He holds a B.A. April 11, 2021 Bishop Debra Wallace-Padgett and the Cabinet announce the following full-time clergy appointment changes to take effect July 1, 2021. 2016 Book of Discipline on Appointments | United Methodist Church of Tim has served as pastor of First United Methodist Church in Hammonton, NJ, since 2018. Holston Conference of The United Methodist Church. She also served for 5 years as a chaplain at Trenton Psychiatric Hospital and 6 years as a staff consultant for Ministry Architects. Evan Dodge is an ordained Elder in Full Connection in the Greater New Jersey Conference. He enjoys running and time with his family. Fromthere, he felt that God was calling him to full time ministry. He was appointed as Pastor at Venice Park UMC, Atlantic City, NJ on July 1, 2008. Appointments | Western PA Conference of The UMC from Palmer Theological Seminary and an M.A. in Theology from Valparaiso University and an M. Div. Wil is married to Ashley Wilson, a US-2 alum and Candler graduate. He is married to Katie Kim, and theyve got a baby on the way, due in April. He was raised in South Korea and earned a BS from Seoul National University, a M.Th. 700 Waterfield Ridge Place. 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. GREENBRIER DISTRICT The Rev. Since September 2019, Marco serves as pastor of the First United Methodist Church of Asbury Park. Jims mother opened him up to a new outpouring of the Holy Spirit. She previously served several local churches in GNJ and taught at Palmer Theological Seminary. Pedro Pillot attended Asbury UMC, Camden from age eight. Greenock believes in taking everything to the Lord in prayer, giving thanks for Gods abundance. Bo Hwan Wang was born in South Korea and moved to Maryland when he was ten years old. Korean United Methodist Church of Greater Washington: Younghoon Kim (3) OE . She previously served as a childrens pastor and is currently serving as a youth pastor at Olivet UMC. He is married to Heea Lee and they have two adorable kids, Evelyn and Henry. She likes sports, music, and loves to cook. He attended Princeton Theological Seminary and focused on political theology and philosophy. 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. He currently works at the Duraloy steel mill in Scottdale in the maintenance department. After more than 30 years in public education, recently retiring as a school principal, he answered the call to ministry. John completed his undergraduate work at Geneva College in Public Relations/Crisis Management in 2019, and his Master of Divinity at Pittsburgh Theological Seminary in 2022. Coolspring and Ramsaytown United Methodist Churches are located in the northern part of the Indiana district. 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. United States. Kate holds an MDiv/MA in Christian Education from Princeton Theological Seminary, as well as a BA in Religion from Houghton College. Adam was born in Pittsburgh and spent his entire life in the Western Pennsylvania Annual Conference. 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. Patrick Labenyimoh was born and raised in Nigeria, in the United Methodist tradition. from Methodist Theological University in Seoul, M.Div. Bishop and Cabinet Announce 2021-2022 Appointment Changes OE Names in all capital letters indicate new appointments. Core Values of Appointment Making by the East Ohio Conference Cabinet. 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. She previouslyserved as the Lead Pastor of Christ United Methodist Church in Piscataway, NJ. Denise, along with her husband Joe, created Jackson Arts Ministry which serves the Jackson area. 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. 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. He attended University of Hawaii and finished at NYU with a degree in English Lit. He came to the United States in 2021 and has served at Covenant UMC in Plainfield, NJ as a Seminary Intern. From 2012 to 2015, he served as a chaplain, delivering spiritual care in a hospital, hospice, and nursing home settings. Rev. He has two degrees from Boston University, a bachelors in hospitality administration and a Masters of Divinity. He has been serving at Hackensack UMC where he was nurtured to grow as a pastor since 2017. 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. Greenock United Methodist Church is a growing congregation in Elizabeth Township, Allegheny County. the bishop may appoint a "local pastor" to serve the pastoral appointment. 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. Tony Nelsen was born and raised outside of Cleveland, Ohio. He uses his passion in arts and music to serve God wherever he can go. This has become a church that continues to grow by achieving harmony between the English-speaking and Korean-language congregations. Donna Hoffman (Local Pastor) to Retirement from McConnell/Pearl City (Rockford District). Bishop Debra Wallace-Padgett and the Cabinet. He is currently serving a 2-point charge in Newark at the Trinity and St. Matthews United Methodist Churches. Pastor Pedro helped lead Fieldboot UMC through their transition to online worship services and then hybrid services. 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. Christ United Methodist Church of North Huntingdon is a faith community in Westmoreland County, serving North Huntingdon, McKeesport, White Oak, Coulter and Penns Woods. March 13, 2017 Pastor . 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. She also has experience as a Circuit Elder, chair of COSROW, DCOM chair, BoOM chair and registrar. She enjoys bringing people together in fellowship, journeying with people in their faith walk and helpingpeople grow into what God has called them. Alan S. Darby is a South Jersey native, born in Ocean City and raised in Haddon Heights. 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. He graduated from Hyupsung University in South Korea with Bachelor of Theology from Hyupsung University, and from Drew Theological School with an M.Div. He graduated from Franklin Area High School in 1985 and from Clarion University in 1991. Both of her parents are retired UMC Elders. Appointments | Pacific Northwest UMC News Blog They have decided to formalize the kindred spirit that already exists among them. PDF Pastoral Appointments 2019-2020 - Sgaumc She leads by example, whilst empowering others to grow and develop the skills necessary to be strong leaders. Lark considers everyone as her neighbor. Upon returning to New Jersey, Christine served churches in the Freehold area, western Hunterdon County, and in Gloucester County. Jessica L. Spiker was born in Pittsburgh and raised in the Smithfield area, where she attends Smithfield United Methodist Church. (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) More. Originally from Franklinville, he earned his B.A. She is also a mother and wife. Mary Jo Gould has lived in the town of Beaver most of her life. In 2011, Ivelisse answered her call to ministry and joined the MDiv Program at Drew Theological Seminary, graduating in 2015. John is blessed with three sons, two daughter-in-laws, one granddaughter, and a wife who prays constantly. Christine is a loving aunt to two nieces, one nephew, and now three grand-nieces and one grandnephew. He ministers with congregations to share Gods love in their local communities and, via connectional and ecumenical missions, to the wider world. Most recently she has served as the lead pastor at DeBows UMC, Pleasant Grove UMC in Jackson and FUMC in Farmingdale. More. Jana Purkis-Brash is currently serving as the Executive Director of the Stewardship Foundation of GNJ. United Methodist pastors are sent, not called or hired. from Methodist Theological Seminary in Seoul, a M.Div from Drew Theological School, and a S.T.M. In her free time, Ronell lovesto travel, garden, draw/paint, and follow all things Star Wars and Marvel Cinematic Universe. He is currently a Drew Theological Seminary MDiv student and a Bi-Vocational Pastor working at the local church in multicultural settings. He holds a B.Th. He is a graduate of Conemaugh Valley HS, class of 1983. Blair is an ordained elder with an M. Div. 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. from the United Theological Seminary. Ordained in the Baptist tradition in 2007, Richard has pastored Tried Stone Baptist Church in Aliquippa, Mt. Upon accepting her call to ministry, Ronell attended Princeton Theological Seminary where she focused on practical theology. Alans passions for the church include dynamic worship, nurturing Bible Studies in small groups, developing leadership (especially with youth and young adults), effective evangelism, world missions, and vital service of Christ and His church through Spirit-gifted ministry. He also has long been engaged in interfaith-dialog with Jews and Muslims. Bishop Sue Haupert-Johnson. She earned an MA in Religion and is a licensed local pastor. Savannah United Methodist Church began as a small group meeting in homes back in 1820. She also served as an interim at Chinese Community UMC in Oakland, CA. Under Alices ministry they have come to value personal relationships, biblical preaching and community ministry. 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.) She and her husband, a UMC clergy, have been serving several churches together for the last 26 years. Kay identifies community outreach, spiritual formation, and pastoral care as some of her gifts in ministry. Most recently, he completed a certificate program at Cornell University in Diversity & Inclusion. She feels finding new ways to share Jesus is her calling, because there is a lost world searching for something and God wants every Christian to do his or her part to bring them the truth of Jesus through the Word of God! from Eastern Theological Seminary, and a BA from Monmouth University. She served as Youth Director at Indiana Grace for five years before choosing to be a stay-at-home mom. Throughout her time in ministry, Andi has worked hard to develop thriving youth ministry and adult small group programs. He works towards fostering a benevolent community where all are welcome and belong. Linda J. Stephan From: Northern Waters District Traverse City Central UMC (Associate Pastor) To: Western Waters District Traverse City Central UMC (Lead Pastor). 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. Since then, Penns Woods church has joined with Christ to continue their mission ofKnowing Christ and making Him known.. She has served in various ministries from Pre-K to adult groups, most recently with West Grove UMC in Neptune and Old Frist UMC in West Long Branch. She received a Th.M. He wants nothing more than to glorify God and to be a witness to the beautiful hope that Jesus Christ affords. She hopes to use her enjoyment of creativity and writing for the benefit of the church. She has served various congregations over the past years as an educator, youth pastor, social worker and Bible instructor. After high school, he worked as a home health aide until 1989 and then drove tractor-trailers until 2016. Andrew was born and raised in Western Pennsylvania. Box 850, Alcoa, . Scott and his wife, Amanda, have six children and love camping and going to the beach. Sammy Arroyo recently served as senior pastor at the First United Methodist Church of Hightstown. Several capital improvements have been made over the last few years, including air conditioning in the sanctuary and a large kitchen renovation. Date Announced: October 2, 2022. Rev. This full-time appointment begins July 1, 2023. 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. His family consists of his beloved wife Diana and their children David and Gabriela. He loves kayaking and being outdoors and connecting with the communities he serves. Adam has been part of Savannah UMC since 1997, and is joined in ministry there by his wife Denise and daughter Grace. Throughout his upbringing, Andrews family was privileged to serve many churches throughout Western Pennsylvania. 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. from Wesley Theological Seminary. Ninabeth is married to Ken and they have three adult children, a cat, and two Golden Retrievers. Nicole Oh was born in Seoul, Korea, and moved to Michigan in her teen years when she also met Christ. Bishop and Cabinet announce full-time appointment changes In both appointments, he was privileged to witness Gods power at work through the leaders and members of those churches to transform lives, making disciples of Jesus Christ. He is currently serving at St. Pauls UMC in Paulsboro. They believe in "Outrageous Love and a Radical Hospitality.". He has served in local church ministry for 21 years in a variety of roles. 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). Along with this position, Eddie has served in ministry for 20 years in a number of capacities. Michelle holds a Master of Divinity from New York Theological Seminary. 2023 Appointments | United Methodist Church of Greater New Jersey Appointments 2023 Appointments February 26, 2023 Brian Robinson has been appointed to First UMC - Millville Brian Robinson is a life-long New Jersey resident. Intentional Missional Alignment Process Task Force, Staff-Parish Relations Committee Evaluation Video. Dr. Joy Arroyo grew up in Michigan in the Wesleyan tradition. from Drew Theological Seminary in Madison NJ. An experienced worship leader and musician, he has served multiple churches for over ten years. She has served at Neshanic, Sergeantsville, and Washington UMC. 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. Appointment Changes - Susquehanna Conference 2023 - 2024 Appointment Changes It is the intention of Bishop Cynthia Moore-Koikoi and Bishop Sandra L. Steiner Ball to set these appointments as of July 1, 2023* (*other effective date as noted) As of February 27, 2023 Pastor Gary D. Allshouse from Gatchelville-Crossroads, York to Paxton, Harrisburg In her spare time, she is a quilter and a reader of mysteries. She is married to the Rev. He comes with wonderful gifts of teaching, preaching, and leading both in the local church and throughout the annual conference. Josh enjoys spending time with his wife Kate, and four children, Christina, Suze, Bridget & Micah. Michelle brings the gifts of fruit bearing multi-racial/multi-cultural ministries to GNJ Conference. Nicole loves playing tennis, gardening in the summer, and cooking for people. 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. He is passionate about ministries of sharing the word of God, pastoral care, and building relationship with diverse people. 2022-2023 Appointments | VAUMC Schuyler is also an On-Site Project Manager for SGS & CO, and works at Sabra Dipping Company in White Plains, NewYork. Several building transitions occurred until the church settled into its current building on California Ave. in Pittsburghs North Boroughs of Avalon/Bellevue. "Appointment" is the action taken by bishops. from Union Theological Seminary in New York. degrees from Methodist Theological University in Seoul, South Korea, and his M. Div. He will be graduating from Drew Theological School in the spring of 2022. Susan E. Hitts From: Northern Waters District Harbor Springs UMC Eric is an Elder in the United Methodist Church and has been serving the church as a pastor under appointment since July of 1989. He planted a Korean church within a traditional English-speaking church where he conducted multicultural and multi-ethnic ministries centered around the Bible. Find the 2021 Clergy Move Schedule at " Clergy Move Day 2021 ." She is married to Chong and they have a son, Mathew who is married to Ellen. He graduated from Drew Theological School, where he earned an M.Div. He earned his M. Div. During her ministry, she launched three new faith communities and a second campus in Palisades Park. 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. Schuyler Berdan has been working in ministry since 2008, and grew up in Fair Lawn, New Jersey. Robyn has been bringing Gods Word to Gods people for over 35 years through worship, youth, kids ministry and teaching Sunday School. He then attended Mount Union College (now the University of Mount Union) and upon graduation continued his education at United Theological Seminary. Crayon packets are available with the ushers for the children. Melissa D. Shortridge, Superintendent 1298 Washington St. East, (PO BOX 764), Lewisburg, WV 24901 . Cameron is passionate about building unique and meaningful communities rooted in the radical and humble love of Christ. Rick Owen will have new duties in their Cabinet-level appointments for the United Methodist North Alabama Conference. She served as lead pastor at West View and Homestead Park UMC, and as a staff member at Hot Metal Bridge Faith Community and St. Pauls UMC. Appointments - moumethodist.org She was introduced to the church and to the UMC while attending Indiana Grace UMC as a college student. Together they have 3 children, Aria and newborn twins: Tre (William III) and Wesley! He lived in Maryland for sixteen years until he moved to New Jersey with his wife, Hanna, in 2018. Mark has served churches in Washington, DC, Chicago, IL, Jersey City, and Hoboken, NJ. Erica (Milone) Munoz was ordained an Elder in Full Connection in 2012. He is a graduate of Westminster College (New Wilmington, Pa) and Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. He has been serving the Hackensack United Methodist Church as a youth pastor since 2018, where he found himself growing with the community. Her cross-cultural experiences have been formative in ministry, embodying the beauty in diversity and the harmony in differences. He graduated from Drew University with an M.Div. Rayis a committed follower of Jesus and a Certified Lay Servant/Speaker who retired after 40 years at Du-Co ceramics. Moon received an M.Div degree from Drew Theological Seminary and Th.M from Yonsei University. Olive Baptist Church in Coraopolis, and Mt. Previously, he served as the pastor at Cokesbury United Methodist Church and Fairmount United Methodist Church. The Holy Spirit has bestowed Sharon with the spiritual gifts of faith, teaching/preaching and leadership. Dr. Lloyd and Marguerite Terrell. HyunHui Kim was born, raised, and educated in South Korea. Stay up-to-date on important announcements, events and more. She has remained in both, just a different context. ____ _____ United Methodist Church, not . 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. PDF APPOINTMENTS ASSIGNMENTS 2021- 2022 Fixed June 6, 2021 Bishop Sandra L He is passionate about evangelism and church growth. 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. and D. Min. Gary Capen as Associate Pastor, less than full-time, at Gold Canyon United Methodist Church, Gold Canyon, AZ, effective February 1, 2023, per 346.1 and 357.6 of the 2016 United Methodist Book of . Click here to search by department. It is comprised of the Sykesville: Grace, Pleasant Valley and Falls Creek United Methodist churches. She is a Stephen Leader and graduated from the Academy for Spiritual Formation in April 2016. In his leisure, he likes to read, listen to podcasts, and hike with his wife, Emily, and two sons, Quentin, and Rhett. from Drew Theology School. Since 2017, he has been serving Bountiful UMC of Martinsville. Appointments are for one-year periods. Six years later, he was also appointed to Hamilton Memorial UMC and has served both churches as Senior Pastor since his appointments. In theory, a pastor could be appointed to a different location each year. Chamberlain was previously. After receiving her call to ministry Christine started off preparing herself for her second career. These appointments, as well as additional appointments to be announced at a later date, will be officially fixed during the 2021 North Alabama Conference that will take place online June 4-5. He is currently a student at Drew Theological School working toward his M. Div. Pastor Lookup - North Carolina Conference of The United Methodist Church 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. United Methodist Pastor. Joe is married to Denise with four amazing children: Gabby, Curtis, Paul, and Claire. While serving in youth ministry in Coraopolis, Richard experienced a clear sense of calling to vocational ministry. OUR LORD UMC - Welcome She has been teaching the Old Testament in different seminaries including WTS, Moravian Theological Seminary and New Brunswick Theological Seminary. How Does the Appointment Process in the United Methodist Church work Shehas completed coaching training, is actively coaching several clergy, leads a PaCE group and is a circuit elder. Currently, he is in a Doctoral of Ministry program at Drew Theological Seminary. Noelle is a nurse in NICU at Emory Hospital. These are different, yet related. Iraida finds joy in listening to folk seeking God amid life circumstances. 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 preschool continues to enjoy a season of stability and improvement. 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.