In addition to playing the piano, guitar, and drums, he is a vocalist. He is a published author, has turned congregations around in growth, worked with justice issues, and helped build strong relationships that have transformed lives and made disciples of Jesus Christ. He is a graduate of Conemaugh Valley HS, class of 1983. He is married to Juree with two beautiful daughters: Ria and Roa. Chamberlain was previously. He holds degrees in Biblical languages as well as pastoral-theological studies and, as a pastor-teacher, seeks to unite intellectual insight and Christian faith so that both believers and doubters, illumined by the Holy Spirit, are enabled to grasp with heart and mind the life-changing truth of the good-news of Jesus. The Rev. John also successfully founded and operated two small businesses. Since moving to PA he has lived his entire life within the rolling hills of the Western Pennsylvania Conference in DuBois and was raised in the UMC. Scott and his wife, Amanda, have six children and love camping and going to the beach. She also obtained a Certificate in Youth and Young Adult Ministry from the Boston Theological Institute. She is a graduate of United Theological Seminary with a Master of Divinity and concentration in leadership and revitalization. In her downtime, she loves hiking, running, cooking, and spending time with her partner and family. Jacob was born in West Virginia and moved to Pennsylvania early in his childhood. David Lake was born in Franklin, Pa. and graduated from Franklin Jr. Sr. High School, where he felt his call to ministry during his senior year. It is comprised of the Sykesville: Grace, Pleasant Valley and Falls Creek United Methodist churches. In her free time, she writes, reads and spends time with her family and friends. They enjoy time with family and friends. He has a passion for learning spiritual growths and the disciplines for congregational life. Dr. Lloyd and Marguerite Terrell. He has served in local church ministry for 21 years in a variety of roles. He has served at GNJs Praise Band, Walk to Emmaus CELE Spiritual Leader (Hispanic/Latin Community), GNJCUIR Board, Delaware Bay District DCOM member, Trinity First Hope Center VP, Communications Team President in Puerto Rico, and others. In 2020, she was commissioned as a Provisional Elder. For nineteen years, he has walked alongside his wife Sherri in ministry and in life. Or you may email any updates/corrections to LynHarding@vaumc.org Change Address Here She wasnt raised in the church. Cameron and his wife, Kelsie celebrate their 10th wedding anniversary this year and have two children, Samuel and Matheson along with their dog, Tucker. Retired Elder Bruce, agraduate of Asbury College and Asbury Theological Seminary, was ordained in 1976 as a deacon and an elder in 1979. McKnight UMC is located in the southern part of Ross Township high on a hilltop just east of McKnight Road in the McKnight Village neighborhood. She anticipates graduating in May 2022. In his spare time, he enjoys being crafty, sewing, knitting, painting, and reading. In 2015 was received as a Full Elder of Greater New Jersey. He graduated with a BSME in Mechanical Engineering from Grove City College. Over the last two years she has been sharing Sunday morning messages with her home church. Zachary Taylor has served as pastor of New Hope Penns Grove since 2018. Local Pastor Licensing School; Mentoring; Safe Gatherings; . After receiving her call to ministry Christine started off preparing herself for her second career. In theory, a pastor could be appointed to a different location each year. in 2003. McKnight houses the Amazing Scholars Academy Preschool, caringly teaching three- and four-year oldswho will be much more prepared for kindergarten than most students when they graduate. Aside from his pastoral calling, you may find Charlie staying active swimming, running, or going to the gym. Serving in the heart of Cranberry Township, the congregations vision is to form a community where everyone is known by name, loved for who they are, and empowered to follow Jesus Christ. Bruce Stollings was born in New Brighton, PA but as a preachers kid grew up in several towns in Western Pennsylvania. at the Evangelical Seminary of Puerto Rico with prior preparation in design and fine arts. He returned to the United States in 2018, soon after Hurricane Maria devastated the island, bringing with him the Spanish language and culture of his parents, especially the Methodist and Evangelical traditions of his hometown. A devoted wife to her husband, Brian and mother to her children, Jessica, Courtney, and Nicholas, Sharon finds joy in creation, music, and movement. Appointment changes announced since the adjournment of the 2022 Arkansas Annual Conference (bold indicates new listings): Appointments take effect July 1, 2023, unless otherwise noted. He has the heart to support and help church members reach their own spiritual goals to enhance their faith. God has graciously worked in Joes life to redeem, call, and equip him for ministry in GNJ. Sue Jung Shin was born in Queens, NY, raised in Seoul, Korea, and lived in NJ for 18 years. The churches work well together as they bring the love of God and the Gospel of Jesus Christ to their communities. He graduated from Drew Theological School, where he earned an M.Div. 800-849-4433 (Toll-Free) 919-773-2308 (Fax) NC Conference of. He believes that God has called him to make devoted influencers and send them to the mission field. HyunHui Kim was born, raised, and educated in South Korea. Byungil (B-Young-il ) who was ordained as an elder at the GNJ in 2011, has served at Alloway & Canton UMC in Salem County, and Morganville UMC in Monmouth County. Melissa D. Shortridge, Superintendent 1298 Washington St. East, (PO BOX 764), Lewisburg, WV 24901 . Bishop Debra Wallace-Padgett and the Cabinet. March 13, 2017 Pastor . He planted a Korean church within a traditional English-speaking church where he conducted multicultural and multi-ethnic ministries centered around the Bible. Donna Hoffman (Local Pastor) to Retirement from McConnell/Pearl City (Rockford District). John E. Flower, Jr., while fostering a deep love for God and his own heart for ministry (even though he spent many years resisting Gods call). He enjoys sports and spending time with his daughters. He served as Associate Pastor of the UM Community Churches Charge for four years. He has been serving at Arcola Covenant Community, the church that he loves. After seminary, Alan served as campus ministry staff with InterVarsity Christian Fellowship and has served UM churches in Sharptown, Collingswood, Elmer, and Sicklerville. She is passionate about the living word of God in scripture and believes we can make it relevant to our present lives. from Union Theological Seminary in New York. in English from Rutgers University. He serves on the Board of Directors and Buildings Chair and has been a Youth Camp Director for the last 15 years for the West Jersey Grove Association at Malaga Camp. Onay served as a pastor in the Methodist Church in Cuba for 12 years and was ordained as an Elder there in 2009. He works towards fostering a benevolent community where all are welcome and belong. Sean is happily married to Jean Younglim Park, and a grateful father of two sons: Jimin and Joseph. from Drew Theological School. Kate holds an MDiv/MA in Christian Education from Princeton Theological Seminary, as well as a BA in Religion from Houghton College. (Appointment date is July 1, 2022 unless otherwise noted) Newly released appointments in red Pastor To From Ahart, Nikena Logan-Woodbine, First (ALD) Logan Bales, Diane Douds, Christ-Lebanon-Selma and Keosauqua-Center Chapel-Stockport (GV) Douds, Christ-Lebanon-Selma and Keosauqua-Center Chapel-Birmingham-Stockport (GV) Bane, Anita Retirement (RP) Rob was born and raised in Franklin, PA. Located in the Pittsburgh suburb of Allison Park, the congregation's strength is its passion to reach out to others through missions. Most recently, he completed a certificate program at Cornell University in Diversity & Inclusion. She is aNative of Fort Smith, Arkansas who was raised in New York City and graduated from the State University of New York at Stony Brook with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English Literature. Jim is a retired elder of the Eastern PA Conference. Kendra was an ordained elder in full connection at the 2021 annual conference. Wil is married to Ashley Wilson, a US-2 alum and Candler graduate. Wayne moved to the United States in 1977 from Jamaica. Since 2020, Tiffany has served as the Pastor of New Egypt UMC and Cookstown UMC in Central New Jersey. Jim Kimmel was born and raised just outside of Indiana, PA, and spent the first 26 years of his life at Trinity UMC of Indiana, PA, where he was involved in the Sunday school, a certified lay speaker, and a Disciple Bible Study leader. Prior to that, he served as an associate English ministry pastor at KUMC of South Jersey, for young adults and college students. Previous to hearing her call to ministry, she worked for fifteen years as a molecular biologist. Pictorial Directory Clergy: You may make changes online to your address and phone numbers by visiting https://unity.vaumc.org/ and use your EVC Username and Password to access. Richard Owens was born and raised in Coraopolis, PA and surrendered his life to Jesus in 1991. Sharons call is a direct reflection of her spiritual journey that authenticates her witness to the promise of a new life in Christ. More. She serves on GNJ agencies, is a circuit elder, candidacy mentor, and is in the final stages of a DMin at Drew. Monte is passionate about working with the youth in the community and finds joy in seeing the smiles on their faces as they encounter the Jesus that loves them. In her spare time, she is a quilter and a reader of mysteries. Ivelisse has 2 sons, an additional son and daughter, and a 3-year-old grandchild. Linda J. Stephan From: Northern Waters District Traverse City Central UMC (Associate Pastor) To: Western Waters District Traverse City Central UMC (Lead Pastor). Jimin is in college. 919-779-6115. She raised two beautiful children, Joshua and Noelle. Wil has served as pastor of the First UMC of Freehold, NJ since 2018. He is an alumnus of Princeton Theological Seminary, where he obtained a Master of Divinity degree. Brad Chamberlain as Pastor of Magnolia United Methodist Church in Seattle, Washington beginning July 1, 2020. Several capital improvements have been made over the last few years, including air conditioning in the sanctuary and a large kitchen renovation. After more than 30 years in public education, recently retiring as a school principal, he answered the call to ministry. She is passionate about worship and teaching. Eric spent his childhood and youth in three western Pennsylvania towns (Washington, Grove City, and Indiana) and graduated from Indiana Area Senior High School in 1984. Korean United Methodist Church of Greater Washington: Younghoon Kim (3) OE . It grew out of the former Coulter United Methodist Church, whose pastor became the first pastor of the new congregation. She is a graduate of Drew Theological School and received her M.Div in the spring of 2021. Iraida earned an M. Div. She previously has worked as a youth minister in the Warwick United Methodist Church and in the Hillsdale United Methodist Church. She is ordained in the Wesleyan Church and received a Ph.D. in Practical Theology from Princeton Seminary, focusing on spiritual formation. Marco has accumulated a wealth of experience in pastoral care of Methodist congregations, preaching, church music, community development projects, and education. She is passionate about social justice and loves to read and to travel around the world with her family to better appreciate and understand her neighbors. He comes with wonderful gifts of teaching, preaching, and leading both in the local church and throughout the annual conference. She enjoys bringing people together in fellowship, journeying with people in their faith walk and helpingpeople grow into what God has called them. The United Methodist Church (UMC) is a worldwide mainline Protestant . Andi Semler has served as the Director of Youth and Young Adults at Bridgewater UMC for the last three years, and Assistant Pastor at First UMC Westfield for the past year. In the past, she has served at Wesley UMC in South Plainfield as an assistant pastor. Her DMin was focused on Social Justice and Social engagement in the local church which she feels are so important in these changing times. He enjoys singing, listening to music and sports, especially table tennis and soccer. They believe in "Outrageous Love and a Radical Hospitality.". Rick Owen will have new duties in their Cabinet-level appointments for the United Methodist North Alabama Conference. Prior to his appointment at Williamstown, he servedSt. Johns United Methodist Church in Turnersville for 10 years as the Youth Director and Associate Pastor. Tony is reimagining worship with a focus on multiplying small groups, virtual ministries, and community outreach. From these disciplines meant to enrich the heart and mind of the Christian disciple, God empowers those disciples to reach out in reflecting Jesus light of hope and love to the individuals and the community that surrounds them. Josh enjoys spending time with his wife Kate, and four children, Christina, Suze, Bridget & Micah. Turner appointed to Davidson UMC Announced: 10-30-2022 About Monte Turner Monte currently serves as the Senior Pastor of Marianna UMC. After high school, he worked as a home health aide until 1989 and then drove tractor-trailers until 2016. Wil enjoys time with family and Philly sports, especially the Philadelphia Eagles. Tiffany S. Murphy moved from the Midwest in 1995 to the East Coast to pursue her bachelors in music in Boston, and MDiv, DMin from Palmer Seminary. The congregations have worked together in various configurations for many years. Previously, he served as the pastor at Cokesbury United Methodist Church and Fairmount United Methodist Church. Bishop Sue Haupert-Johnson announces projected full-time appointment changes as of April 18, 2021. He has been serving at Hackensack UMC where he was nurtured to grow as a pastor since 2017. Blair and wife Joan have partnered in ministry for over twenty-five years with experience in Sunday school, VBS, drama ministry, and youth leadership. He is passionate about evangelism and church growth. His has a passion for seeking justice in local communities and navigating through the tough questions of the Christian faith. She started Lay Speaking in 1993, completed Licensing School in 1998 and was appointed that same year to the Dawson Charge. 0.81 km, 0.51 mi. Ronell loves watching Korean dramas, drawing, painting, travel, and eating chicken wings. He and his wife have three lovely daughters. He then enrolled in Drew University Theological School where he earned a M.Div. In The United Methodist Church, clergy agree to serve where their bishop appoints them. She leads by example, whilst empowering others to grow and develop the skills necessary to be strong leaders. From the Bishop; Cabinet; 2023 Appointment Workbook; . Projected Appointments 2021. They have a strong belief the church is more than worship in the sanctuary, and they take that belief out into the community. Sanggeun is passionate about how to grow spiritually in the works of the Holy Spirit and to live out Jesus-Centered life daily. He and his wife, Christy have a four-year-old son, Ben, and a dog named Scooby-Doo. and M.A. Since then, Penns Woods church has joined with Christ to continue their mission ofKnowing Christ and making Him known.. Schuyler is also an On-Site Project Manager for SGS & CO, and works at Sabra Dipping Company in White Plains, NewYork. Joseph is a senior in high school. 217 South Rankin Road, Alcoa, TN, 37701 P.O. While serving in youth ministry in Coraopolis, Richard experienced a clear sense of calling to vocational ministry. Sung Chun has a passion for worship, small group, community outreach, and mission. Moon received an M.Div degree from Drew Theological Seminary and Th.M from Yonsei University. in History and Education from Eastern University and holds an M. Div from Candler School of Theology. Anson believes that the Gospel is transformative; it can change individuals, communities, and the world for the better. Wil received his B.A. In his spare time, he enjoys reading, fishing, taking long walks, traveling, and visiting historical sites. from Methodist Theological University in Seoul, M.Div. Michelle is committed to supporting transformational leadership opportunities for people of any culture or gender. He has been blessed with wonderful congregations that helped him grow as a pastor and a person. The goal each year is to match the gifts and graces of each pastor with the ministry needs of a particular congregation and community in a particular season. Together, Nebo and Fairview are joyfully serving the Lord in hopes of changing lives with the Good News of Jesus Christ. Ninabeth is married to Ken and they have three adult children, a cat, and two Golden Retrievers. He relaxes by fishing and going on nature walks and is also an avid runner. She was raised in New York City. After receiving a BA from John Wesley College in Greensboro, NC, he completed work on an M.Div from Asbury Theological Seminary. Later she went back to school and earned a BA in Human Development and has worked as a social worker for over 15 years. The congregations have worked together in various configurations for many years; they have decided to formalize the kindred spirit that already exists among them. He has led youth ministry in two United Methodist churches and was leader for campus ministry at NJIT, Rutgers-Newark, and Essex County College. She and her husband Dave have a grown son and daughter. Here is the low down on the process: United Methodist pastors are appointed to a church or churches on a yearly basis. He has served at the Sheakleyville Charge, Grand Valley Charge, Pittsfield Otterbein, Conneaut Lake Trinity, Greater Oil City UM Ministries (4 churches), and Erie Asbury UMC. Clergy in The United Methodist Church commit to serve where their bishop appoints them. Matthew was born and lived in the small town of Saxonburg, PA for most of his formative years. He has been a member of many choirs and finds that there is nothing like singing for the Lord. Together they have 3 children, Aria and newborn twins: Tre (William III) and Wesley! In our worship we tell the story of God's grace so that we all become a part of that story, for the sake of the redemption of the world. After graduating from Connellsville High School in 1970, he studied Social Studies and took classes at Pitt and Fairmont State University, where he graduated in 1982. Ninabeth graduated from Drew Theological School with a Masters of Divinity and from the Rhode Island School of Design with a Bachelor of Fine Arts. "Open itineracy means appointments . Deborah Barnett has served local churches, several districts, and the conference in various ways as a lay person before becoming a pastor. Numbers indicate year(s) in appointment. Tony Nelsen was born and raised outside of Cleveland, Ohio. Brandon is passionate about making disciples, growing disciples, developing vital congregations, empowering lay leadership, next gen ministry, and mission-driven social witness and engagement. D) was born and raised in Mineral Point, PA in the Johnstown area). Looking for a staff member? A graduate of Drew Theological School and a fourth-generation UM pastor, Jessica has a passion for helping others experience Gods love and growing into their best selves through worship, small groups, and mission. in Liberal Arts from SUNY, Old Westbury. She previously served several local churches in GNJ and taught at Palmer Theological Seminary. There is no more strategic resource at our disposal than creating a missional .
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