Kristi Prucha

As the daughter of a United Methodist pastor, Kristi has been immersed in church life from a young age. She began playing for Barnhill UMC at the age of 11 and has since dedicated herself to serving United Methodist congregations as a choir director and organist. Returning to the area as an adult, Kristi and her family found a spiritual home at New Philadelphia First UMC, where she was delighted to join the staff as organist when the position became available.

Kristi holds a Bachelor of Music Education from Mount Union and a Master of Music from Youngstown State’s Dana School of Music. Her love of music extends beyond the church, as she also serves as choral director at New Philadelphia High School, guiding six choirs with enthusiasm and care. Kristi resides in New Philadelphia. She is the proud mother of Maggie and Abby, and is passionate about sharing the joy of music with her community.