Our Staff

  • Rev. Dr. James H. "Jim" Reiter

    [Interim] Pastor

    After 35 years of active service in the East Texas area, Jim took early retirement from parish ministry so that he and his wife, Kathy, could pursue their interest in and passion for spiritual formation on a full-time basis.  “Zoe-Life Explorations” (www.zoe-life.net) was founded in the Spring of 2018 — with the mission of facilitating experiences in and conversations about the “more” God has in store in the lives of individuals and faith communities.

    A certified Transitional-Intentional Interim Ministry specialist for the Texas Annual Conference of the United Methodist, Pastor Jim comes to us through the end of June 2025 — to support us in ministry as we make our way to welcoming a new full-time Pastor on the other side of Episcopal appointments in May.

    email:pastorjim@springcc.org

  • Christine Phares, Ed.D.

    Director of Music

    Christine has served in church music ministry since the age of 14 and has a Bachelors in Music Education, a Master in Music in Vocal Performance and Opera and a Doctorate in Education.

    Christine's past roles in music ministry include Music Director, Children's Music Director, Praise Band, Worship Director, Cantor, and Accompanist. Trained as a classical musician, Christine has performed in operas and symphonies across the United States.

  • Don Risinger

    Lay Minister

    Don worked as an engineer and manager in aerospace and oilfield companies for 30 years. He previously served as the Associate Pastor at Cypress Trails United Methodist Church for three years, as well as the Music Ministries Director for 34 years. Don and his wife, Elsie, have been married for fifty years. They have four daughters, a son who is deceased, and six grandchildren.

  • Ravyn Wallace

    After School Care Lead Teacher

    Church Office Administrator

    Ravyn has studied and worked in childcare for the past seven years. After graduating with a Child Development Associates certification, Ravyn moved to Houston from the small town of Coolidge, Texas. Her objective has been to to pursue education in childcare, herself and God.

    Ravyn came to Spring Community Church in January 2023 to work in our Aftercare program. Soon after she became our Church Office Administrator. She hopes to continue to grow in finding herself while doing and sharing what she loves with those around her.

  • Hanna Lim Murphy

    Pianist

    Hanna is our 9:00 am worship service pianist. She was born in Seoul, Korea and moved to the states when she was 15. She finished her degree in Piano Performance at University of Houston after having two beautiful children, Silver and Jex. She is a piano teacher to private students and an accompanist to many musicians. Growing up in a Christian family, she served as a church pianist many years. She is very excited to share her love of music with her new church family.