from Methodist Theological University in Seoul, M.Div. Numbers indicate year(s) in appointment. Nebo and Fairview United Methodist churches are both small membership congregations in rural Greene County. Randy Cross, retired We will often make appointments to have our car worked on, or our teeth cleaned, or to meet with someone over an important matter, but the word "appointment" has a special meaning for United Methodists. Marissa was born and raised in California and attended California Lutheran University where she attained her B.S. Fromthere, he felt that God was calling him to full time ministry. Ivelisse has 2 sons, an additional son and daughter, and a 3-year-old grandchild. United Methodism has an open itineracy. To: Dresden - Sr. Pastor . Effective . He is married to Heea Lee and they have two adorable kids, Evelyn and Henry. They enjoy time with family and friends. HyunHui Kim was born, raised, and educated in South Korea. and Th.M. She previouslyserved as the Lead Pastor of Christ United Methodist Church in Piscataway, NJ. Over the last two years she has been sharing Sunday morning messages with her home church. Karline Kay Dubuisson, a Palmer Theological Seminary graduate, is an ordained elder and has served the UMC of Spring Valley since 2015. Tony is reimagining worship with a focus on multiplying small groups, virtual ministries, and community outreach. John also successfully founded and operated two small businesses. In 2010, he began teaching public school andserved in Youth Ministry for St. Andrew UMC. Bishop Debra Wallace-Padgett and the Cabinet announce the following clergy appointment changes to take effect July 1, 2022. . Her dissertation title is Relational Realism and Theopolitics: A Post-Oppositional Theology of Social Identities. In 1972, John Suh moved from South Korea to South Bronx, NY. He has been a member of many choirs and finds that there is nothing like singing for the Lord. She is a graduate of United Theological Seminary with a Master of Divinity and concentration in leadership and revitalization. She has been teaching the Old Testament in different seminaries including WTS, Moravian Theological Seminary and New Brunswick Theological Seminary. Ronell looks forward to working with churches and leaders in GNJ, as she will become more vital and culturally competent. He graduated from Drew University with an M.Div. Her hobbies are contemplative photography, golf, crafting, and fur baby Sally. Linda received her MDiv. Prior to that, she served Winslow, Elm, and Grace Union Churches. Ephesians 4:11-12 has framed his calling: to equip the saints to do the work of ministry. When the appointment is shared publically, it can be announced in the following manner: "It is anticipated that Bishop Bickerton will appoint (name) as pastor of (name) Church/Charge in (community)." It must be noted that the appointment is tentative until read and fixed by the bishop at the session of the Annual Conference. Andi and her soon-to-be husband are excited to step into a new season of marriage and ministry together! Kristine Melius has spent over 15 years of her life working and serving in the United Methodist Church. Her DMin was focused on Social Justice and Social engagement in the local church which she feels are so important in these changing times. The church building was built on Savannah Road. Rayis a committed follower of Jesus and a Certified Lay Servant/Speaker who retired after 40 years at Du-Co ceramics. Abbreviations under the status column are as follows: AL Administrative Location Greenock is a casual, friendly and caring church. She and her husband Dave have a grown son and daughter. Zachary Taylor has served as pastor of New Hope Penns Grove since 2018. He came to the U.S in 2006 and served First Korean UMC in Cherry Hill for 9 years as an associate pastor, 4 years part-time, and 5 years full-time. 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. She served as lead pastor at West View and Homestead Park UMC, and as a staff member at Hot Metal Bridge Faith Community and St. Pauls UMC. 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. Clergy codes listed reflect the person's code as of the appointment date listed (or July 1 if not listed). Date Announced: October 2, 2022. Sue Jung Shin was born in Queens, NY, raised in Seoul, Korea, and lived in NJ for 18 years. She began her ministry in GNJ as the Worship Leader at Lifegate Church in Somers Point, NJ, and then became their Assistant Pastor. She has served at Christ UMC in Piscataway for the past four years. Nebo Church was founded in 1877 and Fairview Church in Graysville was founded in 1848. in Liberal Arts from SUNY, Old Westbury. Bishop Sue Haupert-Johnson. She received her B.A. He and his wife, Christy have a four-year-old son, Ben, and a dog named Scooby-Doo. in 2003. Yoseb Jeon is a relational pastor who is eager to see Gods abundant grace and love in our daily living. Six years later, he was also appointed to Hamilton Memorial UMC and has served both churches as Senior Pastor since his appointments. from Drew Theology School. 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. He is also blessed to be the husband of Lins Rosado, his beloved Lina. He is currently a student at Drew Theological School working toward his M. Div. He has the heart to support and help church members reach their own spiritual goals to enhance their faith. Lark considers everyone as her neighbor. At the age of 12, Andrew powerfully experienced the Holy Spirits transforming grace, as he received Jesus into his heart at Jumonville Camp. Denise was instrumental as part of a church-plant and a church revitalization effort. Please return packets to an usher. Brian Roberts served GNJ as District Superintendent for 8 years, working with the Cape Atlantic District and other congregations. Presently, Tony serves at Trinity UMC in Ewing, NJ, as the outreach pastor to the College of New Jersey and a virtual church pastorgrowing Trinitys online presence. While serving as a United Methodist pastor in Norwalk, CT, she facilitated the joining of two churches to form Cornerstone Community Church. For many years they have been served by retired Associate Member Alice McClymonds, who retired once more in December 2021. She received a Th.M. They strive to create a place where Jesus Christ can always be found through the presence of the Holy Spirit. Wil received his B.A. The New Hope Charge is located in the northern part of the Indiana District. He has the heart to engage and increase the vitality of worship. Local pastors are often bi-vocational, living out their ministerial call in the local church and in their field of employment. D) was born and raised in Mineral Point, PA in the Johnstown area). 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. She is ordained in the Wesleyan Church and received a Ph.D. in Practical Theology from Princeton Seminary, focusing on spiritual formation. 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. This is his second appointment on the Washington District. He has been a lawyer in New York since 1993. He enjoys talking sports and current events with friends. Roger Applebee from 1998-2002. He enjoys music, Baduk, table tennis, riding bike, camping, etc. Through their engaging worship, their sacrificial generosity, their gracious hospitality, and their creative outreach to their communities, these three congregations bear witness to the Gospel while creating the kind of Christ-centered environment where strong friendships can be built and where all are welcome. Her cross-cultural experiences have been formative in ministry, embodying the beauty in diversity and the harmony in differences. Stay up-to-date on important announcements, events and more. Eunji Lee was born and raised in South Korea. Several capital improvements have been made over the last few years, including air conditioning in the sanctuary and a large kitchen renovation. 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.) He believes that God has called him to make devoted influencers and send them to the mission field. He also studied a Ph.D. at Drew Theological School, majoring Early Church History. He has servedat Archer United Methodist Church in Allendale since 2015 as the Assistant Pastor. Presently, he serves as Circuit Leader in the Central District, Journey of Hope Team, and the Conference Council on Finance and Administration. at Wesley Theological Seminary in DC and a Ph.D. in Biblical Studies at Drew University. 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. He earned a bachelors degree from Temple University in 1990 and an M.Div at Palmer Theological Seminary in 2011. He graduated from Hyupsung University in South Korea with Bachelor of Theology from Hyupsung University, and from Drew Theological School with an M.Div. Transition Pastor: D. Todd Schlechty (1) Associate: Hyungkyun Kim (2) FL . He then attended Mount Union College (now the University of Mount Union) and upon graduation continued his education at United Theological Seminary. During her ministry, she launched three new faith communities and a second campus in Palisades Park. 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. from Claremont School of Theology, and an STM from Drew Theological School. 919-779-6115. She and her husband, Don have one daughter, Leah and two grandchildren. Josh is an ordained elder and has served as the pastor of First United Methodist Church of Williamstown since 2016. Evan was born and raised on the coast of Maine and loves the ocean, reading, spending time with his children, and music. 2 . 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. From: Dresden - Co-pastor . Currently, Eddie has nearly completed his M.Div through Asbury Theological Seminary. 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. Tiffany is married to her supportive husband Joe, and together they have one son, Isaiah Matthew. Sung Chun has a passion for worship, small group, community outreach, and mission. He grew up in the projects and playedbaseball for Cardinal Spellman High. After receiving a BA from John Wesley College in Greensboro, NC, he completed work on an M.Div from Asbury Theological Seminary. 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 loves to play a variety of sports including baseball, basketball, soccer, and bowling. 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. Scott has a servant heart and believes that whenwe let Gods love work through us, we can share that love with others. As a rookie retiree, Brandon Cho will begin his new ministry at Old FUMC with faith and dedication. He enjoys singing, listening to music and sports, especially table tennis and soccer. Josh enjoys spending time with his wife Kate, and four children, Christina, Suze, Bridget & Micah. 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. Olive Baptist Church of Midland, PA. After a lengthy season of prayerful discernment, Richard is in the process of transferring into the United Methodist denomination, believing strongly that this portion of the Body of Christ is where he can most authentically live out his calling to ministry. After receiving her call to ministry Christine started off preparing herself for her second career. Box 50517, Fort Worth, Texas 76105. 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. Eight recovery groups use the church building during the week. She is also experienced in ministry with children, youth, and young adults. 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. Rob was born and raised in Franklin, PA. Leslie was born at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in Western Ohio and she grew up in Exmouth, Western Australia. 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. He has led youth ministry in two United Methodist churches and was leader for campus ministry at NJIT, Rutgers-Newark, and Essex County College. Greenock believes in taking everything to the Lord in prayer, giving thanks for Gods abundance. Or you may email any updates/corrections to LynHarding@vaumc.org Change Address Here Joyce attended the Course of Study at Methodist Theological Seminary. They are humbled that God would use them to equip spiritual leaders in Western Pennsylvania and in the world. OE Names in all capital letters indicate new appointments. John has a passion for youth and young adult ministries and for making disciple-makers.