in 2003. He has completed Clinical Pastoral Education (Level 1) at Morristown Medical Center. Jana Purkis-Brash is currently serving as the Executive Director of the Stewardship Foundation of GNJ. 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 enjoys talking sports and current events with friends. The Rev. Upon returning to New Jersey, Christine served churches in the Freehold area, western Hunterdon County, and in Gloucester County. More. He enjoys family, friends, and sports but most of all he enjoys seeing and participating in the move of the Holy Spirit. Jims mother opened him up to a new outpouring of the Holy Spirit. 10:00AM | Sunday School (Suspended) 11:00AM | Worship Services . Epworth supports mission efforts in their community and beyond. In his leisure, he likes to read, listen to podcasts, and hike with his wife, Emily, and two sons, Quentin, and Rhett. Bishop Delores J. Williamston and the members of the Appointive Cabinet are in the process of making appointments for the 2023-24 conference year. Since 2017, Charlie has been appointed to both Malaga and Porchtown UMC. Rayis a committed follower of Jesus and a Certified Lay Servant/Speaker who retired after 40 years at Du-Co ceramics. He then enrolled in Drew University Theological School where he earned a M.Div. Rebecca was born in Rome, N.Y. and lived in Massachusetts, North Dakota and New York while her father served in the Air Force, before settling in Santa Clara, California her senior year of high school. Eric is an Elder in the United Methodist Church and has been serving the church as a pastor under appointment since July of 1989. Ninabeth Metcalf is an ordained elder in the UMC. Mark loves photography, biking, traveling with his wife Meredith, rock climbing with his daughter Elise, and laughing with his daughter Nora. Blair has a background in the performing arts and is also a landscape artist. 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. She previously has worked as a youth minister in the Warwick United Methodist Church and in the Hillsdale United Methodist Church. He has 3 beautiful children, an excellent partner in ministry- his wife Jennifer, 2 cats, and a dog. Together they have 3 children, Aria and newborn twins: Tre (William III) and Wesley! Kristine Melius has spent over 15 years of her life working and serving in the United Methodist Church. Melissa D. Shortridge, Superintendent 1298 Washington St. East, (PO BOX 764), Lewisburg, WV 24901 . from Palmer Theological Seminary and an M.A. He served as Associate Pastor of the UM Community Churches Charge for four years. The beautiful Richardsonian inspired building was completed in 1902. Sanggeun is passionate about how to grow spiritually in the works of the Holy Spirit and to live out Jesus-Centered life daily. in History and Education from Eastern University and holds an M. Div from Candler School of Theology. He earned a bachelors degree from Temple University in 1990 and an M.Div at Palmer Theological Seminary in 2011. from Drew Theology School. Click here to view the 2022-2023 appointments (pdf) - Last update: 6/13/2022 at 11:45 a.m. Facebook; Twitter; Instagram; RSS; Offices/Staff. Married to her partner in ministry, Bill, she is mom to Jason, Casey and Jeanette. Both of her parents are retired UMC Elders. Nashville TN 37206. 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. from Methodist Theological University in Seoul, M.Div. Iraida is a Certified Spiritual Director, a Lewis Community Leadership Fellow, and a Spiritual Inventory Certified Practitioner. i am new here. Cameron and his wife, Kelsie celebrate their 10th wedding anniversary this year and have two children, Samuel and Matheson along with their dog, Tucker. P.O. Names in all capital letters indicate new appointments. She believes that the church should be without borders and a welcoming place for everyone to find acceptance, love and respect. Rev. The church is a strong, loving, and active community of believers who work together in all programs and projects of the church. John R. Huey was born in Connellsville and grew up in Morrell. She loves spending time with family and friends and is the queen of spoiling her two dogs, Rocky and Robyn Fenty. John Wesley Morrison has served GNJAC in pastoral and academic ministry for 38 years. With strong lay leadership, the congregation enjoys close fellowship and vital worship. Marco has accumulated a wealth of experience in pastoral care of Methodist congregations, preaching, church music, community development projects, and education. The nursery is at end of the hall on the right. Kay has served on several boards: the Connectional Table, Ethnic Local Church Concerns, Palisades District Poverty Task, and is a circuit elder. At the age of 12, Andrew powerfully experienced the Holy Spirits transforming grace, as he received Jesus into his heart at Jumonville Camp. Ronell looks forward to working with churches and leaders in GNJ, as she will become more vital and culturally competent. Rev. For a while, the congregation met at the schoolhouse until a building could be constructed. ____ _____ United Methodist Church, not . Josh is an ordained elder and has served as the pastor of First United Methodist Church of Williamstown since 2016. He also studied a Ph.D. at Drew Theological School, majoring Early Church History. She previouslyserved as the Lead Pastor of Christ United Methodist Church in Piscataway, NJ. She began her ministry in GNJ as the Worship Leader at Lifegate Church in Somers Point, NJ, and then became their Assistant Pastor. Jimin is in college. Her dissertation title is Relational Realism and Theopolitics: A Post-Oppositional Theology of Social Identities. Previously, he served with distinction churches of various sizes, ranging from small membership churches to large membership churches with multi-staff. United Methodist Church. Coolspring and Ramsaytown United Methodist Churches are located in the northern part of the Indiana district. Gwiseok Lee was born and raised in South Korea. Roger Applebee from 1998-2002. She has a daughter, Alexandra, and her husband, Kevin, has two children and grandchildren. Jim is a retired elder of the Eastern PA Conference. She raised two beautiful children, Joshua and Noelle. Appointment or Charge Name Clergy/Pastor Name Status Appt Years Coastal District Superintendent David W. Thompson FE 5 Akin Memorial UMC Richard E. Turner RE 8 From the Bishop; Cabinet; 2023 Appointment Workbook; . During Donna's ministry . Deb Epley, currently pastor at Lester's Chapel in Columbiana, will become pastor of Talladega First United Methodist Church. A new graduate of Harvard Divinity School, Heather Wakefield grew up in small towns in Pennsylvania (Crawford County), West Virginia, and Southeast Ohio. 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. For many years they have been served by retired Associate Member Alice McClymonds, who retired once more in December 2021. He is passionate about casting and sharing the vision with church members, identifying their gifts, and inviting them to the place where they can serve God and Gods people. He has a passion for learning spiritual growths and the disciplines for congregational life. Bishop Debra Wallace-Padgett and the Cabinet announce the following clergy appointment changes to take effect July 1, 2022. . She is passionate about the living word of God in scripture and believes we can make it relevant to our present lives. Andi and her soon-to-be husband are excited to step into a new season of marriage and ministry together! Sean is happily married to Jean Younglim Park, and a grateful father of two sons: Jimin and Joseph. Rick Owen will have new duties in their Cabinet-level appointments for the United Methodist North Alabama Conference. Dr. Joy Arroyo grew up in Michigan in the Wesleyan tradition. SERVICES. He retired in 2020. Sean was ordained as an elder at GNJ in 2014. After seminary, Alan served as campus ministry staff with InterVarsity Christian Fellowship and has served UM churches in Sharptown, Collingswood, Elmer, and Sicklerville. 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. She hopes to use her enjoyment of creativity and writing for the benefit of the church. After high school, he worked as a home health aide until 1989 and then drove tractor-trailers until 2016. Everyone Is Welcome. She served as a short-term missionary in Papua, New Guinea before returning to the States to work in different secular positions. She has grown ministries wherever she has served. She leads by example, whilst empowering others to grow and develop the skills necessary to be strong leaders. 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. Leslie M. Foland will be assigned to supply the Diamond/Tryonville Charge beginning July 1, 2022. William is a doctoral student in the Penn Chief Learning Officer Program at the University of Pennsylvania. The Courtney Memorial Library provides Christian literature and great literature to the preschool, church, and community. They strive to create a place where Jesus Christ can always be found through the presence of the Holy Spirit. Bo Hwan Wang was born in South Korea and moved to Maryland when he was ten years old. Sunghyuk has served Arcola Korean UMC in various ministries as an Assistant Pastor and is currently serving Wesley UMC in Edison as a Lead Pastor. The son of a United Methodist pastor, Eric has been nurtured in the rhythms, practices, and priorities of the churchs ministry throughout his life. Pedro Pillot attended Asbury UMC, Camden from age eight. Part-time and full-time clergy appointments sometimes occur outside the traditional appointment season. Bud Fickley was born and raised in Pittsburgh, PA where he graduated from Taylor Allderdice High School. He attended University of Hawaii and finished at NYU with a degree in English Lit. As a lifelong United Methodist, Scott Cliffton grew up serving in the church. Linda J. Stephan From: Northern Waters District Traverse City Central UMC (Associate Pastor) To: Western Waters District Traverse City Central UMC (Lead Pastor). Core Values of Appointment Making by the East Ohio Conference Cabinet. 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. United States. He has served Belvidere UMC, Broadway UMC, Port Colden UMC, and McCrea Memorial UMC in Port Murray. He currently serves on the District Committee on Ordained Ministry. from Rutgers University, and when he finally answered the calling from the Lord, he was awarded with an M.A. A. Byungil has been married for 23 years to his wife Hyenjung Moon, and has two children, Jane and Chloe, both are college students. Ronell Howard was born in Fort Smith, Arkansas and is a proud Razorback. While serving as a United Methodist pastor in Norwalk, CT, she facilitated the joining of two churches to form Cornerstone Community Church. Wil is married to Ashley Wilson, a US-2 alum and Candler graduate. After graduating from high school, his path took him on the long road to becoming a licensed mental health therapist. 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. Epworth is a small church with a big heart. United Methodist Pastor. She is also the doting human to her dogs, Rocky and Robyn Fenty. 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. Appointments in The United Methodist Church By: Rev. He has been blessed to serve at Trinity in Spotswood (1999-2010) and Jackson Church (2010-present). Mark has served churches in Washington, DC, Chicago, IL, Jersey City, and Hoboken, NJ. Sunghyuk Kim was born in Seoul, South Korea, and spent his elementary years in La Palma, California. Ephesians 4:11-12 has framed his calling: to equip the saints to do the work of ministry. Schuyler is also an On-Site Project Manager for SGS & CO, and works at Sabra Dipping Company in White Plains, NewYork. He loves to play a variety of sports including baseball, basketball, soccer, and bowling. 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 . Joseph is a senior in high school. Brandon is passionate about making disciples, growing disciples, developing vital congregations, empowering lay leadership, next gen ministry, and mission-driven social witness and engagement. Eli is a dad and stepdad to four unique persons: Lianette, Ana Maria, Ezequiel, and Misael. 2022 Appointments | United Methodist Church of Greater New Jersey 2022 Appointments November 13, 2022 Ronell Howard has been selected as the Central District Superintendent 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. Presently Ronell is a part of the Metro Highlands Regional Team working to develop clergy and congregations in that region and overseeing A Journey of Hope to end the sin of racism for GNJ. They have three children, and eight grandchildren. Patrick Labenyimoh was born and raised in Nigeria, in the United Methodist tradition. Dr. Sammy Arroyo and is blessed with a son, Gabriel and daughter, Adeline. Stanovsky intends to appoint the Rev. Sammy Arroyo recently served as senior pastor at the First United Methodist Church of Hightstown. Date Announced: October 2, 2022. She is married to the Rev. An experienced worship leader and musician, he has served multiple churches for over ten years. in Biological Sciences and Computer Information Systems. Han, as ever, enjoys coffee and donuts with the people he loves and spending time with them. Jacob was born in West Virginia and moved to Pennsylvania early in his childhood. 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. She and her husband, Matt, have two children, Madelyn 9 and Braelon 6, and a Goldendoodle named Hazel. She started Lay Speaking in 1993, completed Licensing School in 1998 and was appointed that same year to the Dawson Charge. In the 1900s, a new building was constructed on property purchased on Savannah Gardner Road, where the present building is located. She studied at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School where she met her husband, Jin. 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. College Avenue UMC (CAUMC) is a new congregation formed from College Hill UMC and Beaver UMC. He graduated from Seoul National University with a degree in Atmospheric Science and received an M.div from Drew Theological School in 2019. She and her husband, a UMC clergy, have been serving several churches together for the last 26 years. She has a passion for making the Word of God accessible by presenting the Gospel in freshand creative ways. from Drew Theological School. from Yonsei University in Seoul and earned her M.Div. Chamberlain was previously. Sung Chun received his Bachelor of Theology at Methodist Theology University in Seoul, Korea, and his Master of Divinity from Drew Theological School. Wayne moved to the United States in 1977 from Jamaica. 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. Married since 2002 to Melody, who is also a United Methodist pastor, Jim has taught Disciple as well as classes in Wesleyan heritage for several years in the local church and in the district school of lay servant ministries. Brenda Walker received her M.Div from Pittsburgh Theological Seminary and was ordained in 2007. 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 has a Masters of Divinity from Drew University. Bishop Debra Wallace-Padgett and the Cabinet. The Rev. Nebo Church was founded in 1877 and Fairview Church in Graysville was founded in 1848. Ivelisses first career was financial analysis. Richard Owens was born and raised in Coraopolis, PA and surrendered his life to Jesus in 1991. 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. Debbe graduated from Wesley Theological Seminary COS. She is passionate about ministries that connect the community with God by meeting people where they are in life. Eliezer Franqui was born in New Jersey and raised in Camuy, Puerto Rico. She has an M.Div from Drew University and a B.A. Ralph has served churches in Newark, NJ, Atlantic City, NJ, Neshanic Station, NJ, and Hillsborough, NJ. Along with this position, Eddie has served in ministry for 20 years in a number of capacities. These appointments will be effective July 1. Shehas completed coaching training, is actively coaching several clergy, leads a PaCE group and is a circuit elder. Eddie is currently serving as Pastor of Discipleship at St. Johns UMC in Turnersville where he has served the last three and half years. Virginia Conference The United Methodist Church. His education is from Lycoming, Gordon Conwell, United, and the Mid-Atlantic Foundation Leadership Academy. in Liberal Arts from SUNY, Old Westbury. 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. Tiffany began serving in the Church when she was just fourteen as a worship leader. "Open itineracy means appointments . He graduated with a BSME in Mechanical Engineering from Grove City College. 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. He believes people are important because for them Jesus came, died, and was raised. & Ldr Dvlp (Cent-reville) Tammie E. Crews US Army Deputy Com- She has served on various GNJ boards, as circuit elder, and facilitator for the Leadership Academy and Local Pastors School. Eunjis bountiful pastoral experiences, ranging from children to adults, have made her passionate for multigenerational ministry that connects all ages collaboratively. Personal interests include music, sports, reading and spending time with grandkids. He and his wife have three lovely daughters. They enjoy time with family and friends. HyunHui Kim was born, raised, and educated in South Korea. The six congregations support each others ministries as well as cooperate together on many joint mission projects and worship experiences. 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. Sean Seokman Park has been serving Korean Community Church of New Jersey as an associate pastor for about eight years. Jessica L. Spiker was born in Pittsburgh and raised in the Smithfield area, where she attends Smithfield United Methodist Church. Powered by WordPress. 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. 2 . Charlie received his B.A. Appointments effective July 1, except where noted. John married the love of his life and later went to law school in at Boston University. He uses his passion in arts and music to serve God wherever he can go. The Rev. They have three grown children and four granddaughters. She loves helping individuals and families grow in their relationship with God and one another. Brian Roberts served GNJ as District Superintendent for 8 years, working with the Cape Atlantic District and other congregations. In 2011, Ivelisse answered her call to ministry and joined the MDiv Program at Drew Theological Seminary, graduating in 2015. He is married to Pastor Jacki Pillot, pastor of Trinity UMC, Merchantville where they live with their two toddlers. In his spare time, he enjoys reading, fishing, taking long walks, traveling, and visiting historical sites. 11:03 AM on Jun 3, 2022 CDT. Sarah Borgstrom Lee has been serving in ministry in Greater New Jersey for more than 10 years. He is married to Juree with two beautiful daughters: Ria and Roa. Nebo and Fairview United Methodist churches are both small membership congregations in rural Greene County. UMCPastor.org. Support of local community organizations and ministries is also an important aspect of their ministry. Gwiseok is a passionate and positive individual who tries to grow a loving congregation. He enjoys running and time with his family. 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. 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. John also successfully founded and operated two small businesses. The Heartland Crossroads Cooperative Parish is a fellowship of six small town and rural congregations (Albion: Calvary; Conneautville: Valley; Espyville; Hickernell; Palmer and Franklin Center). He is also a highly talented musician who can play piano, guitar, and drums. Her undergraduate degree is from DePauw University in Greencastle, Indiana. David Lake was born in Franklin, Pa. and graduated from Franklin Jr. Sr. High School, where he felt his call to ministry during his senior year. Linda received her MDiv. He lived in Maryland for sixteen years until he moved to New Jersey with his wife, Hanna, in 2018. He relaxes by fishing and going on nature walks and is also an avid runner. Brad Chamberlain as Pastor of Magnolia United Methodist Church in Seattle, Washington beginning July 1, 2020. They are humbled that God would use them to equip spiritual leaders in Western Pennsylvania and in the world. Eli has served passionately in music, outreach, and evangelism but preaching the Gospel is what drives his Wesleyan call. Holston Conference of The United Methodist Church. Lark McCalman has been fortunately blessed and anointed to serve as pastor to the vibrant and Spirit filled congregation of Park Avenue St. Johns UMC since 2018. After graduating, he served Asbury UMC, Camden until 2020 when he was appointed to Fieldboot UMC. He enjoys music, Baduk, table tennis, riding bike, camping, etc. She and her husband, Don have one daughter, Leah and two grandchildren. She also has experience as a Circuit Elder, chair of COSROW, DCOM chair, BoOM chair and registrar. Their ministries include a womens group and a mens prayer breakfast. Rev. Rob was born and raised in Franklin, PA. But he has fought that sense of calling, not knowing what such a calling would mean or require. She completed an M.A in English Literature at the University of California, Riverside with a focus in Medieval and Renaissance Literature. This ministry offers excellent, low-cost performing arts and enrichment classes to children of all ages, while building self-esteem and pointing all we do to Jesus Christ. 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. Presently, he serves as Circuit Leader in the Central District, Journey of Hope Team, and the Conference Council on Finance and Administration. Melissa Rynders, Missional Strategist and Superintendent of the East District, announced that Bishop Carlo Rapanut intends to appoint Rev. Prior to answering her call, she taught high school Environmental Science, and still finds joy and awe in the complexity of Gods amazing creation. Retired Elder Bruce, agraduate of Asbury College and Asbury Theological Seminary, was ordained in 1976 as a deacon and an elder in 1979. 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. Ivelisse G. Castellano-Bishop is a native of Puerto Rico. The Norrisville United Methodist Church is a vital small membership congregation in the rural village of Norrisville in Crawford County. CENTRAL TEXAS CONFERENCE of The United Methodist Church. Kendra was an ordained elder in full connection at the 2021 annual conference. United Methodism has an open itineracy. Greenock believes in taking everything to the Lord in prayer, giving thanks for Gods abundance. Adam was born in Pittsburgh and spent his entire life in the Western Pennsylvania Annual Conference. He has lived in Valencia, Clarion, Franklin, New Castle, and Butler, and has made New Castle his home. Prior to that, he served in a cooperative parish that included five churches in the Gateway South District. Greenock United Methodist Church is a growing congregation in Elizabeth Township, Allegheny County. After receiving a BA from John Wesley College in Greensboro, NC, he completed work on an M.Div from Asbury Theological Seminary. A womens group continues to thrive. Full-time and part-time licensed local pastors under appointment are . She is also a fun-in-law to three wonderful adults, and Babcia to five grandchildren. He has two degrees from Boston University, a bachelors in hospitality administration and a Masters of Divinity. Box 850, Alcoa, . He enjoys pickleball, kayaking, and exercise. Since then, Penns Woods church has joined with Christ to continue their mission ofKnowing Christ and making Him known.. Jung Ung Moon is a church planter, great preacher, spiritual leader and church developer. Crayon packets are available with the ushers for the children. Or you may email any updates/corrections to LynHarding@vaumc.org Change Address Here After graduating from Connellsville High School in 1970, he studied Social Studies and took classes at Pitt and Fairmont State University, where he graduated in 1982. from Wesley Theological Seminary.
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