He is a graduate of Drew University with a Master of Divinity. They are humbled that God would use them to equip spiritual leaders in Western Pennsylvania and in the world. Hyungkoo was born and raised in South Korea. Jims mother opened him up to a new outpouring of the Holy Spirit. Jessica L. Spiker was born in Pittsburgh and raised in the Smithfield area, where she attends Smithfield United Methodist Church. 217 South Rankin Road, Alcoa, TN, 37701 P.O. Serving both churches in these times will be a challenge, but with prayer and the guidance of the Holy Spirit, much will be accomplished to the glory of God. Growing up in a pastors home, Andrew watched and learned from his father, Rev. Donald Smith, the Rev. After more than 30 years in public education, recently retiring as a school principal, he answered the call to ministry. OF THE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH . He loves to play a variety of sports including baseball, basketball, soccer, and bowling. January Announcements. Ivelisse G. Castellano-Bishop is a native of Puerto Rico. Effective . Sanggeun Jo, also called Sam, was born and raised in South Korea where he served as a pastor of the English Ministry at Chungdong First Methodist Church in Seoul. Cameron and his wife, Kelsie celebrate their 10th wedding anniversary this year and have two children, Samuel and Matheson along with their dog, Tucker. Bishop Sue Haupert-Johnson. 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 . He attended University of Hawaii and finished at NYU with a degree in English Lit. UMCPastor.org. Sharons call is a direct reflection of her spiritual journey that authenticates her witness to the promise of a new life in Christ. (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) He attended Princeton Theological Seminary and focused on political theology and philosophy. Date Announced: October 2, 2022. It grew out of the former Coulter United Methodist Church, whose pastor became the first pastor of the new congregation. Upon graduation she served as a pastoral resident in the Transition into Ministry Program funded by the Lilly Endowment and was ordained in the American Baptist Churches USA of Metropolitan New York and became a United Methodist and received as an Elder of the Greater New Jersey Annual Conference. Both of her parents are retired UMC Elders. CENTRAL TEXAS CONFERENCE of The United Methodist Church. He is currently pursuing a Master of Divinity degree at Drew Theological Seminary. Pedro Pillot attended Asbury UMC, Camden from age eight. In her free time, Kay enjoys reading, traveling, and spending time with family and friends. Worship shifted to online during the pandemic, and that has continued even as in-person worship has returned. Box 850, Alcoa, . She received her bachelors degree from Clemson University and has an MA in Theater History and Criticism from Ohio University and an MS in Library and Information Studies from Florida State University. He has faithfully served at Tuckerton UMC, West Creek and Brookville UMCs, and Ballard UMC. in Liberal Arts from SUNY, Old Westbury. Wils ministry began in Fargo, ND, serving as a US-2 missionary with Global Ministries from 2011-13. Schuyler Berdan has been working in ministry since 2008, and grew up in Fair Lawn, New Jersey. 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. He has served Belvidere UMC, Broadway UMC, Port Colden UMC, and McCrea Memorial UMC in Port Murray. Rev Bruce Davis pastoral gifts and his passion for preaching Gods Word will assist this strong, laity-led congregation in continuing its important presence in its community. Donna Hoffman (Local Pastor) to Retirement from McConnell/Pearl City (Rockford District). She is a Stephen Leader and graduated from the Academy for Spiritual Formation in April 2016. He will be graduating from Drew Theological School in the spring of 2022. She is also the doting human to her dogs, Rocky and Robyn Fenty. in 2003. For a while, the congregation met at the schoolhouse until a building could be constructed. Deb Epley, currently pastor at Lester's Chapel in Columbiana, will become pastor of Talladega First United Methodist Church. He earned his M. Div. Everyone Is Welcome. Kristine enjoys building lasting relationships with people within the church and within the community. He is currently serving a 2-point charge in Newark at the Trinity and St. Matthews United Methodist Churches. In 2015 was received as a Full Elder of Greater New Jersey. The churches work well together as they bring the love of God and the Gospel of Jesus Christ to their communities. He is married to Sandra, who has been his ministry partner and is now serving on staff at Central UMC-Linwood. 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. They have three children, and eight grandchildren. In 2010, he began teaching public school andserved in Youth Ministry for St. Andrew UMC. The preschool continues to enjoy a season of stability and improvement. He received his M.Div in 2004 from the Theological School at Drew University. After answering a call to ministry, Tony studied philosophy at Spring Arbor University and led student worship at the Jackson Interfaith Homeless Shelter. Korean United Methodist Church of Greater Washington: Younghoon Kim (3) OE . in Secondary Education and History from Rowan University, and M.Div. She previously served several local churches in GNJ and taught at Palmer Theological Seminary. He graduated from Drew Theological School, where he earned an M.Div. Local pastors are often bi-vocational, living out their ministerial call in the local church and in their field of employment. Joyce currently serves as a Lay Servant in the Connellsville District. He is married to Katie Kim, and theyve got a baby on the way, due in April. from Eastern Theological Seminary, and a BA from Monmouth University. The Discipline, in 428.1 says, "A change in appointment may be initiated by a pastor, a committee on pastor-parish relations, a district superintendent, or a bishop." 3. Janice McCrostie has served as the Director of Children and Youth Ministry at Denville Community Church for the last seven years. Sunghyuk is happy to serve the Lord with his wife, Joy who is serving Bridgewater UMC as a Music Specialist. Abbreviations under the status column are as follows: AL Administrative Location She served as Youth Director at Indiana Grace for five years before choosing to be a stay-at-home mom. He has been serving Centenary UMC Berlin since July 2017. from Drew Theological School. Their ministries include a womens group and a mens prayer breakfast. Throughout her time in ministry, Andi has worked hard to develop thriving youth ministry and adult small group programs. Her hobbies are contemplative photography, golf, crafting, and fur baby Sally. Having a passion for business, economic empowerment, and education, Anson holds a BS in Finance from New Jersey Institute of Technology. Nebo and Fairview United Methodist churches are both small membership congregations in rural Greene County. She previouslyserved as the Lead Pastor of Christ United Methodist Church in Piscataway, NJ. Although Fairview and Nebo have always been small in numbers, their strength is in their commitment to God and the communities they serve. 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. Her research focuses on faith formation in households and the intersections of spirituality and well-being. Since 2017, Charlie has been appointed to both Malaga and Porchtown UMC. 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. They enjoy time with family and friends. Crayon packets are available with the ushers for the children. He ministers with congregations to share Gods love in their local communities and, via connectional and ecumenical missions, to the wider world. They have two adult children, Alyson and Nathan. SY Lay Supply. Brenda Walker received her M.Div from Pittsburgh Theological Seminary and was ordained in 2007. He is married to Juree with two beautiful daughters: Ria and Roa. She enjoys watching Korean dramas with her husband Josh, and playing in the backyard with her two small boys, Jeremiah and Jonathan. Ephesians 4:11-12 has framed his calling: to equip the saints to do the work of ministry. During his ministry he became a firm believer that church is something you do, questions about faith and God are good, and community can be built anywhere. in 2016. Cameron has been serving Cranford United Methodist Church since 2014 and currently serves on the Raritan Valley District Committee on Ministry. Powered by WordPress. He is married to Heea Lee and they have two adorable kids, Evelyn and Henry. Gratitude is what Jim feels for the Lifegate Church for offering this opportunity to again pursue my passion and my calling. He served as Associate Pastor of the UM Community Churches Charge for four years. Chris and Jill have 1 daughter, Andi Jane and one son, Casey Scott. Click here to search by department. He earned a bachelors degree from Temple University in 1990 and an M.Div at Palmer Theological Seminary in 2011. from Yonsei University in Seoul and earned her 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. The congregation has participated in the ministries of the Northside Feeding Program, Global Links, and the Eastbrook Mission Barn, as well as food collection for local food banks and other as needed supportive ministry. She leads by example, whilst empowering others to grow and develop the skills necessary to be strong leaders. She currently serves on the Central district DCOM and as a member of the Board of Directors of United Methodist Communities and has previously served on the Board of Ordained Ministry and as chair of the Order of Elders. Appointments effective July 1, except where noted. from Wesley Theological Seminary. Ronell looks forward to working with churches and leaders in GNJ, as she will become more vital and culturally competent. 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. Monte currently serves as the Senior Pastor of Marianna UMC. As a pastor, Bo hopes to use dentistry as a tool to proclaim the gospel of Jesus Christ, share Gods love, and serve the neighbors in need. 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. Kristine Melius has spent over 15 years of her life working and serving in the United Methodist Church. More. The United Methodist Church PASTORAL APPOINTMENTS 2019-2020 (This is a list of the appointments as of 6/5/2019, the date the appointments were fixed.) Cross-racial and cross-cultural appointments are made as a creative response to increasing racial and ethnic diversity in the church and in its leadership. Byungil has been married for 23 years to his wife Hyenjung Moon, and has two children, Jane and Chloe, both are college students. Gina Kim has served in full-time ministry for over 24 years, as a youth pastor, associate pastor, senior pastor and district superintendent for the United Methodists of Greater New Jersey. from Rutgers University, and when he finally answered the calling from the Lord, he was awarded with an M.A. A womens group continues to thrive. We, the Cabinet of the East Ohio Annual Conference, remain convinced that we have abundant resources, a compelling mission, a meaningful legacy, and a bright future that continues to be discovered. Savannah United Methodist Church began as a small group meeting in homes back in 1820. Her call is to remind you that You are loved! and to make disciples of Jesus Christ, baptizing in his name. Numbers indicate year(s) in appointment. He is currently a student at Drew Theological School working toward his M. Div. From 2012 to 2015, he served as a chaplain, delivering spiritual care in a hospital, hospice, and nursing home settings. He also discovered his true passion for worship, a heart for missionary work, and social justice in a diversified setting. Rev. United Methodist Pastor. He has been a member of many choirs and finds that there is nothing like singing for the Lord. The Rev. April 11, 2021 Bishop Debra Wallace-Padgett and the Cabinet announce the following full-time clergy appointment changes to take effect July 1, 2021. The son of a United Methodist pastor, Eric has been nurtured in the rhythms, practices, and priorities of the churchs ministry throughout his life. 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. Eli has served passionately in music, outreach, and evangelism but preaching the Gospel is what drives his Wesleyan call. Christ United Methodist Church of North Huntingdon is a faith community in Westmoreland County, serving North Huntingdon, McKeesport, White Oak, Coulter and Penns Woods. Neal Sharpe as Asset Assessment & Strategic Deployment Specialist for the PNW Trustees Appointments PNW Conference - Jun 29, 2020 0 She graduated from Drew Theological School and completed a yearlong residency as a Chaplin at Georgetown University Hospital. in Communications and is looking forward to receiving her M.Div. Sanggeun is passionate about how to grow spiritually in the works of the Holy Spirit and to live out Jesus-Centered life daily. He has M. Div. The churchs core values are as follows: worship that glorifies God with its beauty and integrity; hospitality that reflects the transforming love of Jesus; diversity that bears witness to the expansiveness of Gods reign; and the making of disciples who are committed to the priorities of Jesus and shaped by the narrative of his life, death, and resurrection. College Avenue UMC (CAUMC) is a new congregation formed from College Hill UMC and Beaver UMC. Shehas completed coaching training, is actively coaching several clergy, leads a PaCE group and is a circuit elder. This full-time appointment begins July 1, 2023. Prior to answering her call, she taught high school Environmental Science, and still finds joy and awe in the complexity of Gods amazing creation. Han Kil Kim is currently serving Neshanic and Sergeantsville UMC. She completed an M.A in English Literature at the University of California, Riverside with a focus in Medieval and Renaissance Literature. Jung Ung Moon is a church planter, great preacher, spiritual leader and church developer. He is also blessed to be the husband of Lins Rosado, his beloved Lina. She is married to Chong and they have a son, Mathew who is married to Ellen. Please return packets to an usher. He holds a B.A. Eli is a dad and stepdad to four unique persons: Lianette, Ana Maria, Ezequiel, and Misael. In addition, he has a passion to preach and share encouraging messages. She is also experienced in ministry with children, youth, and young adults. He wants nothing more than to glorify God and to be a witness to the beautiful hope that Jesus Christ affords. Since then, Penns Woods church has joined with Christ to continue their mission ofKnowing Christ and making Him known.. She is passionate about connecting with and meeting the needs of those in her congregation, and working collaboratively with her church to serve those in their local community. The church was founded in 1950 as McKnight Village Community Methodist Church. Schuyler is also an On-Site Project Manager for SGS & CO, and works at Sabra Dipping Company in White Plains, NewYork. Yoseb Jeon is a relational pastor who is eager to see Gods abundant grace and love in our daily living. Ninabeth is married to Ken and they have three adult children, a cat, and two Golden Retrievers. Prior to answering her call, Janice worked in theatre, receiving a Bachelor of the Arts from West Virginia Wesleyan College and an MLitt in Play Writing from the University of Glasgow. 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. She has served at Neshanic, Sergeantsville, and Washington UMC. Eight recovery groups use the church building during the week. He holds a B.Th. from Boston University School of Theology. Sharon has also pastored the congregations of Free Union and Vienna churches. In the 1900s, a new building was constructed on property purchased on Savannah Gardner Road, where the present building is located. He has been serving as a Hospice Chaplain as well as in several churches as a Licensed Local Pastor. The congregation of Christ Church NYC is driven by the desire to impact the city of New York with its ministry and to recontextualize a Christ-honoring and distinctively Wesleyan spirituality for a postmodern, post-pandemic, and increasingly skeptical culture. He currently serves on the District Committee on Ordained Ministry. Rest assured that Greenock UM Church loves you and welcomes you. Other hobbies of Schuylers include cooking, baking, and most importantly singing. Jims father, also a pastor, led him to Jesus. Transition Pastor: D. Todd Schlechty (1) Associate: Hyungkyun Kim (2) FL . He graduated with an M.Div. While serving in youth ministry in Coraopolis, Richard experienced a clear sense of calling to vocational ministry. Marco has accumulated a wealth of experience in pastoral care of Methodist congregations, preaching, church music, community development projects, and education. The beautiful Richardsonian inspired building was completed in 1902. He graduated with a BSME in Mechanical Engineering from Grove City College. Stay up-to-date on important announcements, events and more. 2017 . He served as Associate Pastor of the UM Community Churches Charge for four years. He also studied a Ph.D. at Drew Theological School, majoring Early Church History. Even during the pandemic these programs were supported financially, even as in-person participation was curtailed. He is married to Pastor Jacki Pillot, pastor of Trinity UMC, Merchantville where they live with their two toddlers. She anticipates graduating in May 2022. Han, as ever, enjoys coffee and donuts with the people he loves and spending time with them. degrees from Methodist Theological University in Seoul, South Korea, and his M. Div. Prior to his appointment at Williamstown, he servedSt. Johns United Methodist Church in Turnersville for 10 years as the Youth Director and Associate Pastor. He is passionate about ministries of sharing the word of God, pastoral care, and building relationship with diverse people. Taegun Wang has been serving as the pastor in the United Methodist Churches in GNJ since 2000. Rev. Jim is a retired elder of the Eastern PA Conference. Previously, he served with distinction churches of various sizes, ranging from small membership churches to large membership churches with multi-staff. They have decided to formalize the kindred spirit that already exists among them. She studied at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School where she met her husband, Jin. Kendra was an ordained elder in full connection at the 2021 annual conference. He also enjoys various types of art, including painting, music, photography, and going to museums. 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. She received a Th.M. Eric graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English from Dickinson College in Carlisle, Pennsylvania (1988); a Master of Divinity degree from Duke University in Durham, North Carolina (1991); and a Doctor of Ministry degree from Drew Theological School in Madison, New Jersey (2001). the bishop may appoint a "local pastor" to serve the pastoral appointment. Scott has a servant heart and believes that whenwe let Gods love work through us, we can share that love with others. The United Methodist Church (UMC) is a worldwide mainline Protestant . Gwiseok is a passionate and positive individual who tries to grow a loving congregation. 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. Blair has a background in the performing arts and is also a landscape artist. John also successfully founded and operated two small businesses. Suzanne Katschke and the Rev. Croyle: Mt. (PTLP-R) Retired Part Time Local Pastor Serving Appointment (TBS) To Be Supplied * Indicates appointed or assigned in multiple places as a circuit or partnership . Gwiseok Lee was born and raised in South Korea. He is a graduate of Westminster College (New Wilmington, Pa) and Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. Tiffany began serving in the Church when she was just fourteen as a worship leader. Bo received his BM in Guitar from Johns Hopkins University (Peabody) and MDiv. 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. Iraida earned an M. Div. She is passionate about making the Scriptures come alive and have meaning for the daily lives of her congregation. Stanovsky intends to appoint the Rev. She loves spending time with family and friends and is the queen of spoiling her two dogs, Rocky and Robyn Fenty. Joyce attended the Course of Study at Methodist Theological Seminary. Patrick has had rich and meaningful multi-cultural experiences from his time as a student at Africa University to presently working for Drew Universitys Center for Civic Engagement. As a rookie retiree, Brandon Cho will begin his new ministry at Old FUMC with faith and dedication. 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. The Courtney Memorial Library provides Christian literature and great literature to the preschool, church, and community. Finding its historical origins in the 1881 establishment of the Madison Avenue Methodist Episcopal Church, Christ Church NYC began its ministry at its present location (the corner of Park Avenue and 60th Street in Manhattan) in 1933. He enjoys talking sports and current events with friends. Over the last two years she has been sharing Sunday morning messages with her home church. She also served as an interim at Chinese Community UMC in Oakland, CA. in History and Education from Eastern University and holds an M. Div from Candler School of Theology. John loves Disco, Salsa, and Barry White. Upon graduation, she was appointed as the GNJ Coordinator of Children, Youth and Young Adult Ministries and Safe Sanctuaries. For the first 20 years of employment, Kendra was a teacher. 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. Rev. He is married to Minju Gu, and has three children: an 11-year-old girl, Soyoon, an 8-year boy, Joowon, and a 5-year-old girl, Hayoon. Blair is an ordained elder with an M. Div. 817-877-5222 (main phone) / 817-338-4541 . Sarah is passionate about leading people to grow spiritually, sharing good conversations over coffee, and planning fun sermon series. Kendra was raised in Brockway and DuBois. Garner, NC 27529. He uses his passion in arts and music to serve God wherever he can go. At age twelve, his family moved to Pennsauken, NJ where his mother still lives. His father Daniel was a blue collar worker and his mother Pauline was the secretary at the Presbyterian church they attended from the time Matthew was in high school.

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