Wayne moved to the United States in 1977 from Jamaica. He received his MDiv from Wesley Theological Seminary, an MA in English from Duquesne University and did all of the coursework for a PhD in English at Duquesne but withdrew before the dissertation stage. He is a graduate of Conemaugh Valley HS, class of 1983. Personal interests include music, sports, reading and spending time with grandkids. Wil is married to Ashley Wilson, a US-2 alum and Candler graduate. This full-time appointment begins July 1, 2023. P.O. in English from Rutgers University. Ivelisse has 2 sons, an additional son and daughter, and a 3-year-old grandchild. She is a Stephen Leader and graduated from the Academy for Spiritual Formation in April 2016. from Eastern Theological Seminary, and a BA from Monmouth University. Wils ministry began in Fargo, ND, serving as a US-2 missionary with Global Ministries from 2011-13. Jessica L. Spiker was born in Pittsburgh and raised in the Smithfield area, where she attends Smithfield United Methodist Church. He has led youth ministry in two United Methodist churches and was leader for campus ministry at NJIT, Rutgers-Newark, and Essex County College. They are two different congregations, but share many similarities. 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. It is comprised of the Sykesville: Grace, Pleasant Valley and Falls Creek United Methodist churches. (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 . They have three children, and eight grandchildren. His education is from Lycoming, Gordon Conwell, United, and the Mid-Atlantic Foundation Leadership Academy. John Inverso is an ordained elder and has served as the pastor of First UMC, Glassboro since 2017. Rev. 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. Nicole has a strong passion for bringing Evangelism and outreaches into local churches. This full-time appointment begins July 1, 2023. from Boston University School of Theology. She earned an MA in Religion and is a licensed local pastor. from Duke Divinity School. 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. A womens group continues to thrive. Sunghyuk Kim was born in Seoul, South Korea, and spent his elementary years in La Palma, California. Korean United Methodist Church of Greater Washington: Younghoon Kim (3) OE . Wil has served as pastor of the First UMC of Freehold, NJ since 2018. Eddie is currently serving as Pastor of Discipleship at St. Johns UMC in Turnersville where he has served the last three and half years. He is married to Juree with two beautiful daughters: Ria and Roa. More. A. During Donna's ministry . Crayon packets are available with the ushers for the children. In her free time, she writes, reads and spends time with her family and friends. 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. A devoted wife to her husband, Brian and mother to her children, Jessica, Courtney, and Nicholas, Sharon finds joy in creation, music, and movement. Anson will be graduating with his M.Div from Drew School of Theology in May 2022. He has been serving at Hackensack UMC where he was nurtured to grow as a pastor since 2017. She studied at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School where she met her husband, Jin. 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. Leslie M. Foland will be assigned to supply the Diamond/Tryonville Charge beginning July 1, 2022. from Drew Theological School. "Open itineracy means appointments . Kay and her husband Edvard are the proud parents of four children, and their beloved Pekehund, Sulli. She is ordained in the Wesleyan Church and received a Ph.D. in Practical Theology from Princeton Seminary, focusing on spiritual formation. Kay identifies community outreach, spiritual formation, and pastoral care as some of her gifts in ministry. OUR MISSION IS HELPING PEOPLE FIND THEIR WAY BACK TO GOD . In addition to playing the piano, guitar, and drums, he is a vocalist. HyunHui Kim was born, raised, and educated in South Korea. Since 2017, he has been serving Bountiful UMC of Martinsville. Joel Garrett grew up in New Castle, PA and is a graduate of Shenango High School. Tony is reimagining worship with a focus on multiplying small groups, virtual ministries, and community outreach. 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. Vitas Healthcare, whose local office is in Cranberry Township, has more than 40 years of experience in hospice care and is the nations single largest single-source provider of end-of-life care. Patrick Labenyimoh was born and raised in Nigeria, in the United Methodist tradition. He has been serving as a Hospice Chaplain as well as in several churches as a Licensed Local Pastor. Deb Epley, currently pastor at Lester's Chapel in Columbiana, will become pastor of Talladega First United Methodist Church. She is passionate about worship and teaching. from RutgersUniversity. He is currently a student at Drew Theological School working toward his M. Div. Box 850, Alcoa, . He is passionate about building relationships in community, preaching, evangelism, serving the needs of others, and sharing in Gods love. An experienced worship leader and musician, he has served multiple churches for over ten years. 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. 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). John also successfully founded and operated two small businesses. She believes that God wants us to be like the Good Samaritan, who was willing to move beyond their personal beliefs to help someone in need. Previously, he served as the associate pastor at Central UMC in Linwood, NJ. John married the love of his life and later went to law school in at Boston University. He has servedat Archer United Methodist Church in Allendale since 2015 as the Assistant Pastor. Michelle holds a Master of Divinity from New York Theological Seminary. Her DMin was focused on Social Justice and Social engagement in the local church which she feels are so important in these changing times. from Methodist Theological University in Seoul, South Korea, and his M. Div. He has passion for growing stewardship, working with congregations on models for vital ministry, and coaching. 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. 803 Main Street. Through his pastoral journey, God has graciously taught him to love and serve Gods precious people, believe the power of prayers, and acknowledge the Lordship of Christ. In his spare time, he enjoys being crafty, sewing, knitting, painting, and reading. She has served at Neshanic, Sergeantsville, and Washington UMC. Tony Nelsen was born and raised outside of Cleveland, Ohio. Janice has worked with the Search for Christian Maturity and the 4thDay Reunion Retreats since 2002, and continues to serve on the Search Retreat as a spiritual advisor. He attended University of Hawaii and finished at NYU with a degree in English Lit. During her ministry, she launched three new faith communities and a second campus in Palisades Park. At the age of 12, Andrew powerfully experienced the Holy Spirits transforming grace, as he received Jesus into his heart at Jumonville Camp. at Wesley Theological Seminary in DC and a Ph.D. in Biblical Studies at Drew University. 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. Sean was ordained as an elder at GNJ in 2014. Olive Baptist Church of Midland, PA. After a lengthy season of prayerful discernment, Richard is in the process of transferring into the United Methodist denomination, believing strongly that this portion of the Body of Christ is where he can most authentically live out his calling to ministry. Appointments are for one-year periods. He has two degrees from Boston University, a bachelors in hospitality administration and a Masters of Divinity. He is also a highly talented musician who can play piano, guitar, and drums. The church is a strong, loving, and active community of believers who work together in all programs and projects of the church. Schuyler is also an On-Site Project Manager for SGS & CO, and works at Sabra Dipping Company in White Plains, NewYork. Ralph is a child of God. Eli has a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Technologies and holds a masters degree in Environmental Health. Amanda Mitchell grew up in Eastern Pennsylvania and came to Western Pennsylvania by way of Indiana University of PA where she earned a degree in Elementary Education. Allen R. Hoke was born and raised in Mt. Brandon and his wife have two adult children. Linda received her MDiv. She has a passion of inviting others to a deeper relationship with God and bringing diverse people together to carry out the work of Christ in the community. She previously has worked as a youth minister in the Warwick United Methodist Church and in the Hillsdale United Methodist Church. Cameron has been serving Cranford United Methodist Church since 2014 and currently serves on the Raritan Valley District Committee on Ministry. Support of local community organizations and ministries is also an important aspect of their ministry. Melissa Rynders, Missional Strategist and Superintendent of the East District, announced that Bishop Carlo Rapanut intends to appoint Rev. Karline Kay Dubuisson, a Palmer Theological Seminary graduate, is an ordained elder and has served the UMC of Spring Valley since 2015. The son of a United Methodist pastor, Eric has been nurtured in the rhythms, practices, and priorities of the churchs ministry throughout his life. After receiving her call to ministry Christine started off preparing herself for her second career. Prior to answering her call, she taught high school Environmental Science, and still finds joy and awe in the complexity of Gods amazing creation. He is married to Radeyah Terrell and is the proud father of 5 beautiful children Kyla, Yohan, Ralph, Preston, and Ronald. Married to her partner in ministry, Bill, she is mom to Jason, Casey and Jeanette. Evan Dodge is an ordained Elder in Full Connection in the Greater New Jersey Conference. Andi and her soon-to-be husband are excited to step into a new season of marriage and ministry together! 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). After high school, he worked as a home health aide until 1989 and then drove tractor-trailers until 2016. A demonstrated leader, he serves as a UMC Pastor and also serves on the GNJ Board of Higher Education and Campus Ministries. Presently, Tony serves at Trinity UMC in Ewing, NJ, as the outreach pastor to the College of New Jersey and a virtual church pastorgrowing Trinitys online presence. These appointments will be effective July 1. Stay up-to-date on important announcements, events and more. SERVICES. Since 2016, she has been appointed to Westmont UMC. Several building transitions occurred until the church settled into its current building on California Ave. in Pittsburghs North Boroughs of Avalon/Bellevue. Alan S. Darby is a South Jersey native, born in Ocean City and raised in Haddon Heights. Savannah United Methodist Church began as a small group meeting in homes back in 1820. January Announcements. Sharon has also pastored the congregations of Free Union and Vienna churches. The United Methodist Church. He ministers with congregations to share Gods love in their local communities and, via connectional and ecumenical missions, to the wider world. Rev. New appointments posted to this page Tuesdays at 10 a.m. during appointment season, which often begins in mid-February and continues through early May. Preparing and delivering Christmas fruit baskets, food drives for the local food pantry, bible programs with the West Greene grade school, and a service in the park, where the community is encouraged to attend, are just a few ways Nebo and Fairview continue to be the hands and feet of Christ in the community. Her research focuses on faith formation in households and the intersections of spirituality and well-being. She received her pastoral training at Princeton Theological Seminary. He then attended Mount Union College (now the University of Mount Union) and upon graduation continued his education at United Theological Seminary. Rev. He currently works at the Duraloy steel mill in Scottdale in the maintenance department. He serves on the Delaware Bay District Committee on Ordained Ministry. Several capital improvements have been made over the last few years, including air conditioning in the sanctuary and a large kitchen renovation. She began her ministry in GNJ as the Worship Leader at Lifegate Church in Somers Point, NJ, and then became their Assistant Pastor. He served as Associate Pastor of the UM Community Churches Charge for four years. OF THE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH . He is married to Katie Kim, and theyve got a baby on the way, due in April. She likes sports, music, and loves to cook. He believes people are important because for them Jesus came, died, and was raised. "Itinerancy" refers specifically to the commitment by pastors to go and serve wherever their bishops send them. Olive Baptist Church in Coraopolis, and Mt. Tiffany loves to spend time with family and friends in her free time and also enjoys all forms of arts and entertainment. 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. Clergy in The United Methodist Church commit to serve where their bishop appoints them. His goal is to serve God to the best of his ability with Gods help. GET IN TOUCH. Sanggeun is passionate about how to grow spiritually in the works of the Holy Spirit and to live out Jesus-Centered life daily. James Lee previously served as senior pastor of Wesley UMC in South Plainfield, senior pastor of Conklin UMC in South River, associate pastor of Calvary Korean UMC, and the Manager of Visual Arts for the United Methodists of Greater New Jersey from 2016-2018. But he has fought that sense of calling, not knowing what such a calling would mean or require. Bishop Sue Haupert-Johnson. Kendra was an ordained elder in full connection at the 2021 annual conference. She was introduced to the church and to the UMC while attending Indiana Grace UMC as a college student. He graduated from Seoul National University with a degree in Atmospheric Science and received an M.div from Drew Theological School in 2019. In 2020, she was commissioned as a Provisional Elder. Both of her parents are retired UMC Elders. 817-877-5222 (main phone) / 817-338-4541 . He is an active ordained elder appointed at Fourth United Methodist Church, Millville. Janice McCrostie has served as the Director of Children and Youth Ministry at Denville Community Church for the last seven years. He is married to Sandra, who has been his ministry partner and is now serving on staff at Central UMC-Linwood. She started Lay Speaking in 1993, completed Licensing School in 1998 and was appointed that same year to the Dawson Charge. Six years later, he was also appointed to Hamilton Memorial UMC and has served both churches as Senior Pastor since his appointments. Brian Roberts served GNJ as District Superintendent for 8 years, working with the Cape Atlantic District and other congregations. He has been blessed with wonderful congregations that helped him grow as a pastor and a person. She enjoys watching Korean dramas with her husband Josh, and playing in the backyard with her two small boys, Jeremiah and Jonathan. The United Methodist Church PASTORAL APPOINTMENTS 2021-2022 (This is a list of the appointments as of June 7, 2021 when the appointments were fixed.) He is married to Amanda and they have three daughters, Auden, Amelia, and Beatrice. The United Methodist Church (UMC) is a worldwide mainline Protestant . Her call is to remind you that You are loved! and to make disciples of Jesus Christ, baptizing in his name. Greenstone was originally chartered as Bellevue Methodist Episcopal Church in 1813, an official church start from the John Rodenbaugh class that formed in 1800. Matthew was born and lived in the small town of Saxonburg, PA for most of his formative years. Jimin is in college. 10:00AM | Sunday School (Suspended) 11:00AM | Worship Services . Greenock is a casual, friendly and caring church. Effective . As a person of faith, he believes in a holistic ministry of the people of God, and always stands for justice and growth. United Methodist Pastor. The Butler North Charge, which includes Boyers UMC, Eau Claire: Bethel UMC, and Hilliards UMC, continues to offer gracious and faithful ministry in northern Butler County for the cause of Jesus Christ. Nashville TN 37206. At age twelve, his family moved to Pennsauken, NJ where his mother still lives. Pastor Pedro helped lead Fieldboot UMC through their transition to online worship services and then hybrid services. He believes that God has called him to make devoted influencers and send them to the mission field. Jims father, also a pastor, led him to Jesus. Through their engaging worship, their sacrificial generosity, their gracious hospitality, and their creative outreach to their communities, these three congregations bear witness to the Gospel while creating the kind of Christ-centered environment where strong friendships can be built and where all are welcome. 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. 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. Rayis a committed follower of Jesus and a Certified Lay Servant/Speaker who retired after 40 years at Du-Co ceramics. Sung Chun has a passion for worship, small group, community outreach, and mission. He graduated with a BSME in Mechanical Engineering from Grove City College. He and his wife, Beverly, have 3 grown children: Chris, Andy, and Bethany. She has grown ministries wherever she has served. 700 Waterfield Ridge Place. 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. Since September 2019, Marco serves as pastor of the First United Methodist Church of Asbury Park. She loves helping individuals and families grow in their relationship with God and one another. 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. Jessica Brendler Naulty has served as the pastor of the UMC of Red Bank since 2014. He is the son of The Rev. Our Lords United Methodist Church 5000 S. Sunnyslope Rd New Berlin WI 53151 Phone: 414-425-7030 office@ourlordsumc.org pastorkelly@ourlordsumc.org . 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. Her undergraduate degree is from DePauw University in Greencastle, Indiana. She believes that the church should be without borders and a welcoming place for everyone to find acceptance, love and respect. the bishop may appoint a "local pastor" to serve the pastoral appointment. Thirty of these thirty-three appointment years have been served in the Western Pennsylvania Annual Conference. Over the last two years she has been sharing Sunday morning messages with her home church. She is also a mother and wife. 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. A new graduate of Harvard Divinity School, Heather Wakefield grew up in small towns in Pennsylvania (Crawford County), West Virginia, and Southeast Ohio. William is a doctoral student in the Penn Chief Learning Officer Program at the University of Pennsylvania. Donald Smith, the Rev. Eli has served passionately in music, outreach, and evangelism but preaching the Gospel is what drives his Wesleyan call. Together they have 3 children, Aria and newborn twins: Tre (William III) and Wesley! Scott and his wife, Amanda, have six children and love camping and going to the beach. Scott has a servant heart and believes that whenwe let Gods love work through us, we can share that love with others. Olive and Elton: Zion will join together as a charge as of July 1, 2022. As a pastor, he has a passion for the outcast and the misfit and teaching hope in an age of uncertainty. 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. Braden Memorial United Methodist Church. Kay has served on several boards: the Connectional Table, Ethnic Local Church Concerns, Palisades District Poverty Task, and is a circuit elder. He currently serves on the District Committee on Ordained Ministry. Nicole loves playing tennis, gardening in the summer, and cooking for people. She has served as the pastor for the Panther Valley Ecumenical Church and Knowlton UMC. He holds a B.A. Stanovsky intends to appoint the Rev. UMCPastor.org. Local Pastor Licensing School; Mentoring; Safe Gatherings; . Originally from Franklinville, he earned his B.A. Part-time and full-time clergy appointments sometimes occur outside the traditional appointment season. 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. He joined GNJ in 2019, serving as pastor at Pennsauken UMC and East Pennsauken UMC. The six congregations support each others ministries as well as cooperate together on many joint mission projects and worship experiences. The churches of this cooperative ministry Belle Vernon: First; Concord; Dawson: Philip G. Cochran Memorial; Fairview Chapel; Fells; Little Redstone; Monessen; Newell; Perryopolis; Smithton: Winnett; Vanderbilt, and Webster -- serve communities in parts of Fayette and Westmoreland counties. While serving as a United Methodist pastor in Norwalk, CT, she facilitated the joining of two churches to form Cornerstone Community Church. Prior to his appointment at Williamstown, he servedSt. Johns United Methodist Church in Turnersville for 10 years as the Youth Director and Associate Pastor. Adam was born in Pittsburgh and spent his entire life in the Western Pennsylvania Annual Conference. Epworth supports mission efforts in their community and beyond. Throughout his upbringing, Andrews family was privileged to serve many churches throughout Western Pennsylvania. In 2010, he began teaching public school andserved in Youth Ministry for St. Andrew UMC. Later she went back to school and earned a BA in Human Development and has worked as a social worker for over 15 years. He retired in 2020. 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. Date Announced: October 2, 2022. 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. In her spare time, she is a quilter and a reader of mysteries. In his spare time, he enjoys reading, fishing, taking long walks, traveling, and visiting historical sites. Article IV) with the formation of open itineracy ( 425.1). She knew she would not always stay in the classroom, but she anticipated she would remain in education, probably moving to administration. After answering a call to ministry, Tony studied philosophy at Spring Arbor University and led student worship at the Jackson Interfaith Homeless Shelter. from Drew Theological School and was ordained while serving at Hasbrouck Heights and Paterson.
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