer…
Jeff Rone
We’re thrilled to welcome Jeff Rone (he/him) to the position of Director of Contemporary Music! He’ll collaborate on music with Jody Hepp, Director of Traditional Music, for our 10:30am Family worship service, and he’ll lead the Warehouse 839 band. Jeff writes, “I am passionate about worship music that is genuine, God-centered, and participatory. I love encouraging our congregation to sing and participate in worship. I believe worship is not something we simply attend as a spectator. I believe worship is…
Tony Hagood
Tony Hagood is our Accompanist, playing for the 9am Traditional and 10:30am Family worship services in the Sanctuary and accompanying the Chancel Choir at rehearsals. Tony is an internationally accomplished pianist and composer from Westerville, Ohio. He received his bachelor of music performance degree from Capital University in 2010. He has played for audiences in China, Japan, South Korea, France, Italy, Spain, Turkey, and many countries in the Caribbean. Here in the states, he plays for a large range of…
David Crone
David serves in the role of Tech Director for HUMC, leading the ministry for the technical operations of HUMC for worship and other special services. This includes lighting, sound, video, set design, and coordinating necessary staff and maintenance of AVL equipment, while seeking to improve, sustain, and celebrate the ministry based on the needs of the church community. His work is about facilitating the worship experience and removing impediments to experiencing God’s word. One thing he especially appreciates about HUMC…