Kendra was raised in Brockway and DuBois. Moving: Jul 01, 2023. 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. He lived in Maryland for sixteen years until he moved to New Jersey with his wife, Hanna, in 2018. In the past, she has served at Wesley UMC in South Plainfield as an assistant pastor. She also served for 5 years as a chaplain at Trenton Psychiatric Hospital and 6 years as a staff consultant for Ministry Architects. She graduated from Slippery Rock University with a BS degree in Education and while serving as a substitute teacher, a legal secretary and in public relations and marketing, she felt a call to ministry. Since coming to the US in 2014, He served as youth pastor at Monmouth Grace United Methodist Church in Eatontown for three years and is currently serving at Union Grove United Methodist Church and Willow Grove United Methodist Church since 2018. He is passionate about ministries of sharing the word of God, pastoral care, and building relationship with diverse people. Prior to ministry, John had thirty years experience in management, specializing in training, facility management, and conflict resolution. Local churches and extension ministries of the Church provide the most significant arenas through which disciple-making occurs. Dayton Mix grew up mostly in the Shinglehouse area, the far northern and eastern part of our conference. She has grown ministries wherever she has served. Prior to this appointment, she was the lead pastor at Centenary UMC in Lambertville and Linvale UMC in Ringoes. Javier has served for seven years in Puerto Rico and four years at GNJ. Brandon is passionate about making disciples, growing disciples, developing vital congregations, empowering lay leadership, next gen ministry, and mission-driven social witness and engagement. 411 Merrimack Street | Suite 200 | Methuen, MA 01844 Phone: 978-682-7676 | Fax: 978-682-8227 communicate@neumc.org While serving in pastoral ministry Jim felt God's call to attend law school and use those gifts to support his ministry with the elderly and at-risk children. from Wesley Theological Seminary. ABOUT. She matriculated at Pittsburgh Theological Seminary and earned her M.Div (including a Missiology Intensive, an Urban Ministry Certificate, and field education at Charter Oak UMC). Ralph is a child of God. Alan S. Darby is a South Jersey native, born in Ocean City and raised in Haddon Heights. Report inappropriate content. Submit News. Gratitude is what Jim feels for the Lifegate Church for offering this opportunity to again pursue my passion and my calling. She is also very passionate about writing and has spent the last four years teaching writing and research at Princeton University. Brian Roberts served GNJ as District Superintendent for 8 years, working with the Cape Atlantic District and other congregations. Ronell looks forward to working with churches and leaders in GNJ, as she will become more vital and culturally competent. She and her husband, Matt, have two children, Madelyn 9 and Braelon 6, and a Goldendoodle named Hazel. from Rutgers University, and when he finally answered the calling from the Lord, he was awarded with an M.A. The UMC Who We Are What We Believe How We Serve Directories 2022-23 Appointments Church Directory Clergy Directory District Directory Find a Church Staff Directory Districts Anderson Charleston Columbia Florence Greenville Greenwood Hartsville Marion Orangeburg Rock Hill Spartanburg Walterboro Offices Clergy Services Conference Communications She has served as the pastor for the Panther Valley Ecumenical Church and Knowlton UMC. Pedro Pillot attended Asbury UMC, Camden from age eight. Tiffany began serving in the Church when she was just fourteen as a worship leader. (2) The pastor in charge shall be conferred with concerning the prospective appointee. Patrick Labenyimoh was born and raised in Nigeria, in the United Methodist tradition. He is a lifelong resident of Lawnside, NJ and has served the community for twenty-nine years as Councilman, and also as President of Council. In her spare time she loves being with her family and friends, she enjoys getting out in nature and enjoying Gods beauty around her. Other hobbies of Schuylers include cooking, baking, and most importantly singing. SUBSCRIBE NOW. An experienced worship leader and musician, he has served multiple churches for over ten years. The Courtney Memorial Library provides Christian literature and great literature to the preschool, church, and community. Eliezer Franqui was born in New Jersey and raised in Camuy, Puerto Rico. Several capital improvements have been made over the last few years, including air conditioning in the sanctuary and a large kitchen renovation. The congregations look forward to continuing ongoing ministries as well as working together in this new charge under Pastor Sallys leadership. Currently, Sugar Grove UMC is enthusiastically involved in the Pathways for Innovative and Intentional Ministry, the WPAUMC ministry enrichment program. The Appointive Cabinet of The Michigan Conference of the United Methodist Church met Wednesday, June 1, to determine appointments for the upcoming year. Chicago, Illinois, United States. Hyungkoo was born and raised in South Korea. South Georgia Annual Conference of The United Methodist Church PASTORAL APPOINTMENTS 2022-2023 (These are the appointments as of August 20, 2022 after the disaffiliation vote of the Called Annual Conference with the disaffiliated churches removed from the listing.) In 1972, John Suh moved from South Korea to South Bronx, NY. Wayne is a loving husband to his wife, Kisha, and nurtures the education of his children: Jonathan, a 10th-grader, and Gabrielle, an architectural engineering student at Drexel University. William is a doctoral student in the Penn Chief Learning Officer Program at the University of Pennsylvania. When he finished preaching, he felt God's call to ordained ministry. In her spare time, she is a quilter and a reader of mysteries. She is also experienced in ministry with children, youth, and young adults. He received a Juris Doctor degree from the University of Pittsburgh Law School while serving an urban church in Pittsburgh. Dr. Russell Busch, chair of the Board of Directors Grants Committee, and Dave Thompson, president of the Foun-dation, announced the formation of the in 2003. Onay served as a pastor in the Methodist Church in Cuba for 12 years and was ordained as an Elder there in 2009. He has been blessed to serve at Trinity in Spotswood (1999-2010) and Jackson Church (2010-present). Jim is a retired elder of the Eastern PA Conference. Charlie received his B.A. Noelle is a nurse in NICU at Emory Hospital. She is a graduate of Drew Theological School and received her M.Div in the spring of 2021. Jims mother opened him up to a new outpouring of the Holy Spirit. 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. He pastored two churches in Johnstown (Pleasant Hill and Scalp Level) before he and his wife Debbie moved to Virginia in 1992. Contact us. He tries to do his best to help people sort out who God in Christ is and how this is presently working in their lives. photo: Paragould First UMC Read the stories Mission u Together they have 3 children, Aria and newborn twins: Tre (William III) and Wesley! 2. Jim has served in a variety of ministry settings as a full-time staff chaplain at a major medical center in Washington, DC; executive director of MUSA, a faith based social services agency in Homestead, PA; and pastored local churches in urban, rural and small town settings in the Western Pennsylvania Annual Conference. Now in our third century of serving the cause of Christ, we seek to be a witness of Gods love. New appointments . Bo Hwan Wang was born in South Korea and moved to Maryland when he was ten years old. William D. Carter, III is a transformational leader and has served as lead pastor of Pemberton UMC, one of three of the oldest United Methodist Churches in the country, since 2017. His education is from Lycoming, Gordon Conwell, United, and the Mid-Atlantic Foundation Leadership Academy. She also earned a Master of Divinity degree from Princeton Theological Seminary where she also received the Jagow Award for Excellence on Homiletics and Speech. Jessica Brendler Naulty has served as the pastor of the UMC of Red Bank since 2014. Zion Charge Announced: 04-23-2023 Bernie Fuska to Johnstown: First UMC Announced: 04-16-2023 Personal interests include music, sports, reading and spending time with grandkids. Terry is a graduate of the Course of Study from Appalachian Local Pastors School in Barbourville, Ky. Blair is an ordained elder with an M. Div. Jung Ung Moon is a church planter, great preacher, spiritual leader and church developer. Through her work in youth ministry, Kristine has builtyouth programs into thriving ministries,helping each studentsee how they can connect with their community through their faith. He is married to Katie Kim, and theyve got a baby on the way, due in April. Nicole has a strong passion for bringing Evangelism and outreaches into local churches. Sunghyuk is happy to serve the Lord with his wife, Joy who is serving Bridgewater UMC as a Music Specialist. Mailing Address. Prior to that, she served Winslow, Elm, and Grace Union Churches. Josh is an ordained elder and has served as the pastor of First United Methodist Church of Williamstown since 2016. Kate Hillis is an ordained elder and has served as lead pastor of UMC Madison, Hopewell UMC and Lumberton UMC, and as the Childrens pastor at Kingston UMC. He graduated from Drew University with an M.Div. The initial charter of the First United Methodist Church in Butler was in 1825. After Graduation from Windber Area High School, he received his Associate degree in Accounting Management from the ICM School of Business and spent most of the first part of his life working in the Automobile industry, eventually answering the call to ministry in 2011. Tony Nelsen was born and raised outside of Cleveland, Ohio. In 1854, Otterbeins roots in downtown Greensburg began in the United Brethren tradition. Worship, community outreach, and discipleship at First Church is energizing and spirit-filled. Calvary Church, she is an honors graduate of Wilkinsburg High and Geneva College (Christian Ministry Leadership B.S). He believes people are important because for them Jesus came, died, and was raised. While serving as a United Methodist pastor in Norwalk, CT, she facilitated the joining of two churches to form Cornerstone Community Church. Jim Carvers passion is to preach and teach the good news of Jesus Christ through the Word of God. Karen Evenson (Full Elder) appointed to United Methodist Church of Anoka (Big Waters District) fulltime, from Farmington: Faith (River Valley District) fulltime, effective July 1, 2022. Click here to view a complete list of ministerial appointments for The Michigan Conference, effective July 1, 2022. After seminary, Alan served as campus ministry staff with InterVarsity Christian Fellowship and has served UM churches in Sharptown, Collingswood, Elmer, and Sicklerville. He enjoys singing, listening to music and sports, especially table tennis and soccer. and D. Min. He has 3 beautiful children, an excellent partner in ministry- his wife Jennifer, 2 cats, and a dog. Raised in Mt. from Drew Theological School and was ordained while serving at Hasbrouck Heights and Paterson. So, it is written in the book of life that Charlie was prepared to share his life with the lives of fellow servants of the Lord, and his neighbors in Christ UMC of Jersey City. from Boston University School of Theology. He attended Princeton Theological Seminary and focused on political theology and philosophy. He is currently a student at Drew Theological School working toward his M. Div. . Melissa Rynders, Missional Strategist and Superintendent of the East District, announced that Bishop Carlo A. Rapanut intends to appoint the Rev. He ministers with congregations to share Gods love in their local communities and, via connectional and ecumenical missions, to the wider world. He received his B.A. Along the way he received a Bachelor of Science degree in public administration from Slippery Rock State College and worked as a local government administrator for the City of Altoona and the Borough of Clarion. Our current quarterly theme is "Welcoming." 919-779-6115. Joshua and his wife, Songbee, are also pursuing their MDiv at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School. from Drew Theological School, and is finishing his S.T.M from Drew Theological School. We come from many branches of ChristianityReformed, Anglican, Lutheran, Methodist, Roman Catholic, and Baptist, to name a fewand we also have seekers in . The congregation is involved in youth and childrens ministry and feeding ministries that reach the whole community. He moved with his family to NJ in 2012 and started a new Hispanic congregation from scratch in Bound Brook UMC and later was appointed the Senior Pastor of the church. He has the heart to support and help church members reach their own spiritual goals to enhance their faith. Stay up-to-date on important announcements, events and more. At age twelve, his family moved to Pennsauken, NJ where his mother still lives. Rev. Since 2016, she has been appointed to Westmont UMC. Wil received his B.A. He is passionate about evangelism and church growth. Names in all capital letters indicate new appointments. He loves kayaking and being outdoors and connecting with the communities he serves. She also obtained a Certificate in Youth and Young Adult Ministry from the Boston Theological Institute. from Methodist Theological University in Seoul, South Korea, and his M. Div. 800-849-4433 (Toll-Free) NC Conference of. Part-time and full-time clergy appointments sometimes occur outside the traditional appointment season. In addition to playing the piano, guitar, and drums, he is a vocalist. Her ministerial passion includes serving Hispanic day laborers from surrounding areas, and Filipino and Korean parishioners. Sarah is passionate about leading people to grow spiritually, sharing good conversations over coffee, and planning fun sermon series. from Drew Theological School. Create a policy that fits the needs and the ministries at the local church level. They had been part of the Susquehanna Conference until 2015 when we received them into WPA. Bud Fickley was born and raised in Pittsburgh, PA where he graduated from Taylor Allderdice High School. He learned how to serve God and His church through observing his grandfather, who planted several churches in Korea in the early 20th century, and his father, who planted a church in Seoul after the Korean War. Having been a member of Punxsutawney First UMC from the time he was eight, serving in choirs, youth groups, tech teams, conference page, Youth Ministry Council, and even as a lay preacher as a teenager, he has been surrounded by the wonderful people called Methodists. Upon graduation, she was appointed as the GNJ Coordinator of Children, Youth and Young Adult Ministries and Safe Sanctuaries. Kpadeh is versed in immigration issues, truancy, homelessness, parenting, and mental health counseling services. Iraida earned an M. Div. She enjoys bringing people together in fellowship, journeying with people in their faith walk and helpingpeople grow into what God has called them. Pastor Sally Bell was born and raised in Altoona, Pa. She attended West Virginia University in Morgantown, earning a bachelor degree in journalism. His family consists of his beloved wife Diana and their children David and Gabriela. To supplement her income she also worked at several retail department stores. 178 years later Dutilh UMC is a vibrant congregation seeking to make disciples of Jesus Christ who love God, love others, and love to serve. Rev. First Church is a multi-campus, community-driven church located in Butler, Pennsylvania. During her ministry, she launched three new faith communities and a second campus in Palisades Park. Since 2017, he has been serving Bountiful UMC of Martinsville. Some people come pick it up, but most of it is delivered. He is married to Pastor Jacki Pillot, pastor of Trinity UMC, Merchantville where they live with their two toddlers. The practice of sharing clear openings gives clergy an opportunity to tie a string around the superintendent's finger. Appointments are for one-year periods. However, the footnote added, "this is a far cry" from the Wisconsin Conference . She and her husband Dave have a grown son and daughter. He served as Senior Pastor of St. Peters UMC in Ocean City, the UMC at Absecon, and St. Pauls UMC in Trenton (now part of Turning Point UMC). Website: Immanuel Baptist Church. Brandon and his wife have two adult children. From: Open Door Churches of Salem-Keizer. Wil is married to Ashley Wilson, a US-2 alum and Candler graduate. from Yonsei University in Seoul and earned her M.Div. He then completed a Master of Divinity degree from Wesley Theological Seminary. Marissa is passionate about mission and helping congregations connect with their communities. Search by ZIP code or city/state to find a United Methodist Church near you. Eli has served passionately in music, outreach, and evangelism but preaching the Gospel is what drives his Wesleyan call. Pastor Ann Dixon will be serving as a co-pastor with Rev. April 23, 2023. He received his B.A. Prior to answering her call, she taught high school Environmental Science, and still finds joy and awe in the complexity of Gods amazing creation. With some congregations considering leaving The United Methodist Church or just wondering about its future, Ask The UMC offers a series of questions and answers to help . The Wattsburg/Phillipsville Charge is composed of two small congregations in the borough of Wattsburg and in the rural village of Phillipsville. He currently serves on the District Committee on Ordained Ministry. He graduated from Seton Hall with a B.A. Cameron and his wife, Kelsie celebrate their 10th wedding anniversary this year and have two children, Samuel and Matheson along with their dog, Tucker. God is interested in the heart, and our outward expressions must first start there rooted in Christ, no matter how we worship, we will do so with authenticity. Jodie and her husband Jerry look forward to being apart of the Clarion community. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science from Africa University and has completed a yearlong internship at Mutare Provincial Hospital in Zimbabwe. Appointments in The United Methodist Church By: Rev. He enjoys family, friends, and sports but most of all he enjoys seeing and participating in the move of the Holy Spirit. Wayne moved to the United States in 1977 from Jamaica. He graduated with an M.Div. He graduated from Franklin Area High School in 1985 and from Clarion University in 1991. Ordained as an elder in 2010, she has served congregations in N. Braddock, McKeesport, Templeton, and Kittanning. Sammy Arroyo recently served as senior pastor at the First United Methodist Church of Hightstown. He has been serving the Hackensack United Methodist Church as a youth pastor since 2018, where he found himself growing with the community. Denise, along with her husband Joe, created Jackson Arts Ministry which serves the Jackson area. Worship, education, and service to others are at the heart of who we are. She is currently serving at Christ UMC. from Methodist Theological University in Seoul, M.Div. from Drew Theological School. After graduation she worked at North Central Pennsylvania Regional Planning and Development Commission for almost 29 years. and M.A. The United Methodist Church operates on a system of itinerancy meaning clergy go where they are appointed. As the name implies, the churches of the Allegheny River Charge, Kittanning:First, Union Ave, Ford Memorial and Manorville border the Allegheny River in the communities of Kittanning and Ford City. He obtained a master of social work from Monmouth University. Since 2020, Tiffany has served as the Pastor of New Egypt UMC and Cookstown UMC in Central New Jersey. Len grew up in the United Church of Christ for 25 years before becoming a member of Elton United Methodist Church in 2001. They have two adult children, Alyson and Nathan. She grew up in the Newton UMC and went on to receive a Bachelors of Music Education from WV Wesleyan College and a M.Div from the Boston University School of Theology. Whitney is currently a resident in nearby Elizabeth Township. Greg Spencer was born in Erie, PA and raised in both Titusville and Warren, PA. That's when United Methodists' General Conference created a disaffiliation plan for churches wishing to leave the denomination for "reasons of conscience" regarding its stance on . She and her husband, Don have one daughter, Leah and two grandchildren. He has served as Chair of the National Plan for Hispanic-Latino Ministries and member of the Cultural Competence Task Force, Raritan Valley District Committee on Ordained Ministry, Raritan Valley District Poverty Task Force, and Justice For Our Neighbors. . He has been a member of many choirs and finds that there is nothing like singing for the Lord. He is an active ordained elder appointed at Fourth United Methodist Church, Millville. Our vision is to "live the Gospel of Jesus Christ and to be God's love with our . Bernie has accepted invitations to provide pulpit supply in Presbyterian, United Methodist and Church of the Brethren congregations since returning to Johnstown. The United Methodist Church's Judicial Council weighed in on whether withdrawing clergy must surrender their credentials. in History and Education from Eastern University and holds an M. Div from Candler School of Theology. He and his wife, Beverly, have 3 grown children: Chris, Andy, and Bethany. Relay information to leaders/members. Sheenjoys stamping, knitting and gathering with friends over good food. For Bay, it is not about how we worship, but who we worship. She serves on the Metro-Highlands District Committee on Ministry, as a Circuit Elder, and on the Commission on Christian Unity and Inter-Religious Concerns. In her free time, Kay enjoys reading, traveling, and spending time with family and friends. The Arkansas Conference of the United Methodist Church is proud to share inspirational stories about our connection with Christ, connection with each other as Arkansas United Methodists, and connection with our communities through mission and being the hands and feet of Jesus. Sean was ordained as an elder at GNJ in 2014. He joined GNJ in 2019, serving as pastor at Pennsauken UMC and East Pennsauken UMC. He has passion for growing stewardship, working with congregations on models for vital ministry, and coaching. Esther Achi Gideon Achi Stephanie Ahlschwede Jim Akins Larry Alexander Joyce Allen Ashlee Alley Crawford Dena Allison Wayne Alloway Bailey Amtower Cheryl Anderson Jeni Anderson Mike Anderson Phil Anderson Russell Anderson Bay has been married to his lovely wife Mary since 2004, whom he met in 1998 as a theater major at IUP; he is also father to one daughter (Kailey, 16), and a son (Gavin, 8). . The core values of the congregation best depict their vision for this ministry: Jodie is a native of New Castle and has been part of the United Methodist Church all of her life. Taegun Wang has been serving as the pastor in the United Methodist Churches in GNJ since 2000.