The Rev Lorrie Slaymaker came to ministry at St Matthew's eight years ago. Her interest in St Matthew's stems from her own small church experience. "Smaller churches offer people the hands on experience of faith," says The Rev Lorrie, "we all know each other, kids adults, men and women, and we all bring our faith forwards each time we meet. We grow together in our discernment, and in our spirituality. This is real church, where faith and community come together." 

Lorrie was born in Connecticut, lived in Montana, and Texas, and now Arkansas. She is married to Dave, who occasionally plays guitar in worship. Dave and Lorrie have two adult daughters living in Little Rock. The Rev Lorrie enjoys playing her dulcimer, talking to her talking bird, bicycles, motorcycle, and a good theological discussion