Appointments Appointments Bradley Curtis From: Lincoln First - Sangamon River District To: Abandonment of Appointment Effective Date: 9/30/2022 Michael Peter Paulson From: Morton - Illinois River District To: Medical Leave Effective Date: 3/1/2023 Diwan Tiwade From: Mount Auburn - Sangamon River District To: Discontinuation of Assignment He has faithfully served at Tuckerton UMC, West Creek and Brookville UMCs, and Ballard UMC. Appointments - Wisconsin Conference of the UMC Noelle is a nurse in NICU at Emory Hospital. The churchs stated mission is to love God and call people to become His disciples to make a difference in our world. Appointments are effective July 1 unless otherwise noted. Hi, here is a list of testing sites from the US Embassy in Spain: He has passion for growing stewardship, working with congregations on models for vital ministry, and coaching. Tony is now attending Rutgers Law School and hopes to reimagine what serving the Church as a pastor lawyer looks like. Our Conference. The Holy Spirit has bestowed Sharon with the spiritual gifts of faith, teaching/preaching and leadership. He has served at several United Methodist churches all in the WPA Conference and he currently serves at Crosstown Ministries at Punxsutawney. For the first 20 years of employment, Kendra was a teacher. He attended Messiah College and graduated in 2016 with a bachelors degree in religion and communications. Currently, Eddie has nearly completed his M.Div through Asbury Theological Seminary. He holds a Master of Divinity from Drew Theological School, a Doctor of Ministry degree from United Theological Seminary, and is currently completing post-graduate studies in pastoral care and counseling at Baptist Seminary of Kentucky. Bernie has accepted invitations to provide pulpit supply in Presbyterian, United Methodist and Church of the Brethren congregations since returning to Johnstown. from Methodist Theological Seminary in Seoul, a M.Div from Drew Theological School, and a S.T.M. in Religious Education from New York Theological Seminary. Christ Community United Methodist Church is a diverse congregation where backgrounds, views, age, race, and faith stories are varied. Dutilh UMC was born in 1844 when two farming families started worshiping together in a barn. 304 S. Perimeter Park Dr. Nashville, TN 37211 Tel. Brandon and his wife have two adult children. Lark was born in Guyana South America and received her M.Div. He has servedat Archer United Methodist Church in Allendale since 2015 as the Assistant Pastor. During her ministry, she launched three new faith communities and a second campus in Palisades Park. When he finished preaching, he felt God's call to ordained ministry. She is also a mother and wife. In her downtime, she loves hiking, running, cooking, and spending time with her partner and family. Len grew up in the United Church of Christ for 25 years before becoming a member of Elton United Methodist Church in 2001. The preschool continues to enjoy a season of stability and improvement. The Courtney Memorial Library provides Christian literature and great literature to the preschool, church, and community. Jim spent the next 10 years "wrestling with God" before going to seminary. Sharon has been serving as pastor of congregational care at Trinity, Hackettstown and as a Chaplain in hospice care. Tony Nelsen was born and raised outside of Cleveland, Ohio. Other hobbies of Schuylers include cooking, baking, and most importantly singing. Schedule appointments. Though not originally a family of pastors, they all heard their call to ministry at similar times. Archives & History. Ivelisse G. Castellano-Bishop is a native of Puerto Rico. A womens group continues to thrive. He came to the United States in 2021 and has served at Covenant UMC in Plainfield, NJ as a Seminary Intern. Jodie was ordained an Elder in 2005 and served White Chapel UMC and the Redbank Valley United Methodist Ministry before being appointed as the Franklin District Superintendent in 2017 and then the Indiana District Superintendent in 2021. The Sheakleyville/Calvary Charge is a new alignment of churches in the Franklin district; Sheakleyville UMC, North Salem UMC and Calvary UMC in Greenville. This document is susceptible to change at any time by the episcopal office. Clear Opens - Minnesota Conference of The UMC Len has been married to his beautiful wife Deborah for 2.5 years. Wil received his B.A. Eunjis bountiful pastoral experiences, ranging from children to adults, have made her passionate for multigenerational ministry that connects all ages collaboratively. Charlie Kinch was born and raised in Somers Point, New Jersey, where he grew up and served in the local church (Lifegate UMC) throughout his life. Meet our Bishop. Michelle brings the gifts of fruit bearing multi-racial/multi-cultural ministries to GNJ Conference. She is passionate about the living word of God in scripture and believes we can make it relevant to our present lives. We believe in the transformation of the whole person--physically, emotionally and spiritually--whether they are in our community or the other side of the world. The congregation is faithful in living out this value through their traditional and contemporary worship services, education opportunities for all ages, youth group, annual mission project, Love Cupboard food pantry, fellowship gatherings and hosting community groups among many other ways that they shine the light of Christ in their community and beyond. in Communications and is looking forward to receiving her M.Div. Ephesians 4:11-12 has framed his calling: to equip the saints to do the work of ministry. Resources and tools for you and your church. Dr. Zayzay Gwepougee Kpadeh is a career broadcast journalist and a social work manager with extensive experience in working with African immigrants, African Americans, Hispanics and Caucasians in Philadelphia. First Church is a multi-campus, community-driven church located in Butler, Pennsylvania. Cliff graduated from Palmer Theological Seminary, where he achieved a M. Div. Nicole loves playing tennis, gardening in the summer, and cooking for people. Javier has served for seven years in Puerto Rico and four years at GNJ. He has been serving as a Hospice Chaplain as well as in several churches as a Licensed Local Pastor. Her heart for mission has led her to serve with A Future with Hope and the Skainos Project in Belfast. Website: Immanuel Baptist Church. He and his wife have three lovely daughters. HyunHui completed her M. Div at Drew Theological School and currently is a candidate for the Doctor of Philosophy degree in Theological and Philosophical Studies at Drew University. Eunji firmly believes that one can experience the presence of God in a place where people gather in the name of Jesus, and that one can become a true disciple of Christ by worshiping, serving, and loving. 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. Blair has a background in the performing arts and is also a landscape artist. She earned an MA in Religion and is a licensed local pastor. He graduated from Seton Hall with a B.A. Prior to this appointment, she was the lead pastor at Centenary UMC in Lambertville and Linvale UMC in Ringoes. Her ministerial passion includes serving Hispanic day laborers from surrounding areas, and Filipino and Korean parishioners. Click here for a listing of Clergy Code Abbreviations McKellar, John (FE) From: White's Chapel ( East) To: Withdrawn 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. He is married to Radeyah Terrell and is the proud father of 5 beautiful children Kyla, Yohan, Ralph, Preston, and Ronald. He loves kayaking and being outdoors and connecting with the communities he serves. Appointments effective July 1, except where noted. Previously, he served as the pastor at Cokesbury United Methodist Church and Fairmount United Methodist Church. HyunHui Kim was born, raised, and educated in South Korea. She enjoys being together with family, mission experiences, steam trains, shelling, music, and creative arts. How do clergy appointments get made? - unyumc.org Appointments in The United Methodist Church By: Rev. For the past 3 years, he has been the President of the Cranford Clergy Council and has joined with other local community leaders in developing the Cranford Equity and Inclusivity Initiative. Submit News. All are Full-Time appointments unless otherwise indicated.) That string says, "remember me when you are considering Church of the Wonderful Opportunity UMC .". from Duke Divinity School. The churches are located in the northeast corner of Johnstown District in Clearfield County. Jeff Lust as pastor of First UMC in Mesa, AZ, effective July 1, 2023, per 346.1 of the 2016 United Methodist Book of Discipline. 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 . Sunday School for all ages is at 10 am and Sunday worship service is at 11 am from the fall to the spring. Kay has served on several boards: the Connectional Table, Ethnic Local Church Concerns, Palisades District Poverty Task, and is a circuit elder. Presently, he serves as Circuit Leader in the Central District, Journey of Hope Team, and the Conference Council on Finance and Administration. Chris and Jill have 1 daughter, Andi Jane and one son, Casey Scott. He graduated from Franklin Area High School in 1985 and from Clarion University in 1991. Following the United Methodist tradition, we value and act upon the importance of mission in our local and global communities. Unless otherwise noted, all appointments on this page take effect on July 1, 2022. Disaster Donation. Most recently she has served as the lead pastor at DeBows UMC, Pleasant Grove UMC in Jackson and FUMC in Farmingdale. Kay identifies community outreach, spiritual formation, and pastoral care as some of her gifts in ministry. 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. She loves helping individuals and families grow in their relationship with God and one another. He has been married to his wife Julie since 2012, and they have three young children. He is a graduate of Westminster College (New Wilmington, Pa) and Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. 2023 Appointments | United Methodist Church of Greater New Jersey She has served at Neshanic, Sergeantsville, and Washington UMC. Throughout her time in ministry, Andi has worked hard to develop thriving youth ministry and adult small group programs. from Drew Theological School this Spring. The current building is the third facility and second location. Mark loves photography, biking, traveling with his wife Meredith, rock climbing with his daughter Elise, and laughing with his daughter Nora. He received his B.A. Get the latest news and information from around the Conference. He heard Gods call at 21 after being discharged from the Navy and was led to teach Jr. high Sunday school. Nicole Oh was born in Seoul, Korea, and moved to Michigan in her teen years when she also met Christ. Wesley United Methodist Church is situated in the urban suburb of Wesleyville in the Erie Metro Area. Englsh protestant church services in Madrid? - Madrid Forum If you dont have a church home, we invite you to consider us to be your church home. United Methodist Ministry Center; Clergy Directory; Districts; Administrative Services Staff; . She attended Greater Works Outreach School of Ministry, focusing on outreach ministry and pastoral counseling. from Palmer Theological Seminary and an M.A. The Upper New York Conference of The United Methodist Church Eliezer Franqui was born in New Jersey and raised in Camuy, Puerto Rico. Rev. The appointments will be fixed at the 2022 Annual Conference session in June and they are effective July 1, 2022. . Bishop Williamston has a bachelor of science in management and Christian ethics from Manhattan . Rapid covid test in Madrid, not at the airport - Tripadvisor Sunghyuk is happy to serve the Lord with his wife, Joy who is serving Bridgewater UMC as a Music Specialist. From 2010-2019 Len began serving as a part-time Local Licensed Pastor in the Ferndale Charge. United Methodist Judicial Council: UMC Top Court Rules Disaffiliating Clergy Appointments She has also served as the Director of the Office of Racial Diversity and Inclusion for the YWCA of Greater Pittsburgh. 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. Moving: Jul 01, 2023. 2. Appointment Making in a Time of Mission 2023. 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. Jana Purkis-Brash is currently serving as the Executive Director of the Stewardship Foundation of GNJ. 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. The congregation is multi-generational and a successful pastor would be comfortable with all ages and also value small-town life. She received a Th.M. In her free time, she writes, reads and spends time with her family and friends. 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. from Drew Theological School, and is finishing his S.T.M from Drew Theological School. John loves Disco, Salsa, and Barry White. In 2010, he began teaching public school andserved in Youth Ministry for St. Andrew UMC. A school release program, called Kids Alive has been an important part of their ministry in the past. Linda previously served with the wonderful members of First Toms River and Cedar Grove, Toms River UMC. 800-849-4433 (Toll-Free) NC Conference of. He moved to the Western PA Conference in 1989 and was ordained Elder in 1991. Jim enjoys walking, reading and spending time with his adult son Michael. Kendra Balliets calling to ministry was not her first vocation. 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