I believe it is the task and call of
Teaching Elders (Ministers of Word and Sacrament) to engage the people of God in pursuing
who they were created to be, and how they can serve the community to which God
calls them. First and foremost, my ministry moves out of my faith and desire for
others to know Christ. This belief is central to who I am and what I do. My primary
ministry style is relational – an outgrowth of my gifts of both hospitality and
teaching. I create environments and foster conversations that give people freedom
to explore and ask questions about who they are and how they see and experience
God. I’m an equipper and encourager.
These gifts along with my heart as a team
player call others into ministry by delegation and
a spirit of “all hands on deck”. A community chipping in together, each
offering their gifts, contributes to the tasks of
the ministry, drawing us together as the body of Christ.
My gifts of preaching, teaching, organization, pastoral care and walking with
people in their faith journeys are part of what I bring and love in ministry.
My enthusiasm, faith and deep sense of hope are contagious. My balance of
theology, approachability, humor and thoughtfulness are gifts I willingly
offer.
