About Us . College Avenue UMC (CAUMC) is a new congregation formed from College Hill UMC and Beaver UMC. She is passionate about social justice and loves to read and to travel around the world with her family to better appreciate and understand her neighbors. 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. Appointments effective July 1, except where noted. He has passion for growing stewardship, working with congregations on models for vital ministry, and coaching. Sarah Borgstrom Lee has been serving in ministry in Greater New Jersey for more than 10 years. Meet our Bishop. Pastor Sally Bell was born and raised in Altoona, Pa. She attended West Virginia University in Morgantown, earning a bachelor degree in journalism. A demonstrated leader, he serves as a UMC Pastor and also serves on the GNJ Board of Higher Education and Campus Ministries. and Th.M. She knew she would not always stay in the classroom, but she anticipated she would remain in education, probably moving to administration. He is married to Juree with two beautiful daughters: Ria and Roa. Andi and her soon-to-be husband are excited to step into a new season of marriage and ministry together! The initial charter of the First United Methodist Church in Butler was in 1825. He remains open to the Spirits call as he discerns and accepts this appointment at Johnstown First. The mission of the Church is to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world. photo: Paragould First UMC Read the stories Mission u 2022-2023 Mississippi Conference Appointments *Revised as of July 8, 2022. Aside from his pastoral calling, you may find Charlie staying active swimming, running, or going to the gym. A faithful adult Sunday School and a childrens church spearhead the emphasis on continuing Christian education. 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. Mailing Address. The practice also gives clergy an opportunity to share their gifts and calling with the cabinet as the discernment . Since then, Penns Woods church has joined with Christ to continue their mission ofKnowing Christ and making Him known.. from Yonsei University in Seoul and earned her M.Div. He graduated from Drew University with an M.Div. He has served at several United Methodist churches all in the WPA Conference and he currently serves at Crosstown Ministries at Punxsutawney. He will be graduating from Drew Theological School in the spring of 2022. Moving: Jul 01, 2023. Office. A devoted wife to her husband, Brian and mother to her children, Jessica, Courtney, and Nicholas, Sharon finds joy in creation, music, and movement. Linda Applegate is a retired Elder in full connection from Lacey UMC. The Wattsburg/Phillipsville Charge is composed of two small congregations in the borough of Wattsburg and in the rural village of Phillipsville. He currently serves on the District Committee on Ordained Ministry. . Click here to view a complete list of ministerial appointments for The Michigan Conference, effective July 1, 2022. For details on specific appointments contact the corresponding district superintendent. Lark was born in Guyana South America and received her M.Div. Kay and her husband Edvard are the proud parents of four children, and their beloved Pekehund, Sulli. Throughout her time in ministry, Andi has worked hard to develop thriving youth ministry and adult small group programs. He received his M.Div in 2004 from the Theological School at Drew University. Sanggeun is passionate about how to grow spiritually in the works of the Holy Spirit and to live out Jesus-Centered life daily. Faith Community United Methodist Church has been serving the Rochester area since 1867. Bay has been married to his lovely wife Mary since 2004, whom he met in 1998 as a theater major at IUP; he is also father to one daughter (Kailey, 16), and a son (Gavin, 8). He is married to Sandra, who has been his ministry partner and is now serving on staff at Central UMC-Linwood. in Religious Education from New York Theological Seminary. Her call is to remind you that You are loved! and to make disciples of Jesus Christ, baptizing in his name. Kendra Balliets calling to ministry was not her first vocation. This document is susceptible to change at any time by the episcopal office. Wil is married to Ashley Wilson, a US-2 alum and Candler graduate. Clergy (Appointed/Active) Use the search function below to find a person, or scroll through the list sorted last name. Bernie Fuska has served as an ordained minister in the Church of the Brethren since 1975. She worked as a research technician in the Cancer Research labs at Allegheny General for more than 20 yrs. Hyungkoo was born and raised in South Korea. 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. For the first 20 years of employment, Kendra was a teacher. from Claremont School of Theology, and an STM from Drew Theological School. Cameron has been serving Cranford United Methodist Church since 2014 and currently serves on the Raritan Valley District Committee on Ministry. Wesley United Methodist Church is situated in the urban suburb of Wesleyville in the Erie Metro Area. Churches, Districts & Clergy Appointments Appointments to Local Churches since July 2, 2022 Appointments to Local Churches since July 2, 2022 (4/19/2023) Appointments to Local Churches as of July 1, 2022 Appointments to All Wisconsin Local Churches Appointments to North Central District Appointments to North East District He enjoys running and time with his family. The United Methodist Church's Judicial Council weighed in on whether withdrawing clergy must surrender their credentials. Michelle holds a Master of Divinity from New York Theological Seminary. Sunday worship is at 10 am during the summer. They are enjoying time here with blended family members including six children and thirteen grandchildren. 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. He attended University of Hawaii and finished at NYU with a degree in English Lit. Her research focuses on faith formation in households and the intersections of spirituality and well-being. Appointments Appointments Bradley Curtis From: Lincoln First - Sangamon River District To: Abandonment of Appointment Effective Date: 9/30/2022 Michael Peter Paulson From: Morton - Illinois River District To: Medical Leave Effective Date: 3/1/2023 Diwan Tiwade From: Mount Auburn - Sangamon River District To: Discontinuation of Assignment Jung Ung Moon is a church planter, great preacher, spiritual leader and church developer. Hi, here is a list of testing sites from the US Embassy in Spain: Bud Fickley was born and raised in Pittsburgh, PA where he graduated from Taylor Allderdice High School. After graduating from Pennsauken High School in 2009, he attended Drew University College of Liberal Arts where he received a BA in Comparative Religion in 2013. I suggest you do a quick google search to locate a test centre close to where you are staying. from Rutgers University, and when he finally answered the calling from the Lord, he was awarded with an M.A. Central Texas Conference UMC 2022 Appointment Updates (Appointments are listed in the order of date announced with latest announced appearing first. He is passionate about evangelism and church growth. Otterbein has a beautiful stone faade with a largedome at the top and giant red doors that make it a distinct edifice in the area. They are working at reaching into the community in the colder months they do monthly "Soup Runs" where folks place orders for the homemade soup. Moon received an M.Div degree from Drew Theological Seminary and Th.M from Yonsei University. The United Methodist Church. A blend of traditional and contemporary hymns are included in weekly worship . An experienced worship leader and musician, he has served multiple churches for over ten years. He relaxes by fishing and going on nature walks and is also an avid runner. Worship, community outreach, and discipleship at First Church is energizing and spirit-filled. ~ MIphoto/Jonathan Trites. from Drew Theological School and was ordained while serving at Hasbrouck Heights and Paterson. As commissioned, licensed, consecrated or ordained members of the covenant of ministry, let us offer ourselves without reserve to the responsibilities and opportunities of these appointments. She previously served several local churches in GNJ and taught at Palmer Theological Seminary. When you come instead, the dome is a beautiful stained glass piece of art that has everyone looking up when they enter the sanctuary. You can see who is currently appointed to a church by looking at the church page. He enjoys music, especially playing the piano, guitar and drum, and sports. He has been serving at Hackensack UMC where he was nurtured to grow as a pastor since 2017. Having a passion for business, economic empowerment, and education, Anson holds a BS in Finance from New Jersey Institute of Technology. Marissa was born and raised in California and attended California Lutheran University where she attained her B.S. He is also blessed to be the husband of Lins Rosado, his beloved Lina. He has a Masters of Divinity from Drew University. Search by ZIP code or city/state to find a United Methodist Church near you. She believes we can transform the world in Gods love one heart at a time. She received her pastoral training at Princeton Theological Seminary. James is passionateabout creative worship, student ministries and the discipleship of new believers. Christ Community United Methodist Church is a diverse congregation where backgrounds, views, age, race, and faith stories are varied. at the Evangelical Seminary of Puerto Rico with prior preparation in design and fine arts. She enjoys watching Korean dramas with her husband Josh, and playing in the backyard with her two small boys, Jeremiah and Jonathan. Jim has served in a variety of ministry settings as a full-time staff chaplain at a major medical center in Washington, DC; executive director of MUSA, a faith based social services agency in Homestead, PA; and pastored local churches in urban, rural and small town settings in the Western Pennsylvania Annual Conference. 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. He has completed Clinical Pastoral Education (Level 1) at Morristown Medical Center. 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. Onay served as a pastor in the Methodist Church in Cuba for 12 years and was ordained as an Elder there in 2009. Appointments are effective July 1 unless otherwise noted. Michelle brings the gifts of fruit bearing multi-racial/multi-cultural ministries to GNJ Conference. Jodie was ordained an Elder in 2005 and served White Chapel UMC and the Redbank Valley United Methodist Ministry before being appointed as the Franklin District Superintendent in 2017 and then the Indiana District Superintendent in 2021. 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. Sheenjoys stamping, knitting and gathering with friends over good food. After immigrating to the United States, he was appointed to Livingston Korean UMC in 2021, where he has been ministering to the members with love. After graduation she worked at North Central Pennsylvania Regional Planning and Development Commission for almost 29 years. 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. Eunji Lee was born and raised in South Korea. Javier has served for seven years in Puerto Rico and four years at GNJ. He has served as Chair of the National Plan for Hispanic-Latino Ministries and member of the Cultural Competence Task Force, Raritan Valley District Committee on Ordained Ministry, Raritan Valley District Poverty Task Force, and Justice For Our Neighbors. He comes with wonderful gifts of teaching, preaching, and leading both in the local church and throughout the annual conference. He is an alumnus of Princeton Theological Seminary, where he obtained a Master of Divinity degree. Iraida finds joy in listening to folk seeking God amid life circumstances. Joe is married to Denise with four amazing children: Gabby, Curtis, Paul, and Claire. Melissa Rynders, Missional Strategist and Superintendent of the East District, announced that Bishop Carlo A. Rapanut intends to appoint the Rev. Mar 27, 2023. Alan S. Darby is a South Jersey native, born in Ocean City and raised in Haddon Heights. Having been a member of Punxsutawney First UMC from the time he was eight, serving in choirs, youth groups, tech teams, conference page, Youth Ministry Council, and even as a lay preacher as a teenager, he has been surrounded by the wonderful people called Methodists. They have been an active ministry partner with the other churches in Port Allegany to care for the needs of the community. This page lists appointment for the current cycle. Kendra was an ordained elder in full connection at the 2021 annual conference. Clifford and his wife, Sonia have three adult children and five grandchildren. He served as Senior Pastor of St. Peters UMC in Ocean City, the UMC at Absecon, and St. Pauls UMC in Trenton (now part of Turning Point UMC). The First United Methodist Church has been serving the needs of Monongahela since 1813. He lived in Maryland for sixteen years until he moved to New Jersey with his wife, Hanna, in 2018. She hopes to use her enjoyment of creativity and writing for the benefit of the church. 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. Jim grew up in Tyrone PA and preached his first sermon at his home church when he was 16 years old. Dawn Lynn grew up in Braddock Hills, PA and has been a lifelong United Methodist. degrees from Methodist Theological University in Seoul, South Korea, and his M. Div. He holds degrees in Biblical languages as well as pastoral-theological studies and, as a pastor-teacher, seeks to unite intellectual insight and Christian faith so that both believers and doubters, illumined by the Holy Spirit, are enabled to grasp with heart and mind the life-changing truth of the good-news of Jesus. 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 . He holds a B.A. He has servedat Archer United Methodist Church in Allendale since 2015 as the Assistant Pastor. He serves on the Delaware Bay District Committee on Ordained Ministry. in 2016. 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. He has a passion for learning spiritual growths and the disciplines for congregational life. His family consists of his beloved wife Diana and their children David and Gabriela. Sung Chun has a passion for worship, small group, community outreach, and mission. In her free time, Kay enjoys reading, traveling, and spending time with family and friends. He holds a B.Th. Josh enjoys spending time with his wife Kate, and four children, Christina, Suze, Bridget & Micah. Len has been married to his beautiful wife Deborah for 2.5 years. In 2015 was received as a Full Elder of Greater New Jersey. United Methodist Clergy are appointed on a year-to-year basis; usually from July 1 until June 30. He graduated from Seoul National University with a degree in Atmospheric Science and received an M.div from Drew Theological School in 2019. He ministers with congregations to share Gods love in their local communities and, via connectional and ecumenical missions, to the wider world. To supplement her income she also worked at several retail department stores. Immanuel Baptist Church, located on Hernndez de Tejada, 4 Madrid, Spain 28027. Scott has a servant heart and believes that whenwe let Gods love work through us, we can share that love with others. He and his wife, Christy have a four-year-old son, Ben, and a dog named Scooby-Doo. from the United Theological Seminary. Website: Immanuel Baptist Church. The church members deeply value family, and LKUMC has grown despite the pandemic. Conduct research to gather data on markets, industries, and customers' needs and preferences. Married to her partner in ministry, Bill, she is mom to Jason, Casey and Jeanette. He enjoys singing, listening to music and sports, especially table tennis and soccer. . 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. Yoseb Jeon is a relational pastor who is eager to see Gods abundant grace and love in our daily living. He is passionate about building relationships in community, preaching, evangelism, serving the needs of others, and sharing in Gods love. 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. (GCFA) of The United Methodist Church. She is also a mother and wife.