Staff

Pastor

Rev. Thomas A. Barlow, Jr

Now serving his third church in the Rocky Mountain Conference, Tom began his ministry with Good Shepherd on July 1, 2004.  A "second-career" pastor, he holds an undergraduate degree in Management from Colorado Christian University, and Master of Divinity degree from Asbury Theological Seminary.  In his previous career, he worked in the high-tech field as an analyst and manager for a large multinational corporation.  He is shown here with his wife Kirsten, who is currently serving as Associate Pastor of Sunrise United Methodist Church, also in Colorado Springs.

Pastor Emeritus

Rev. William Cooper

Shown here with his wife Gwen, Bill has served churches in Walden, Broomfield, Littleton, Pueblo, and Denver before becoming a District Superintendent in 1981.  In 1987, Bill became pastor of Good Shepherd, serving until his retirement in 1991.  Bill and Gwen both remain very active in the ministries of Good Shepherd and the United Methodist Church.

Director of Music Ministries

Jon P. Nicholson

Shown here with his wife Cheryl, Jon brings over 35 years of experience to his ministry at Good Shepherd.  Having earned Bachelor and Master of Music degrees from Arizona State University (with additional studies at the Sydney Conservatory of Music in Sydney, Australia), Jon's musical talents have impressive breadth and depth.  At Good Shepherd, Jon oversees all aspects of our music ministries, including Chancel Choir, Bell Choir, RealLife worship, children's music, and more. 

Organist

Cheryl Nicholson

Cheryl serves as the organist for our Sunday morning Traditional service, and also is deeply involved in the music and overall creativity for our Saturday evening RealLife service. 

Administrative Assistant

Loraine Scoman

Shown here with her family, Loraine was born and raised in southern California.  She earned her Associates Degree in Office Administration.  Loraine moved to Colorado in 1990, where she worked for the County Attorneys Office, before becoming a stay-at-home mom.  Loraine started working at Good Shepherd United Methodist Church in March, 2006. 

Nursery Attendants

Marjorie Van Tuil

With Good Shepherd since 1976, Marj began working with our preschoolers shortly after she arrived.  Somewhere around 1986, Marj began working in our nursery.  Marj is also a Certified Nursing Assistant, working at a local care center.  She lives in Security with her retired military husband, Dutch, and she is particularly proud of her twelve (count 'em, twelve) grandchildren!

Amidon Schar

Having grown up at Good Shepherd (she's been here since she was eight), Amidon started working in the nursery in 1997.  In 2006, she completed a Bachelor of Arts degree in History from Colorado State University (Pueblo).  She currently lives in Colorado Springs with her husband, Jason, and their dog and cat and new baby!