Pleasant, Pennsylvania, where he graduated from Connellsville Area High School. Joshua and his wife, Songbee, are also pursuing their MDiv at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School. Moon received an M.Div degree from Drew Theological Seminary and Th.M from Yonsei University. But he has fought that sense of calling, not knowing what such a calling would mean or require. He is a graduate of Drew University with a Master of Divinity. She believes that the church should be without borders and a welcoming place for everyone to find acceptance, love and respect. Later she went back to school and earned a BA in Human Development and has worked as a social worker for over 15 years. Sung Chun has a passion for worship, small group, community outreach, and mission. He attended St. Francis University in Loretto, PA after attending high school. Since then, Penns Woods church has joined with Christ to continue their mission ofKnowing Christ and making Him known.. The congregations have worked together in various configurations for many years; they have decided to formalize the kindred spirit that already exists among them. EXTENSION & OTHER APPOINTMENTS for Church Revitalize. Most recently, he completed a certificate program at Cornell University in Diversity & Inclusion. For a while, the congregation met at the schoolhouse until a building could be constructed. JacquelineLambert writes this about her journey in Lay Ministry: The Mount Hope/Pine Grove Charge is comprised of two small rural congregations that sustain vital ministries to their communities. 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. Tony Nelsen was born and raised outside of Cleveland, Ohio. She has remained in both, just a different context. The churches of the Connellsville Cooperative Parish Connellsville: Albright; Acme: Calvary; Davistown: Indian Head; Connellsville: Greenwood; Mill Run; Mount Salem; Normalville; Ohiopyle; Connellsville:Otterbein; Pennsville; Pleasant Hill; Connellsville: Wesley; and Dunbar: Wesleyserve communities around the Connellsville Area School District. This is his second appointment on the Washington District. 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. He came to the United States in 2021 and has served at Covenant UMC in Plainfield, NJ as a Seminary Intern. There is no more strategic resource at our disposal than creating a missional . Several capital improvements have been made over the last few years, including air conditioning in the sanctuary and a large kitchen renovation. At the age of 12, Andrew powerfully experienced the Holy Spirits transforming grace, as he received Jesus into his heart at Jumonville Camp. He is married to Heea Lee and they have two adorable kids, Evelyn and Henry. He holds a B.Th. He is married to Amanda and they have three daughters, Auden, Amelia, and Beatrice. 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. From these disciplines meant to enrich the heart and mind of the Christian disciple, God empowers those disciples to reach out in reflecting Jesus light of hope and love to the individuals and the community that surrounds them. Over the last two years she has been sharing Sunday morning messages with her home church. The church is a strong, loving, and active community of believers who work together in all programs and projects of the church. 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. 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. William is a doctoral student in the Penn Chief Learning Officer Program at the University of Pennsylvania. With his spouse, Rev. Nicole has a strong passion for bringing Evangelism and outreaches into local churches. 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. Byungil has been married for 23 years to his wife Hyenjung Moon, and has two children, Jane and Chloe, both are college students. Local Pastor Licensing School; Mentoring; Safe Gatherings; . She will be replacing Hector Burgos who was elected a bishop and will be serving the Upper New York Conference. 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. 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. Cliff graduated from Palmer Theological Seminary, where he achieved a M. Div. More. The Holy Spirit has bestowed Sharon with the spiritual gifts of faith, teaching/preaching and leadership. Upon graduation she served as a pastoral resident in the Transition into Ministry Program funded by the Lilly Endowment and was ordained in the American Baptist Churches USA of Metropolitan New York and became a United Methodist and received as an Elder of the Greater New Jersey Annual Conference. Savannah United Methodist Church began as a small group meeting in homes back in 1820. Her hobbies are contemplative photography, golf, crafting, and fur baby Sally. In his spare time, he enjoys being crafty, sewing, knitting, painting, and reading. Pastor Pedro helped lead Fieldboot UMC through their transition to online worship services and then hybrid services. Several building transitions occurred until the church settled into its current building on California Ave. in Pittsburghs North Boroughs of Avalon/Bellevue. Located in the Pittsburgh suburb of Allison Park, the congregation's strength is its passion to reach out to others through missions. Linda received her MDiv. Brandon and his wife have two adult children. It grew out of the former Coulter United Methodist Church, whose pastor became the first pastor of the new congregation. Lark was born in Guyana South America and received her M.Div. OUR MISSION IS HELPING PEOPLE FIND THEIR WAY BACK TO GOD . Numbers indicate year(s) in appointment. She enjoys watching Korean dramas with her husband Josh, and playing in the backyard with her two small boys, Jeremiah and Jonathan. In 1972, John Suh moved from South Korea to South Bronx, NY. Linda J. Stephan From: Northern Waters District Traverse City Central UMC (Associate Pastor) To: Western Waters District Traverse City Central UMC (Lead Pastor). She enjoys being together with family, mission experiences, steam trains, shelling, music, and creative arts. She served as Youth Director at Indiana Grace for five years before choosing to be a stay-at-home mom. OF THE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH . A demonstrated leader, he serves as a UMC Pastor and also serves on the GNJ Board of Higher Education and Campus Ministries. 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 attended seminary at MTSO, graduating in 1998. 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. Epworth is a small church with a big heart. From the Bishop; Cabinet; 2023 Appointment Workbook; . Effective . Her DMin was focused on Social Justice and Social engagement in the local church which she feels are so important in these changing times. He is currently pursuing a Master of Divinity degree at Drew Theological Seminary. Ivelisses first career was financial analysis. Dr. Lloyd and Marguerite Terrell. 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 uses his passion in arts and music to serve God wherever he can go. Lark considers everyone as her neighbor. The churchs core values are as follows: worship that glorifies God with its beauty and integrity; hospitality that reflects the transforming love of Jesus; diversity that bears witness to the expansiveness of Gods reign; and the making of disciples who are committed to the priorities of Jesus and shaped by the narrative of his life, death, and resurrection. He retired in 2020. He has been married to his wife Julie since 2012, and they have three young children. After high school, he worked as a home health aide until 1989 and then drove tractor-trailers until 2016. The congregations have worked together in various configurations for many years. In 2015 was received as a Full Elder of Greater New Jersey. Clergy in The United Methodist Church commit to serve where their bishop appoints them. Joyce currently serves as a Lay Servant in the Connellsville District. She also obtained a Certificate in Youth and Young Adult Ministry from the Boston Theological Institute. She anticipates graduating in May 2022. 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. Shawn has a passion for pastoral care and ministry. Rayis a committed follower of Jesus and a Certified Lay Servant/Speaker who retired after 40 years at Du-Co ceramics. Leslie M. Foland will be assigned to supply the Diamond/Tryonville Charge beginning July 1, 2022. For many years they have been served by retired Associate Member Alice McClymonds, who retired once more in December 2021. 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. United Methodist Pastor. He has a passion for learning spiritual growths and the disciplines for congregational life. HyunHui Kim was born, raised, and educated in South Korea. from Claremont School of Theology, and an STM from Drew Theological School. As a person of faith, he believes in a holistic ministry of the people of God, and always stands for justice and growth. For the first 20 years of employment, Kendra was a teacher. 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 likes sports, music, and loves to cook. Nebo Church was founded in 1877 and Fairview Church in Graysville was founded in 1848. Brad Chamberlain as Pastor of Magnolia United Methodist Church in Seattle, Washington beginning July 1, 2020. She knew she would not always stay in the classroom, but she anticipated she would remain in education, probably moving to administration. Her call is to remind you that You are loved! and to make disciples of Jesus Christ, baptizing in his name. He is also a highly talented musician who can play piano, guitar, and drums. 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. Bo Hwan Wang was born in South Korea and moved to Maryland when he was ten years old. She completed an M.A in English Literature at the University of California, Riverside with a focus in Medieval and Renaissance Literature.