March 13, 2017 . Article IV) with the formation of open itineracy ( 425.1). Appointments are listed in the back of the Directory beginning on page 121. 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. For a while, the congregation met at the schoolhouse until a building could be constructed. from Methodist Theological University in Seoul, South Korea, and his M. Div. They are humbled that God would use them to equip spiritual leaders in Western Pennsylvania and in the world. in 2016. Sanggeun Jo, also called Sam, was born and raised in South Korea where he served as a pastor of the English Ministry at Chungdong First Methodist Church in Seoul. While working towards his license in mental health, he began working for a community mental health agency. (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) 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. Most recently, he completed a certificate program at Cornell University in Diversity & Inclusion. In his spare time, he enjoys reading, fishing, taking long walks, traveling, and visiting historical sites. D) was born and raised in Mineral Point, PA in the Johnstown area). She graduated from Clarion-Limestone High School and holds two associate degrees, one in Carpentry and Construction Technologys and one in Business Marketing and Management. She received her bachelors degree from Clemson University and has an MA in Theater History and Criticism from Ohio University and an MS in Library and Information Studies from Florida State University. Part-time and full-time clergy appointments sometimes occur outside the traditional appointment season. He was raised in South Korea and earned a BS from Seoul National University, a M.Th. He enjoys music, especially playing the piano, guitar and drum, and sports. Presently, he serves as Circuit Leader in the Central District, Journey of Hope Team, and the Conference Council on Finance and Administration. College Avenue UMC (CAUMC) is a new congregation formed from College Hill UMC and Beaver UMC. He enjoys sports and spending time with his daughters. 803 Main Street. Abbreviations under the status column are as follows: AL Administrative Location This has become a church that continues to grow by achieving harmony between the English-speaking and Korean-language congregations. Iraida finds joy in listening to folk seeking God amid life circumstances. John also successfully founded and operated two small businesses. She has been teaching the Old Testament in different seminaries including WTS, Moravian Theological Seminary and New Brunswick Theological Seminary. Jims father, also a pastor, led him to Jesus. Iraida earned an M. Div. He currently works as manager of the Freeport Senior Center. Sheenjoys stamping, knitting and gathering with friends over good food. 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. She is also the doting human to her dogs, Rocky and Robyn Fenty. This is his second appointment on the Washington District. Here is the low down on the process: United Methodist pastors are appointed to a church or churches on a yearly basis. Alan S. Darby is a South Jersey native, born in Ocean City and raised in Haddon Heights. Richard and his wife, Paula, began teaching Childrens Bible Studies to neighborhood children, helping many of them to know the love and saving grace of Jesus. She also graduated from Clarion University of PA with a BS in elementary education and a MS in special education. Having a passion for business, economic empowerment, and education, Anson holds a BS in Finance from New Jersey Institute of Technology. He has been serving as a Hospice Chaplain as well as in several churches as a Licensed Local Pastor. She is aNative of Fort Smith, Arkansas who was raised in New York City and graduated from the State University of New York at Stony Brook with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English Literature. 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. 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 Drew Theology School. Linda Applegate is a retired Elder in full connection from Lacey UMC. 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. Sung Chun has a passion for worship, small group, community outreach, and mission. 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 enjoys being together with family, mission experiences, steam trains, shelling, music, and creative arts. He and his wife, Beverly, have 3 grown children: Chris, Andy, and Bethany. Tim has served as pastor of First United Methodist Church in Hammonton, NJ, since 2018. Fromthere, he felt that God was calling him to full time ministry. from the United Theological Seminary. He is married to Katie Kim, and theyve got a baby on the way, due in April. in English from Rutgers University. He graduated with an M.Div. In her spare time, she loves caring for her dog Bailey, her only child. He believes people are important because for them Jesus came, died, and was raised. Ivelisse has 2 sons, an additional son and daughter, and a 3-year-old grandchild. He has been a lawyer in New York since 1993. He is married to Amanda and they have three daughters, Auden, Amelia, and Beatrice. Mary Jo Gould has lived in the town of Beaver most of her life. degrees from Methodist Theological University in Seoul, South Korea, and his M. Div. GET IN TOUCH. During her ministry, she launched three new faith communities and a second campus in Palisades Park. at Wesley Theological Seminary in DC and a Ph.D. in Biblical Studies at Drew University. He obtained a master of social work from Monmouth University. He is the son of The Rev. After high school, he worked as a home health aide until 1989 and then drove tractor-trailers until 2016. United Methodist Pastor. With his spouse, Rev. Her dissertation title is Relational Realism and Theopolitics: A Post-Oppositional Theology of Social Identities. Kristine Melius has spent over 15 years of her life working and serving in the United Methodist Church. Clifford has served in many roles within the United Methodist Church; President of the Board of Trustees, President of the Nehemiah Project, and currently serves as the vice chair on the conference Council of Finance and Administration. Aside from his pastoral calling, you may find Charlie staying active swimming, running, or going to the gym. 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. 10:00AM | Sunday School (Suspended) 11:00AM | Worship Services . He lived in Maryland for sixteen years until he moved to New Jersey with his wife, Hanna, in 2018. Since 2016, she has been appointed to Westmont UMC. She is also a mother and wife. United Methodist pastors are sent, not called or hired. Powered by WordPress. Bo received his BM in Guitar from Johns Hopkins University (Peabody) and MDiv. "Itinerancy" refers specifically to the commitment by pastors to go and serve wherever their bishops send them. He has been a member of many choirs and finds that there is nothing like singing for the Lord. She has a daughter, Alexandra, and her husband, Kevin, has two children and grandchildren. Prior to this appointment, she was the lead pastor at Centenary UMC in Lambertville and Linvale UMC in Ringoes. Abbreviations under the status column are as follows: AL Administrative Location Brian Roberts served GNJ as District Superintendent for 8 years, working with the Cape Atlantic District and other congregations. The Norrisville United Methodist Church is a vital small membership congregation in the rural village of Norrisville in Crawford County. He earned his M. Div. Joyce currently serves as a Lay Servant in the Connellsville District. Since then, she has served many wonderful churches throughout Hunterdon County. In 1972, John Suh moved from South Korea to South Bronx, NY. OUR MISSION IS HELPING PEOPLE FIND THEIR WAY BACK TO GOD . from Wesley Theological Seminary. Ninabeth is married to Ken and they have three adult children, a cat, and two Golden Retrievers. Everyone Is Welcome. She received her pastoral training at Princeton Theological Seminary. Brandon is passionate about making disciples, growing disciples, developing vital congregations, empowering lay leadership, next gen ministry, and mission-driven social witness and engagement. Numbers indicate year(s) in appointment. The Vacation Bible School is always a big hit with the children in the church and community, and our Peach Social and specialty fundraiser dinners are a community highlight. 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. Eight recovery groups use the church building during the week. Ronell Howard was born in Fort Smith, Arkansas and is a proud Razorback. New Appointments: Local pastors are often bi-vocational, living out their ministerial call in the local church and in their field of employment. His has a passion for seeking justice in local communities and navigating through the tough questions of the Christian faith. He is passionate about connecting the resources of God to the needs of people with faithful Christ followers. from Drew Theological School. Intentional Missional Alignment Process Task Force, Staff-Parish Relations Committee Evaluation Video. McKnight UMC is located in the southern part of Ross Township high on a hilltop just east of McKnight Road in the McKnight Village neighborhood. He earned a Bachelors degree in theology from the North Carolina College of Theology. Robyn has been bringing Gods Word to Gods people for over 35 years through worship, youth, kids ministry and teaching Sunday School. He has faithfully served at Tuckerton UMC, West Creek and Brookville UMCs, and Ballard UMC. Hyungkoo was born and raised in South Korea. 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. Box 850, Alcoa, . Since then, Penns Woods church has joined with Christ to continue their mission ofKnowing Christ and making Him known.. Zachary Taylor has served as pastor of New Hope Penns Grove since 2018. Ephesians 4:11-12 has framed his calling: to equip the saints to do the work of ministry. Joyce attended the Course of Study at Methodist Theological Seminary. 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.) Dr. Sammy Arroyo and is blessed with a son, Gabriel and daughter, Adeline. Numbers indicate year(s) in appointment. Kay and her husband Edvard are the proud parents of four children, and their beloved Pekehund, Sulli. Sean is happily married to Jean Younglim Park, and a grateful father of two sons: Jimin and Joseph. Evan was born and raised on the coast of Maine and loves the ocean, reading, spending time with his children, and music. Melissa D. Shortridge, Superintendent 1298 Washington St. East, (PO BOX 764), Lewisburg, WV 24901 . She is ordained in the Wesleyan Church and received a Ph.D. in Practical Theology from Princeton Seminary, focusing on spiritual formation. He earned a bachelors degree from Temple University in 1990 and an M.Div at Palmer Theological Seminary in 2011. Date Announced: October 2, 2022. Jessica Brendler Naulty has served as the pastor of the UMC of Red Bank since 2014. She is also experienced in ministry with children, youth, and young adults. Her hobbies are contemplative photography, golf, crafting, and fur baby Sally. Worship shifted to online during the pandemic, and that has continued even as in-person worship has returned. Her call is to remind you that You are loved! and to make disciples of Jesus Christ, baptizing in his name. Tiffany S. Murphy moved from the Midwest in 1995 to the East Coast to pursue her bachelors in music in Boston, and MDiv, DMin from Palmer Seminary. 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. Pictorial Directory Clergy: You may make changes online to your address and phone numbers by visiting https://unity.vaumc.org/ and use your EVC Username and Password to access. He received his M. Div from Drew Theological School in 2014 and his B.A. In addition, Bo has been serving as a youth pastor at Calvary KUMC since 2018. She has served on various GNJ boards, as circuit elder, and facilitator for the Leadership Academy and Local Pastors School. Brandon and his wife have two adult children. 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. He currently serves on the District Committee on Ordained Ministry. She previously has worked as a youth minister in the Warwick United Methodist Church and in the Hillsdale United Methodist Church. GREENBRIER DISTRICT The Rev. Linda previously served with the wonderful members of First Toms River and Cedar Grove, Toms River UMC. 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. Garner, NC 27529. 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. She received a Th.M. Sunghyuk is happy to serve the Lord with his wife, Joy who is serving Bridgewater UMC as a Music Specialist. Rev. Dutilh UMC was born in 1844 when two farming families started worshiping together in a barn. (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 . Denise was instrumental as part of a church-plant and a church revitalization effort. He serves on the Delaware Bay District Committee on Ordained Ministry. He has lived in Valencia, Clarion, Franklin, New Castle, and Butler, and has made New Castle his home. Projected Appointments 2021. April 11, 2021 Bishop Debra Wallace-Padgett and the Cabinet announce the following full-time clergy appointment changes to take effect July 1, 2021. She serves on the Metro-Highlands District Committee on Ministry, as a Circuit Elder, and on the Commission on Christian Unity and Inter-Religious Concerns. Greenock United Methodist Church is a growing congregation in Elizabeth Township, Allegheny County. After graduating from high school, his path took him on the long road to becoming a licensed mental health therapist. EXTENSION & OTHER APPOINTMENTS for Church Revitalize. She received her B.A. Tim is a storyteller who is passionate about storytelling and creativity in the worship experience, by integratinginnovative ways to communicate the Good News. She loves spending time with family and friends and is the queen of spoiling her two dogs, Rocky and Robyn Fenty. 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. Leslie was born at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in Western Ohio and she grew up in Exmouth, Western Australia. In her downtime, she loves hiking, running, cooking, and spending time with her partner and family. He is also a highly talented musician who can play piano, guitar, and drums. Bishop John Hopkins announces the following clergy appointments for the Northern Illinois Conference of The United Methodist Church, effective July 1, 2021 (unless otherwise noted): 2021 Appointment Book. HyunHui Kim was born, raised, and educated in South Korea. Bishop Elaine J.W. She believes that the church should be without borders and a welcoming place for everyone to find acceptance, love and respect. Denise, along with her husband Joe, created Jackson Arts Ministry which serves the Jackson area. 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 planted a Korean church within a traditional English-speaking church where he conducted multicultural and multi-ethnic ministries centered around the Bible. Rev. 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. It is comprised of the Sykesville: Grace, Pleasant Valley and Falls Creek United Methodist churches. 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 has served in local church ministry for 21 years in a variety of roles. 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. He is a lifelong resident of Lawnside, NJ and has served the community for twenty-nine years as Councilman, and also as President of Council. She will be replacing Hector Burgos who was elected a bishop and will be serving the Upper New York Conference. Andi and her soon-to-be husband are excited to step into a new season of marriage and ministry together! They have two adult children, Alyson and Nathan. He has passion for growing stewardship, working with congregations on models for vital ministry, and coaching. As a native of South Korea, Michelle has served as the pastor of the First UMC of Ridgefield Park, in Ridgefield Park, NJ for 17 years. Greenock is a prayerful and loving congregation, where welcoming all into Gods family is the foundation of everything they do for the Kingdom. In practice, an average would be that a pastor would serve 5 to 7 years at one location. Several capital improvements have been made over the last few years, including air conditioning in the sanctuary and a large kitchen renovation. Bishop Debra Wallace-Padgett and the Cabinet. He has served at GNJs Praise Band, Walk to Emmaus CELE Spiritual Leader (Hispanic/Latin Community), GNJCUIR Board, Delaware Bay District DCOM member, Trinity First Hope Center VP, Communications Team President in Puerto Rico, and others. 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. 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. He cannot stop praising God for how the Lord uses him to broaden the Kingdom of Heaven. Clergy in The United Methodist Church commit to serve where their bishop appoints them. While serving as a United Methodist pastor in Norwalk, CT, she facilitated the joining of two churches to form Cornerstone Community Church. Lark was born in Guyana South America and received her M.Div. Jims mother opened him up to a new outpouring of the Holy Spirit. Kate Hillis is an ordained elder and has served as lead pastor of UMC Madison, Hopewell UMC and Lumberton UMC, and as the Childrens pastor at Kingston UMC. Prior to ministry, John had thirty years experience in management, specializing in training, facility management, and conflict resolution. He is a graduate of Drew University with a Master of Divinity. He has led youth ministry in two United Methodist churches and was leader for campus ministry at NJIT, Rutgers-Newark, and Essex County College. 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. Sean Seokman Park has been serving Korean Community Church of New Jersey as an associate pastor for about eight years. United Methodism has an open itineracy. Other hobbies of Schuylers include cooking, baking, and most importantly singing. They have a strong belief the church is more than worship in the sanctuary, and they take that belief out into the community. She also obtained a Certificate in Youth and Young Adult Ministry from the Boston Theological Institute. Box 50517, Fort Worth, Texas 76105. Kendra was an ordained elder in full connection at the 2021 annual conference. Cameron is passionate about building unique and meaningful communities rooted in the radical and humble love of Christ. from Boston University School of Theology. Pleasant, Pennsylvania, where he graduated from Connellsville Area High School. 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. 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. Children under 5 are welcome to the Nursery. He enjoys music, Baduk, table tennis, riding bike, camping, etc. Since 2020, Tiffany has served as the Pastor of New Egypt UMC and Cookstown UMC in Central New Jersey. He has served Belvidere UMC, Broadway UMC, Port Colden UMC, and McCrea Memorial UMC in Port Murray. He received his B.A. Nicole loves playing tennis, gardening in the summer, and cooking for people. Han, as ever, enjoys coffee and donuts with the people he loves and spending time with them. Prior to that, she served Winslow, Elm, and Grace Union Churches. P.O. 217 South Rankin Road, Alcoa, TN, 37701 P.O. She served as a Local Pastor there under Rev. He served as Associate Pastor of the UM Community Churches Charge for four years. 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. They have decided to formalize the kindred spirit that already exists among them. Jessica is the proud mother of two amazing children, Alyssa and Kristie. She has remained in both, just a different context. Chamberlain was previously. After answering a call to ministry, Tony studied philosophy at Spring Arbor University and led student worship at the Jackson Interfaith Homeless Shelter. His goal is to serve God to the best of his ability with Gods help. In the past, she has served at Wesley UMC in South Plainfield as an assistant pastor. A devoted wife to her husband, Brian and mother to her children, Jessica, Courtney, and Nicholas, Sharon finds joy in creation, music, and movement. He is currently a Drew Theological Seminary MDiv student and a Bi-Vocational Pastor working at the local church in multicultural settings. Appointments effective July 1, except where noted. Ronell looks forward to working with churches and leaders in GNJ, as she will become more vital and culturally competent. 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). Ronell Howard will be the new District Superintendent starting January 1, 2023, for the Central District which covers from Trenton, New Jersey to the Jersey Shore.
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