Friday, April 06, 2007

Meet the Good Shepherd Staff: Jeff Derdich

Full Name:
Jeffrey Edward Derdich

What should we call you?
Jeff

Where did you grow up?
Most of school: Here; High School: Carmel, IN & Corona, CA; College in CA.

How long have you been at Good Shepherd (GSUMC)?
8 1/2 years

What's your title at GSUMC?
Director of Music Ministry

What exactly do you do at GSUMC?
Direct the band, plan music, sing & play with the band.

What is one of your favorite aspect of what you do here?
Music has always been my passion, & I get to touch people with music.

From whom do you take Spiritual inspiration?
Quite a few people and/or instances, but the one that sticks out in my head is my mother.

What 3 CD's are you listening to the most lately?
Bob Marley - Legend; Maroon 5 - Songs About Jane; & a original demo project I am currently working on. * Of course, the CD's Marsha burns for the GSUMC band. (Always thinking of different things to do with different songs...)

What books would your recommend to the people at GSUMC?
I don't get to read many books, but when the opportunity arises, I normally read musical books of some sort. I'd recommend the Bible, as I personally would like to be able to read it cover-to-cover.

If I was interested in doing what you do at GSUMC what advice would you give?
Be yourself, & have FUN!

What didn't I ask that you just can't help sharing?
Children, music, & hugs make the world go around! I think everyone should hug at least 5 people per day! It'll hopefully make the huggers' & huggees' days!

1 comment:

Anonymous said...

Jeff was ALWAYS makeing my day with his infectious joy. I am sooooo glad this awesome man turned his incredible tallent to God. Keep rocken fuzz and God bless.

Dave is the Lead Pastor at...
New McKendree United Methodist Church
225 S. High St., Jackson, MO 63755
Saturday Worship 5:00 pm, Sunday 9:00 am at High St. Campus 11:00 am at South Campus (1775 S. Hope St.)