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. The Butler North Charge looks forward to all that God will continue to accomplish through its ministry in the days ahead. They have a strong belief the church is more than worship in the sanctuary, and they take that belief out into the community. Greenock believes in taking everything to the Lord in prayer, giving thanks for Gods abundance. Other hobbies of Schuylers include cooking, baking, and most importantly singing. 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. 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. Dutilh UMC was born in 1844 when two farming families started worshiping together in a barn. Bishop Debra Wallace-Padgett and the Cabinet announce the following clergy appointment changes to take effect July 1, 2022. . She has served as the pastor for the Panther Valley Ecumenical Church and Knowlton UMC. He has the heart to engage and increase the vitality of worship. A demonstrated leader, he serves as a UMC Pastor and also serves on the GNJ Board of Higher Education and Campus Ministries. He enjoys music, Baduk, table tennis, riding bike, camping, etc. 800-849-4433 (Toll-Free) 919-773-2308 (Fax) NC Conference of. He relaxes by fishing and going on nature walks and is also an avid runner. She started Lay Speaking in 1993, completed Licensing School in 1998 and was appointed that same year to the Dawson Charge. Joshua and his wife, Songbee, are also pursuing their MDiv at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School. at the Evangelical Seminary of Puerto Rico with prior preparation in design and fine arts. Upon returning to New Jersey, Christine served churches in the Freehold area, western Hunterdon County, and in Gloucester County. Eli is a dad and stepdad to four unique persons: Lianette, Ana Maria, Ezequiel, and Misael. Rev. She also served for 5 years as a chaplain at Trenton Psychiatric Hospital and 6 years as a staff consultant for Ministry Architects. He attended seminary at MTSO, graduating in 1998. Personal interests include music, sports, reading and spending time with grandkids. In The United Methodist Church, clergy agree to serve where their bishop appoints them. They believe in "Outrageous Love and a Radical Hospitality.". from Methodist Theological University in Seoul, M.Div. Sung Chun has a passion for worship, small group, community outreach, and mission. OF THE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH . 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. Eli has a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Technologies and holds a masters degree in Environmental Health. Prior to ministry, John had thirty years experience in management, specializing in training, facility management, and conflict resolution. Jims father, also a pastor, led him to Jesus. He then enrolled in Drew University Theological School where he earned a M.Div. He is also blessed to be the husband of Lins Rosado, his beloved Lina. He enjoys music, especially playing the piano, guitar and drum, and sports. Virginia Conference The United Methodist Church. She succeeds her husband, Local Pastor Richard Foland, who will begin serving Meadville: Grace Woodcock. Sharon has been serving as pastor of congregational care at Trinity, Hackettstown and as a Chaplain in hospice care. He then attended Mount Union College (now the University of Mount Union) and upon graduation continued his education at United Theological Seminary. He and his wife, Beverly, have 3 grown children: Chris, Andy, and Bethany. at Wesley Theological Seminary in DC and a Ph.D. in Biblical Studies at Drew University. Kay and her husband Edvard are the proud parents of four children, and their beloved Pekehund, Sulli. Or you may email any updates/corrections to LynHarding@vaumc.org Change Address Here Central Texas Conference UMC 2022 Appointment Updates . 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. The son of a United Methodist pastor, Eric has been nurtured in the rhythms, practices, and priorities of the churchs ministry throughout his life. She previously served as a childrens pastor and is currently serving as a youth pastor at Olivet UMC. After high school, he worked as a home health aide until 1989 and then drove tractor-trailers until 2016. Ralph has served churches in Newark, NJ, Atlantic City, NJ, Neshanic Station, NJ, and Hillsborough, NJ. But he has fought that sense of calling, not knowing what such a calling would mean or require. degrees from Methodist Theological University in Seoul, South Korea, and his M. Div. College Avenue UMC (CAUMC) is a new congregation formed from College Hill UMC and Beaver UMC. In the 1900s, a new building was constructed on property purchased on Savannah Gardner Road, where the present building is located. 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. Croyle: Mt. Donald Smith, the Rev. Since 2017, Charlie has been appointed to both Malaga and Porchtown UMC. His father Daniel was a blue collar worker and his mother Pauline was the secretary at the Presbyterian church they attended from the time Matthew was in high school. He is currently a Drew Theological Seminary MDiv student and a Bi-Vocational Pastor working at the local church in multicultural settings. 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. After receiving her call to ministry Christine started off preparing herself for her second career. She earned an MA in Religion and is a licensed local pastor. He graduated from Franklin Area High School in 1985 and from Clarion University in 1991. Blair and wife Joan have partnered in ministry for over twenty-five years with experience in Sunday school, VBS, drama ministry, and youth leadership. Jim Carvers passion is to preach and teach the good news of Jesus Christ through the Word of God. Prior to that, she served Winslow, Elm, and Grace Union Churches. Rev Bruce Davis pastoral gifts and his passion for preaching Gods Word will assist this strong, laity-led congregation in continuing its important presence in its community. He attended Princeton Theological Seminary and focused on political theology and philosophy. He graduated with a BSME in Mechanical Engineering from Grove City College. 400 South Eufaula Ave. Eufaula AL 36072. Bishop Debra Wallace-Padgett and the Cabinet. Denise Tiedemann has been serving the United Methodist Church for over 20 years. 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. Prior to that, he served in a cooperative parish that included five churches in the Gateway South District. He is married to Radeyah Terrell and is the proud father of 5 beautiful children Kyla, Yohan, Ralph, Preston, and Ronald. She has remained in both, just a different context. After graduating from high school, his path took him on the long road to becoming a licensed mental health therapist. She and her husband Dave have a grown son and daughter. UMCPastor.org. He is passionate about connecting the resources of God to the needs of people with faithful Christ followers. In 2015 was received as a Full Elder of Greater New Jersey. In 2010, he began teaching public school andserved in Youth Ministry for St. Andrew UMC. He is the son of The Rev. Transition Pastor: D. Todd Schlechty (1) Associate: Hyungkyun Kim (2) FL . Zachary Taylor has served as pastor of New Hope Penns Grove since 2018. in History and Education from Eastern University and holds an M. Div from Candler School of Theology. Article IV) with the formation of open itineracy ( 425.1). in 2017. 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 Ninabeth graduated from Drew Theological School with a Masters of Divinity and from the Rhode Island School of Design with a Bachelor of Fine Arts. She was introduced to the church and to the UMC while attending Indiana Grace UMC as a college student. Suzanne Katschke and the Rev. Her cross-cultural experiences have been formative in ministry, embodying the beauty in diversity and the harmony in differences. For many years they have been served by retired Associate Member Alice McClymonds, who retired once more in December 2021. GET IN TOUCH. Her dissertation title is Relational Realism and Theopolitics: A Post-Oppositional Theology of Social Identities. Nicole Oh was born in Seoul, Korea, and moved to Michigan in her teen years when she also met Christ. Core Values of Appointment Making by the East Ohio Conference Cabinet. Dr. Lloyd and Marguerite Terrell. Wils ministry began in Fargo, ND, serving as a US-2 missionary with Global Ministries from 2011-13. Sharons call is a direct reflection of her spiritual journey that authenticates her witness to the promise of a new life in Christ. Her undergraduate degree is from DePauw University in Greencastle, Indiana. Since then, Penns Woods church has joined with Christ to continue their mission ofKnowing Christ and making Him known.. Reverend Marco Depestre was born in Haiti to a family of nine children of the late Reverend & Mrs. Marco Depestre Sr. Called to ministry after a career in the field of agronomy, after theological training and ordination to ministry of the Word and Sacrament, he served as pastor in Jamaica and later in Haiti. 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. 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. Ordained in the Baptist tradition in 2007, Richard has pastored Tried Stone Baptist Church in Aliquippa, Mt. He graduated with an M.Div. Several capital improvements have been made over the last few years, including air conditioning in the sanctuary and a large kitchen renovation. from Drew Theological School, and is finishing his S.T.M from Drew Theological School. He has servedat Archer United Methodist Church in Allendale since 2015 as the Assistant Pastor. April 11, 2021 Bishop Debra Wallace-Padgett and the Cabinet announce the following full-time clergy appointment changes to take effect July 1, 2021. Susan E. Hitts From: Northern Waters District Harbor Springs UMC She has a daughter, Alexandra, and her husband, Kevin, has two children and grandchildren. from Duke Divinity School. Michelle holds a Master of Divinity from New York Theological Seminary. 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. Appointments in The United Methodist Church By: Rev. He is married to Sandra, who has been his ministry partner and is now serving on staff at Central UMC-Linwood. Braden Memorial United Methodist Church. Kay identifies community outreach, spiritual formation, and pastoral care as some of her gifts in ministry. Although Fairview and Nebo have always been small in numbers, their strength is in their commitment to God and the communities they serve. Prior to his appointment at Williamstown, he servedSt. Johns United Methodist Church in Turnersville for 10 years as the Youth Director and Associate Pastor. His family consists of his beloved wife Diana and their children David and Gabriela. An experienced worship leader and musician, he has served multiple churches for over ten years. 11:03 AM on Jun 3, 2022 CDT. His education is from Lycoming, Gordon Conwell, United, and the Mid-Atlantic Foundation Leadership Academy. He is a graduate of Westminster College (New Wilmington, Pa) and Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. Melissa D. Shortridge, Superintendent 1298 Washington St. East, (PO BOX 764), Lewisburg, WV 24901 . With his spouse, Rev. 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.) Joyce attended the Course of Study at Methodist Theological Seminary. Find out more information about events here! 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. Epworth is a small church with a big heart. In addition, Bo has been serving as a youth pastor at Calvary KUMC since 2018. (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) Under Alices ministry they have come to value personal relationships, biblical preaching and community ministry. 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. He enjoys talking sports and current events with friends. Roger Applebee from 1998-2002. Mark loves photography, biking, traveling with his wife Meredith, rock climbing with his daughter Elise, and laughing with his daughter Nora. He has a passion for learning spiritual growths and the disciplines for congregational life. 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). Rest assured that Greenock UM Church loves you and welcomes you. The Rev. The six congregations support each others ministries as well as cooperate together on many joint mission projects and worship experiences. For a while, the congregation met at the schoolhouse until a building could be constructed. Richard Owens was born and raised in Coraopolis, PA and surrendered his life to Jesus in 1991. Charlie received his B.A. Linda Applegate is a retired Elder in full connection from Lacey UMC. Greenock is a prayerful and loving congregation, where welcoming all into Gods family is the foundation of everything they do for the Kingdom. Dr. Sammy Arroyo and is blessed with a son, Gabriel and daughter, Adeline. Adam was born in Pittsburgh and spent his entire life in the Western Pennsylvania Annual Conference. She is married to Chong and they have a son, Mathew who is married to Ellen. Worship shifted to online during the pandemic, and that has continued even as in-person worship has returned. The Rev. He has lived in Valencia, Clarion, Franklin, New Castle, and Butler, and has made New Castle his home. Sammy Arroyo recently served as senior pastor at the First United Methodist Church of Hightstown. Rev. New Appointments: from Boston University School of Theology. The preschool continues to enjoy a season of stability and improvement. After answering a call to ministry, Tony studied philosophy at Spring Arbor University and led student worship at the Jackson Interfaith Homeless Shelter. Ronell Howard was born in Fort Smith, Arkansas and is a proud Razorback. Tony is now attending Rutgers Law School and hopes to reimagine what serving the Church as a pastor lawyer looks like. Upon accepting her call to ministry, Ronell attended Princeton Theological Seminary where she focused on practical theology. He also has long been engaged in interfaith-dialog with Jews and Muslims. He graduated from Hyupsung University in South Korea with Bachelor of Theology from Hyupsung University, and from Drew Theological School with an M.Div. Pleasant, Pennsylvania, where he graduated from Connellsville Area High School. 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. Numbers indicate year(s) in appointment. His wife (of 45 years) has helped him grow as a person of faith, a husband, a father and grandfather, a friend and a pastor. Ivelisse G. Castellano-Bishop is a native of Puerto Rico. Greenock is a casual, friendly and caring church. He is currently pursuing a Master of Divinity degree at Drew Theological Seminary. Denise, along with her husband Joe, created Jackson Arts Ministry which serves the Jackson area. To: Dresden - Sr. Pastor . More. 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. Prior to this appointment, she was the lead pastor at Centenary UMC in Lambertville and Linvale UMC in Ringoes. Denise was instrumental as part of a church-plant and a church revitalization effort. He is an active ordained elder appointed at Fourth United Methodist Church, Millville. Her call is to remind you that You are loved! and to make disciples of Jesus Christ, baptizing in his name. Retired Elder Bruce, agraduate of Asbury College and Asbury Theological Seminary, was ordained in 1976 as a deacon and an elder in 1979. Local pastors are often bi-vocational, living out their ministerial call in the local church and in their field of employment. Wil enjoys time with family and Philly sports, especially the Philadelphia Eagles. Ronell looks forward to working with churches and leaders in GNJ, as she will become more vital and culturally competent. From an early age, God began speaking and moving in his life. 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