Director of Children's Ministries, Laurie Pratt

MY PROFILEFull Name:  Laurie Leigh Pratt

When & Where I was born: February 2, Tulsa, OK

Family Members: Mother, Julie Pratt; Father; Richard Pratt, deceased; Sisters, Debbie Pratt & Robyn Spencer;  Nephews; Alex & Zack Spencer and Austin Pratt.

Pet: Dog, Ty

Education: Bachelor's degree in Elemetary Education

                     Master's degree in Early Childhood Education 

How I Became A Christian:  I always say I started going to church 9 months before I was born.  I was raised in the church and knew God had His hand on my life from a very early age.  In 1980, I was gong to sixth grade camp at Camp Egan.  My grandfather had just had a massive heart attack and a counselor asked if I wanted to give my life to Christ, and I did.

How I First Got Involved With FUMC Bixby: My family began attending church here when I was four years old.

What is your FAVORITE:

Style of Music: Contempory Christian  

Worship Song: I Could Only Imagine

Singer: Michael W. Smith

Food:  Mexican

Candy: Chocolate

Beverage: Pepsi

Restaurant: Abuelo's

Color:  Purple

Cartoon Character:  Mickey Mouse

Vacation Place:  Branson

Verse in the Bible:  Proverbs 3:5-6 Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight.

How I Like To Spend My Free Time: With my nephews-going places such as zoo, etc...

The Personal Project I'm Working On: Always working on curriculum for King's Dominion.

First Job:  Nurse Aid at Bixby Manor

Prized Possession:  I have to admit-My ipod touch.  Also a few other special gifts because of the people they remind me of.

Best Childhood Memory: Riding my bicycle to my friend's house. 

Best Gift I've Ever Received:  Grandmother's mother ring and her Bible.

One Thing I Can't Stand: When things are done for show or superficially instead of having real depth.  

If I Could Do Any Job Other Than the One I Have:  I love my job and wouldn't do anything else.  But it would definitely have to do with kids. 

Spiritual Gifts-Teaching, Service, Leadership

Love Language-Quality Time