Michelle R. Strawser 
Office Manager
Favorite Bible Verse: II Corinthians 12:9
Each time he said, “My grace is all you need. My power works best in weakness.” So now I am glad to boast about my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ can work through me.
Michelle Strawser joined the First Church staff as office manager in December 2005. In this position, Michelle listens and responds to the diverse administrative needs of our pastors, staff members, committees, ministry groups, and church families. By God’s Grace, Michelle manages the administrative workload by coordinating support from one part-time employee and more than 50 office ministry partners. Additional responsibilities include maintaining the integrity of all membership data; coordinating the scheduling of events in the church facilities; overseeing and planning for computer operations, upgrades, training, maintenance and service; coordinating training and maintenance of all office equipment; ensuring accurate record-keeping and reporting of donations; answering inquiries, relaying policies or practices and communicating information vital to the day-to-day operation of the church.
Michelle came to this position with more than 20 years of experience in office administration. She formerly served in administrative positions with the Mechanicsburg Chamber of Commerce, and the Naval Sea Logistics Center in Mechanicsburg. She also briefly served as Interim Director of Youth Ministries for First Church.
Michelle holds a degree in Criminal Justice from Shippensburg University, and a Master’s Certificate in Project Management from George Washington University.
Michelle has been a member of First Church since 1988.
Michelle is married to David Strawser. They are parents of a daughter.
Michelle’s Vision for the Office Ministry: All for HIS Glory!
