This act of ministry is in fulfillment of . Ronell looks forward to working with churches and leaders in GNJ, as she will become more vital and culturally competent. Zion charge consists of Luthersburg UMC, Home Camp UMC, Salem UMC and Dubois: Mt. Develop a Safe Sanctuaries Task force or team in the local church. She attended Greater Works Outreach School of Ministry, focusing on outreach ministry and pastoral counseling. Appointment Announcements 2021 | West Virginia Conference of the United Methodist Church Home | News | Appointment Announcements 2021 Appointment Announcements 2021 Posted April 4, 2021 By WV UMC Admin It is the intention of Bishop Sandra Steiner Ball to appoint (or assign) the following persons effective July 1, 2021, unless otherwise noted. He has been serving the Hackensack United Methodist Church as a youth pastor since 2018, where he found himself growing with the community. He loves participating in kids programs even sponsoring his own puppet ministry. Mark loves photography, biking, traveling with his wife Meredith, rock climbing with his daughter Elise, and laughing with his daughter Nora. For many years he served as a Certified Lay Speaker and filled the pulpit in many churches in the Crawford County area. Most recently, he completed a certificate program at Cornell University in Diversity & Inclusion. Appointments in The United Methodist Church She has been teaching the Old Testament in different seminaries including WTS, Moravian Theological Seminary and New Brunswick Theological Seminary. He enjoys music, Baduk, table tennis, riding bike, camping, etc. PDF Appointments - VAUMC Len understands the intricacies of the small membership church, especially working within multi-point charges. Tony Nelsen was born and raised outside of Cleveland, Ohio. Clifford and his wife, Sonia have three adult children and five grandchildren. Hyungkoo was born and raised in South Korea. 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. Byungil has been married for 23 years to his wife Hyenjung Moon, and has two children, Jane and Chloe, both are college students. He graduated from Drew Theological School, where he earned an M.Div. Marco has accumulated a wealth of experience in pastoral care of Methodist congregations, preaching, church music, community development projects, and education. Wil has served as pastor of the First UMC of Freehold, NJ since 2018. She along with her husband Victor have two children, Joseph age 21 and Juliette age 16. 2022-2023 Mississippi Conference Appointments *Revised as of July 8, 2022. He is also a highly talented musician who can play piano, guitar, and drums. Eli has served passionately in music, outreach, and evangelism but preaching the Gospel is what drives his Wesleyan call. Conference Appointments | Desert Southwest Conference Port Allegany is locatedabout 20 minutes from Olean, NY and 15 minutes from Coudersport, PA. He works towards fostering a benevolent community where all are welcome and belong. Josh is an ordained elder and has served as the pastor of First United Methodist Church of Williamstown since 2016. She previously served several local churches in GNJ and taught at Palmer Theological Seminary. One of Calebs joys as a United Methodist has been serving alongside his brother and father. (GCFA) of The United Methodist Church. 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. He is currently serving a 2-point charge in Newark at the Trinity and St. Matthews United Methodist Churches. Gwiseok is a passionate and positive individual who tries to grow a loving congregation. He attended Seminary at Duke Divinity School and graduated in 2019 with his M.Div. in Secondary Education and History from Rowan University, and M.Div. The Sheakleyville/Calvary Charge is a new alignment of churches in the Franklin district; Sheakleyville UMC, North Salem UMC and Calvary UMC in Greenville. New appointments posted to this page Tuesdays at 10 a.m. during appointment season, which often begins in mid-February and continues through early May. from Claremont School of Theology, and an STM from Drew Theological School. He lived in Maryland for sixteen years until he moved to New Jersey with his wife, Hanna, in 2018. She also has experience as a Circuit Elder, chair of COSROW, DCOM chair, BoOM chair and registrar. Today our congregation is composed of people of many countries the United States of America, England, Spain, Ireland, Canada, Germany, Ecuador, Mexico, Hungary, Guatemala, and others. The tradition goes back to Methodism's founder, John Wesley. His family consists of his beloved wife Diana and their children David and Gabriela. 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. Appointments. Appointment Changes. In her free time, Ronell lovesto travel, garden, draw/paint, and follow all things Star Wars and Marvel Cinematic Universe. They assist with the clothes closet at the local schools. That string says, "remember me when you are considering Church of the Wonderful Opportunity UMC .". She is married to Chong and they have a son, Mathew who is married to Ellen. 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. ~ MIphoto/Jonathan Trites. 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. Oregon-Idaho | Appointment Announcements Jim grew up in Tyrone PA and preached his first sermon at his home church when he was 16 years old. New appointments . In her spare time, she is a quilter and a reader of mysteries. A demonstrated leader, he serves as a UMC Pastor and also serves on the GNJ Board of Higher Education and Campus Ministries. When he finished preaching, he felt God's call to ordained ministry. He enjoys singing, listening to music and sports, especially table tennis and soccer. Appointment Announcements March 27, 2023. 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. Lark was born in Guyana South America and received her M.Div. Clear Opens - Minnesota Conference of The UMC Sugar Grove UMC also supports the community through the Manross fund. Currently, he is in a Doctoral of Ministry program at Drew Theological Seminary. Mark has served churches in Washington, DC, Chicago, IL, Jersey City, and Hoboken, NJ. Contact us. He loves kayaking and being outdoors and connecting with the communities he serves. Iraida earned an M. Div. Nancy Shute. Church and Society; Circle of Care; Discipleship; Hispanic/Latino Ministries; Lay Servant Ministries; Leadership; . Bernie and Debbie are glad to be back home in the town where they were born and raised. He is currently a Drew Theological Seminary MDiv student and a Bi-Vocational Pastor working at the local church in multicultural settings. Megachurch seeks exit over appointment strife - United Methodist News The mission embraced by the congregation is to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of Butler, PA, and beyond. As a pastor, Bo hopes to use dentistry as a tool to proclaim the gospel of Jesus Christ, share Gods love, and serve the neighbors in need. Riverside UMC is located in Roulette, PA. 700 Waterfield Ridge Place. Faith Community United Methodist Church has been serving the Rochester area since 1867. She and her husband, Matt, have two children, Madelyn 9 and Braelon 6, and a Goldendoodle named Hazel. from Methodist Theological University in Seoul, M.Div. (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) . As a person of faith, he believes in a holistic ministry of the people of God, and always stands for justice and growth. Sunday School for all ages is at 10 am and Sunday worship service is at 11 am from the fall to the spring. The churches are committed to doing ministry in their communities and together as a charge. An experienced worship leader and musician, he has served multiple churches for over ten years. Since 2016, she has been appointed to Westmont UMC. Upon accepting her call to ministry, Ronell attended Princeton Theological Seminary where she focused on practical theology. Kpadeh is versed in immigration issues, truancy, homelessness, parenting, and mental health counseling services. He adopted his familys multigenerational calling to extend Gods Kingdom and take care of His people. 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. John Wesley Morrison has served GNJAC in pastoral and academic ministry for 38 years. . Ralph is a child of God. Inviting people to receive the hope filled promise of eternal life and the gift of the Holy Spirit inspire Jim's ministry. Elis pastoral journey has helped him cultivate traditional and contemporary worship experiences, as well as a variety of church ministries. The practice also gives clergy an opportunity to share their gifts and calling with the cabinet as the discernment . Kay identifies community outreach, spiritual formation, and pastoral care as some of her gifts in ministry. As a pastor, he has a passion for the outcast and the misfit and teaching hope in an age of uncertainty. 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. 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. Paul Stephens (FL) From: Medicine Lodge To: Withdrawal From District: Wichita West Date Announced: 04-28-2023 Date of Move: 07-01-2023 Bev Baumgartner (OF) From: Wichita West Heights associate To: No Appointment Bishop. They have been an active ministry partner with the other churches in Port Allegany to care for the needs of the community. Raised in Mt. Appointment List | West Virginia Conference of the United Methodist Church His has a passion for seeking justice in local communities and navigating through the tough questions of the Christian faith. Meet our Bishop. Jung Ung Moon is a church planter, great preacher, spiritual leader and church developer. He has served at several United Methodist churches all in the WPA Conference and he currently serves at Crosstown Ministries at Punxsutawney. Bud Fickley was born and raised in Pittsburgh, PA where he graduated from Taylor Allderdice High School. She is passionate about making the Scriptures come alive and have meaning for the daily lives of her congregation. From 2010-2019 Len began serving as a part-time Local Licensed Pastor in the Ferndale Charge. Rainier United Methodist Church and St. Helens First UMC. Dr. Joy Arroyo grew up in Michigan in the Wesleyan tradition. Along the way he received a Bachelor of Science degree in public administration from Slippery Rock State College and worked as a local government administrator for the City of Altoona and the Borough of Clarion. Rev. Deborah Barnett has served local churches, several districts, and the conference in various ways as a lay person before becoming a pastor. in Communications and is looking forward to receiving her M.Div. Her hobbies are contemplative photography, golf, crafting, and fur baby Sally. Sung Chun has a passion for worship, small group, community outreach, and mission. Upon returning to New Jersey, Christine served churches in the Freehold area, western Hunterdon County, and in Gloucester County. He serves on the Delaware Bay District Committee on Ordained Ministry. The churchs stated mission is to love God and call people to become His disciples to make a difference in our world. She has served on various GNJ boards, as circuit elder, and facilitator for the Leadership Academy and Local Pastors School. He received his B.A. She is passionate about the living word of God in scripture and believes we can make it relevant to our present lives. Jim spent the next 10 years "wrestling with God" before going to seminary. Since 2020, Tiffany has served as the Pastor of New Egypt UMC and Cookstown UMC in Central New Jersey. Click here for a listing of Clergy Code Abbreviations McKellar, John (FE) From: White's Chapel ( East) To: Withdrawn Pastor Deb answered the call to ministry while a member and youth leader of Laketon Heights UMC in Penn Hills. She is passionate about connecting with and meeting the needs of those in her congregation, and working collaboratively with her church to serve those in their local community. They enjoy time with family and friends. In 2014 she was appointed to Aldersgate UMC in East Brunswick and has served as the Chair of the Raritan Valley District Committee on Ministry, Secretary of the GNJ Board of Pensions and Health Benefits and is currently a Circuit Elder in the Metro Highlands region. He has served Belvidere UMC, Broadway UMC, Port Colden UMC, and McCrea Memorial UMC in Port Murray. The Iowa Annual Conference of The United Methodist Church. The churches are committed to reaching out to the communities with the love of Jesus Christ. Scott and his wife, Amanda, have six children and love camping and going to the beach. Appointment & Retirement | Northern Illinois Conference RELATED: For United Methodists' top court, 2024 is the new 2020 According to the latest tally by United Methodist News Service, nearly 2,500 congregations have disaffiliated from the denomination since 2019. Prior to that, he served in a cooperative parish that included five churches in the Gateway South District. Yoseb Jeon is a relational pastor who is eager to see Gods abundant grace and love in our daily living. . She is married to the Rev. Get all the info you need to know about the May 6th Special Session. It is an amazing adventure to step out in faith and offer the hope and healing of Christ. He graduated from Seton Hall with a B.A. 2022 Appointments and Retirements Bishop John Hopkins announces the following clergy appointments for the Northern Illinois Conference of The United Methodist Church, effective July 1, 2022 (unless otherwise noted): 2022-2023 Appointment Book 2022 Extension and Appointments Beyond the Local Church Report January Announcements She is currently serving at Christ UMC. New England Conference Center. He graduated from Drew University with an M.Div. He has led youth ministry in two United Methodist churches and was leader for campus ministry at NJIT, Rutgers-Newark, and Essex County College. She enjoys watching Korean dramas with her husband Josh, and playing in the backyard with her two small boys, Jeremiah and Jonathan. He is passionate about connecting the resources of God to the needs of people with faithful Christ followers. Appointment List | West Virginia Conference of the United Methodist Church Home | News | Appointment List Appointment List Posted February 6, 2023 By WVUMC News It is the intention of Bishop Sandra Steiner Ball to appoint (or assign) the following persons effective July 1, 2023, unless otherwise noted. Both of her parents are retired UMC Elders. Six years later, he was also appointed to Hamilton Memorial UMC and has served both churches as Senior Pastor since his appointments. We come from many branches of ChristianityReformed, Anglican, Lutheran, Methodist, Roman Catholic, and Baptist, to name a fewand we also have seekers in . from Union Theological Seminary in New York. 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. Appointments effective July 1, except where noted. Appointments are effective July 1 unless otherwise noted. In her free time, Kay enjoys reading, traveling, and spending time with family and friends. Moving: Jul 01, 2023. 980 Madison Avenue Norristown, PA 19403 Ph: 800-828-9093 Fax: 610-666-9093 Email. He currently serves on the District Committee on Ordained Ministry. She has remained in both, just a different context. Disaster Donation. She serves on GNJ agencies, is a circuit elder, candidacy mentor, and is in the final stages of a DMin at Drew. After prayer and consultation with the Cabinet, Bishop LaTrelle Miller Easterling has made the following appointments. in 2003. Find out more information about events here! She has served at Christ UMC in Piscataway for the past four years. Larry Corner grew up in Crawford County. He enjoys pickleball, kayaking, and exercise. The core values of the congregation best depict their vision for this ministry: Jodie is a native of New Castle and has been part of the United Methodist Church all of her life. The churches are located in the northeast corner of Johnstown District in Clearfield County. The Book of Discipline of The United Methodist Church gives the responsibility for appointment-making to the bishop and district superintendents of the Annual Conference. Ann is currently working at Ross Dress for Less. news article How do clergy appointments get made? Gina Kim has served in full-time ministry for over 24 years, as a youth pastor, associate pastor, senior pastor and district superintendent for the United Methodists of Greater New Jersey. Since September 2019, Marco serves as pastor of the First United Methodist Church of Asbury Park. Cameron has been serving Cranford United Methodist Church since 2014 and currently serves on the Raritan Valley District Committee on Ministry. and Th.M. She loves helping individuals and families grow in their relationship with God and one another. For details on specific appointments contact the corresponding district superintendent. He then completed a Master of Divinity degree from Wesley Theological Seminary. The First United Methodist Church has been serving the needs of Monongahela since 1813. 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. Though not originally a family of pastors, they all heard their call to ministry at similar times. While serving in pastoral ministry Jim felt God's call to attend law school and use those gifts to support his ministry with the elderly and at-risk children. Shehas completed coaching training, is actively coaching several clergy, leads a PaCE group and is a circuit elder. In his spare time, he enjoys reading, fishing, taking long walks, traveling, and visiting historical sites. Married to her partner in ministry, Bill, she is mom to Jason, Casey and Jeanette. Janice has worked with the Search for Christian Maturity and the 4thDay Reunion Retreats since 2002, and continues to serve on the Search Retreat as a spiritual advisor. 2020-2021 Ministerial Appointments - South Carolina UMC Pastor Robert Bay Allen is the son of a pastor, who has a passion for church revitalization and new starts, and a commitment to helping others live into their potential in Christ. Bishop and Cabinet announce full-time appointment changes Making Disciples of Jesus Christ for the Transformation of the World, United Methodist Church of Greater New Jersey, Pathways for Fruitful and Healthy Ministry, 2021 United Methodists of Greater New Jersey. The community took its name from the Methodist Church building that it surrounded. He is married to Radeyah Terrell and is the proud father of 5 beautiful children Kyla, Yohan, Ralph, Preston, and Ronald. Report inappropriate content. Michelle is committed to supporting transformational leadership opportunities for people of any culture or gender. This document is susceptible to change at any time by the episcopal office. She has served at Neshanic, Sergeantsville, and Washington UMC. James is passionateabout creative worship, student ministries and the discipleship of new believers. Linda Applegate is a retired Elder in full connection from Lacey UMC. in History and Education from Eastern University and holds an M. Div from Candler School of Theology. 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. Rapid covid test in Madrid, not at the airport - Tripadvisor Along with this position, Eddie has served in ministry for 20 years in a number of capacities. First Church is a multi-campus, community-driven church located in Butler, Pennsylvania. We have a casual service and traditional service to allow for various types of worship and communion is served the first Sunday of every month. He has two degrees from Boston University, a bachelors in hospitality administration and a Masters of Divinity. 2023 Appointments | United Methodist Church of Greater New Jersey Aug 1976 - Dec 200529 years 5 months. Her cross-cultural experiences have been formative in ministry, embodying the beauty in diversity and the harmony in differences. Tony is reimagining worship with a focus on multiplying small groups, virtual ministries, and community outreach. SUBSCRIBE NOW. He has served in local church ministry for 21 years in a variety of roles. He moved to the Western PA Conference in 1989 and was ordained Elder in 1991. If you dont have a church home, we invite you to consider us to be your church home. From: Open Door Churches of Salem-Keizer. Serving in the heart of Cranberry Township, the congregations vision is to form a community where everyone is known by name, loved for who they are, and empowered to follow Jesus Christ. I suggest you do a quick google search to locate a test centre close to where you are staying. Ronell loves watching Korean dramas, drawing, painting, travel, and eating chicken wings. Upon graduation, she was appointed as the GNJ Coordinator of Children, Youth and Young Adult Ministries and Safe Sanctuaries. Anson believes that the Gospel is transformative; it can change individuals, communities, and the world for the better. from Drew Theological School and was ordained while serving at Hasbrouck Heights and Paterson. NEWS. Len has been married to his beautiful wife Deborah for 2.5 years. Whitney is currently a resident in nearby Elizabeth Township. Brandon is passionate about making disciples, growing disciples, developing vital congregations, empowering lay leadership, next gen ministry, and mission-driven social witness and engagement. In addition to playing the piano, guitar, and drums, he is a vocalist. Since 2017, he has been serving Bountiful UMC of Martinsville. Her dissertation title is Relational Realism and Theopolitics: A Post-Oppositional Theology of Social Identities. He ministers with congregations to share Gods love in their local communities and, via connectional and ecumenical missions, to the wider world. Rev. His favorite phrase is God will make a way where there seems to be no way. He is married to his wife Odaisy, and they have two children, Gaby, and Matthew. Scott has a servant heart and believes that whenwe let Gods love work through us, we can share that love with others. Nicole loves playing tennis, gardening in the summer, and cooking for people. Evan was born and raised on the coast of Maine and loves the ocean, reading, spending time with his children, and music. He is currently a student at Drew Theological School working toward his M. Div. Han, as ever, enjoys coffee and donuts with the people he loves and spending time with them. Blair and wife Joan have partnered in ministry for over twenty-five years with experience in Sunday school, VBS, drama ministry, and youth leadership. (2) The pastor in charge shall be conferred with concerning the prospective appointee. God is calling the Owatonna United Methodist church to be a family that invites, cares for, and reaches out to all. He graduated from Franklin Area High School in 1985 and from Clarion University in 1991. She raised two beautiful children, Joshua and Noelle. Jim enjoys walking, reading and spending time with his adult son Michael. His parents moved the family to the neighboring school district when Dayton was his last three years of high school, partly so Dayton could experience a bigger school before college. His education is from Lycoming, Gordon Conwell, United, and the Mid-Atlantic Foundation Leadership Academy. PDF Pastoral Appointments 2022-2023 - Sgaumc He is married to Pastor Jacki Pillot, pastor of Trinity UMC, Merchantville where they live with their two toddlers. North Carolina Conference of The United Methodist Church from Drew Theological School. Previously, he served as the pastor at Cokesbury United Methodist Church and Fairmount United Methodist Church. Archives & History. He attended University of Hawaii and finished at NYU with a degree in English Lit. Later, she attended the Vet Tech Institute in Pittsburgh, where she earned an associate degree in veterinary technology. She has a passion for making the Word of God accessible by presenting the Gospel in freshand creative ways. Updated Fall 2022 with church relationships - thank you for your patience as we add status for retirees and extension appointments. Gratitude is what Jim feels for the Lifegate Church for offering this opportunity to again pursue my passion and my calling. He is married to Heea Lee and they have two adorable kids, Evelyn and Henry. 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. The Luthersburg/Mt. 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. He came to the United States in 2021 and has served at Covenant UMC in Plainfield, NJ as a Seminary Intern. Sung Chun Ahn was born and raised in South Korea in the Korean Methodist tradition. 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. This Downtown Campus boasts the original stained-glass windows, an amazing pipe organ, and significant connection to the community through a weekly feeding ministry and a ministry center that partners with local community organizations to provide assistance to families in our area. With some congregations considering leaving The United Methodist Church or just wondering about its future, Ask The UMC offers a series of questions and answers to help . While in seminary she led the youth ministry program at Broad Street UMC in Burlington and then transitioned into senior pastoral ministry in 2014. Re: Rapid covid test in Madrid, not at the airport. 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. Only those ministerial members who are retired or who have been granted a sabbatical leave, a disability leave, or a leave of absence do not receive an appointment. He graduated from Hyupsung University in South Korea with Bachelor of Theology from Hyupsung University, and from Drew Theological School with an M.Div. Both congregations share an intentional discipleship plan that includes many short term small group studies, as well as promoting opportunities for service and witness. Names in all capital letters indicate new appointments. 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 graduated from Seoul National University with a degree in Atmospheric Science and received an M.div from Drew Theological School in 2019. 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 will be graduating from Drew Theological School in the spring of 2022. 2022 Appointments | United Methodist Church of Greater New Jersey