Executive Assistant

Dawn Eiben is a Part-Time Executive Assistant at the Presbytery of Detroit.  Dawn is a returning employee to the Presbytery.  She missed the Presbytery’s energy and working with all of the wonderful pastors and members.  She is happy to be back and excited to assist our pastors and congregations.  Dawn is an Elder and longtime…

The Rev. Dr. Melissa Lynn Allison (she/her) is a pastor, teacher, conflict mediator, and peace and justice practitioner. Melissa grew up in Midland, Michigan, earned her undergraduate degree from Alma College (Go Scots!), and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies. She went on to Louisville Theological Seminary where she received her Master…

Hunger Action Coordinator

Hello Everyone, My name is Unah Mutio Matu-Ngare and Jesus Christ is my Lord and Savior. I worship at Calvary Presbyterian Church and St Matthew’s and St. Joseph’s Episcopal Church (SMSJ) both in Detroit. I am a member of the Thika Work Group. This group builds and fosters Christian relationships with the Presbytery of Thika…

Office Administrator / Executive Assistant

Tanya Rowland Kudla is the Office Manager and Executive Assistant at the Detroit Presbytery. Tanya brings over 20 years of administrative experience in office management and administrative work. Her role includes assistance in the implementation of presbytery policies and procedures, managing office operations, and facilitating various communications, such as the weekly updates. Tanya grew up…

Associate Executive Presbyter

Charon Barconey was elected Associate Executive Presbyter for the Presbytery of Detroit (November 2018) with a focus on mission, congregational development and transformation initiatives. Charon previously served the Presbytery of Detroit for ten years as the Youth Mission Coordinator, and as a Commissioned Ruling Elder, served as pastor to Hope Presbyterian Church in Detroit. During…