"I think we should stop asking people in their twenties what they 'want to do' and start asking them what they don't want to do." -Amy Poehler, Yes Please For the last 14 months, I have had the privilege to "come and see" and learn from the people of Faith Community United Methodist Church . I consider this past year a great journey of learning, development, and growth not only personally, but spiritually and professionally as well. I'm thankful for the Residency experience as it has been integral to my discernment and helped to clarify/affirm my call into ministry. After much time spent in prayer, reflection, and conversation with my very patient mentor, Randy Stearns and other trusted friends I am now (again) pursuing a call to Deacon's Orders . The Deacon's Orders to Word, service, justice, and compassion is intrinic to how God has wired, shaped, and gifted me. My niche for over 10 years within the non-profit sector, minis
"Getting out of town" has always been a favorite activity of mine. I've had unique opportunities to travel around the country and the world throughout my life. So being an ordained United Methodist Pastor and "traveling" to different contexts, interacting with a variety of people, and hearing their stories throughout my life only brings excitement. This blog works to share my thoughts about life and ministry as a young clergy serving at Hyde Park Community UMC in Cincinnati, Ohio.