Staci Patyrak

Staci was born on a cold day in January in Dallas, TX.  She grew up cheering on the Wildcats of Lake Highlands and graduated in 2000.  Throughout her adolescence, she stayed very active in choir and church activities.  After graduation, she headed west for Abilene to attend McMurry University (Go Indians...have since had to lose the mascot due to political correctness).  In 2004, she left there with a BA in Political Science and minor in Religion.  She had just the tools she needed to start her career in Children's Ministry at HPUMC.  She is now the Nursery & Younger Children Coordinator.  Staci loves getting to to be part of both the Children's Ministry and Cornerstone teams!  She was married to Danny Patyrak in April of 2008 and is now enjoying the life of an "old married couple."  Her interests include music (you can occasionally catch her singing in Cox Chapel), lots of tv (thanks to DVR), cheering on the Longhorns (thanks to her husband), supporting the Cowboys, Rangers & Mavericks (even on the bad days), and following politics (please exercise your right to vote).
 
Who were some of your influences/inspirations? Parents & Teachers...Thanks Mom, Dad, Michael O'Hern & Martha Travis!

My all time favorite movie is...If I have to pick one, it is Armageddon.

My favorite food is...Italian.

My favorite sports are...Softball & volleyball.

What's on your Ipod? All country, all the time!

What's one of the most important lessons you've learned in life? Well, I used to want the last word all the time, but what I've told my mom is that in college I learned to "argue with purpose."

My favorite quote is... "The first rule of holes:  If you're in one, stop digging." Anonymous

My favorite scripture is... "I know the plans I have for you," announces the Lord.  "I want you to enjoy success.  I do not plan to harm you.  I will give you hope for the years to come."  Jeremiah 29:11

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