Neal Sharpe as Asset Assessment & Strategic Deployment Specialist for the PNW Trustees Appointments PNW Conference - Jun 29, 2020 0 The churches work well together as they bring the love of God and the Gospel of Jesus Christ to their communities. After receiving a BA from John Wesley College in Greensboro, NC, he completed work on an M.Div from Asbury Theological Seminary. Rev. The goal each year is to match the gifts and graces of each pastor with the ministry needs of a particular congregation and community in a particular season. In the past, she has served at Wesley UMC in South Plainfield as an assistant pastor. Richard Owens was born and raised in Coraopolis, PA and surrendered his life to Jesus in 1991. The Butler North Charge looks forward to all that God will continue to accomplish through its ministry in the days ahead. Ninabeth is married to Ken and they have three adult children, a cat, and two Golden Retrievers. Karline Kay Dubuisson, a Palmer Theological Seminary graduate, is an ordained elder and has served the UMC of Spring Valley since 2015. He is a graduate of Conemaugh Valley HS, class of 1983. Transition Pastor: D. Todd Schlechty (1) Associate: Hyungkyun Kim (2) FL . She loves spending time with family and friends and is the queen of spoiling her two dogs, Rocky and Robyn Fenty. 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. & Ldr Dvlp (Cent-reville) Tammie E. Crews US Army Deputy Com- Sung Chun has a passion for worship, small group, community outreach, and mission. Married to her partner in ministry, Bill, she is mom to Jason, Casey and Jeanette. This page will continue to post appointments as they are announced at the local church level. Greenock believes in taking everything to the Lord in prayer, giving thanks for Gods abundance. John has a passion for youth and young adult ministries and for making disciple-makers. 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 loves to play a variety of sports including baseball, basketball, soccer, and bowling. She earned an MA in Religion and is a licensed local pastor. Eunjis bountiful pastoral experiences, ranging from children to adults, have made her passionate for multigenerational ministry that connects all ages collaboratively. 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. She enjoys being together with family, mission experiences, steam trains, shelling, music, and creative arts. She raised two beautiful children, Joshua and Noelle. 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.) Korean United Methodist Church of Greater Washington: Younghoon Kim (3) OE . During Donna's ministry . in Theology from Valparaiso University and an M. Div. 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. Kate holds an MDiv/MA in Christian Education from Princeton Theological Seminary, as well as a BA in Religion from Houghton College. The Rev. In addition, Bo has been serving as a youth pastor at Calvary KUMC since 2018. 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. HyunHui Kim was born, raised, and educated in South Korea. He is an alumnus of Princeton Theological Seminary, where he obtained a Master of Divinity degree. Worship shifted to online during the pandemic, and that has continued even as in-person worship has returned. Taegun Wang has been serving as the pastor in the United Methodist Churches in GNJ since 2000. Sunghyuk has served Arcola Korean UMC in various ministries as an Assistant Pastor and is currently serving Wesley UMC in Edison as a Lead Pastor. Ordained in the Baptist tradition in 2007, Richard has pastored Tried Stone Baptist Church in Aliquippa, Mt. Throughout his upbringing, Andrews family was privileged to serve many churches throughout Western Pennsylvania. He graduated from Hyupsung University in South Korea with Bachelor of Theology from Hyupsung University, and from Drew Theological School with an M.Div. They have three children, and eight grandchildren. 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. Brenda Walker received her M.Div from Pittsburgh Theological Seminary and was ordained in 2007. He serves on the Delaware Bay District Committee on Ordained Ministry. Savannah United Methodist Church began as a small group meeting in homes back in 1820. Blair is an ordained elder with an M. Div. She also obtained a Certificate in Youth and Young Adult Ministry from the Boston Theological Institute. He comes with wonderful gifts of teaching, preaching, and leading both in the local church and throughout the annual conference. He graduated from Karns City High School and earned a BA in Journalism from Marshall University in Huntington, WV. The churches of this cooperative ministry Belle Vernon: First; Concord; Dawson: Philip G. Cochran Memorial; Fairview Chapel; Fells; Little Redstone; Monessen; Newell; Perryopolis; Smithton: Winnett; Vanderbilt, and Webster -- serve communities in parts of Fayette and Westmoreland counties. For the past 3 years, he has been the President of the Cranford Clergy Council and has joined with other local community leaders in developing the Cranford Equity and Inclusivity Initiative. He believes that God has called him to make devoted influencers and send them to the mission field. Evan was born and raised on the coast of Maine and loves the ocean, reading, spending time with his children, and music. The United Methodist Church. She previously served several local churches in GNJ and taught at Palmer Theological Seminary. The Rev. In 2015 was received as a Full Elder of Greater New Jersey. He relaxes by fishing and going on nature walks and is also an avid runner. Andi and her soon-to-be husband are excited to step into a new season of marriage and ministry together! After seminary, Alan served as campus ministry staff with InterVarsity Christian Fellowship and has served UM churches in Sharptown, Collingswood, Elmer, and Sicklerville. Greenock is a prayerful and loving congregation, where welcoming all into Gods family is the foundation of everything they do for the Kingdom. Aside from his pastoral calling, you may find Charlie staying active swimming, running, or going to the gym. 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. Through his pastoral journey, God has graciously taught him to love and serve Gods precious people, believe the power of prayers, and acknowledge the Lordship of Christ. But he has fought that sense of calling, not knowing what such a calling would mean or require. He is married to Heea Lee and they have two adorable kids, Evelyn and Henry. Tony is reimagining worship with a focus on multiplying small groups, virtual ministries, and community outreach. John R. Huey was born in Connellsville and grew up in Morrell. Abbreviations under the status column are as follows: AL Administrative Location Linda previously served with the wonderful members of First Toms River and Cedar Grove, Toms River UMC. Leslie M. Foland will be assigned to supply the Diamond/Tryonville Charge beginning July 1, 2022. Originally from Franklinville, he earned his B.A. OF THE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH . Wil received his B.A. She also served for 5 years as a chaplain at Trenton Psychiatric Hospital and 6 years as a staff consultant for Ministry Architects. Jims father, also a pastor, led him to Jesus. She and her husband, Don have one daughter, Leah and two grandchildren. He holds a B.Th. Effective . Names in all capital letters indicate new appointments. Allen R. Hoke was born and raised in Mt. 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. Wayne moved to the United States in 1977 from Jamaica. He enjoys family, friends, and sports but most of all he enjoys seeing and participating in the move of the Holy Spirit. Dutilh UMC was born in 1844 when two farming families started worshiping together in a barn. 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. At age twelve, his family moved to Pennsauken, NJ where his mother still lives. 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. The United Methodist Church promotes and holds in high esteem the opportunity of an inclusive church ( 4. Jana Purkis-Brash is currently serving as the Executive Director of the Stewardship Foundation of GNJ. 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. With his spouse, Rev. Linda received her MDiv. He retired in 2020. In addition to playing the piano, guitar, and drums, he is a vocalist. Wil enjoys time with family and Philly sports, especially the Philadelphia Eagles. The six congregations support each others ministries as well as cooperate together on many joint mission projects and worship experiences. He is blessed to have his wife, Yoonjung, and three lovely children, Chloe, Daniel, and Samuel as his life journey companions. He has been married to his wife Julie since 2012, and they have three young children. 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. There is no more strategic resource at our disposal than creating a missional . Andis philosophy of ministry can be described as Spirit-led, community driven, and relationally inspired. Yoseb earned his Master of Divinity degree from Drew Theological School in 2014. from Duke Divinity School. Core Values of Appointment Making by the East Ohio Conference Cabinet. Monte currently serves as the Senior Pastor of Marianna UMC. She loves helping individuals and families grow in their relationship with God and one another. He has servedat Archer United Methodist Church in Allendale since 2015 as the Assistant Pastor. 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. 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. Jessica L. Spiker was born in Pittsburgh and raised in the Smithfield area, where she attends Smithfield United Methodist Church. 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. He has the heart to engage and increase the vitality of worship. Gwiseok Lee was born and raised in South Korea. He currently works as manager of the Freeport Senior Center. This is his second appointment on the Washington District. Sharon has also pastored the congregations of Free Union and Vienna churches. Eli is a dad and stepdad to four unique persons: Lianette, Ana Maria, Ezequiel, and Misael. He has been serving Centenary UMC Berlin since July 2017. He has served at the Sheakleyville Charge, Grand Valley Charge, Pittsfield Otterbein, Conneaut Lake Trinity, Greater Oil City UM Ministries (4 churches), and Erie Asbury UMC. Since September 2019, Marco serves as pastor of the First United Methodist Church of Asbury Park. He believes that the renewal of the Church in the Wesleyan tradition is to be found in recovering the beliefs and practices of the early Methodists: searching the Scriptures, understanding the basics and exploring the richness of the Christian faith (especially through Christian Believer study groups), following the General Rules, participating in small groups, and singing and meditating upon the rich hymnody of John and Charles Wesley.