I am a firm believer in "Living Word", and in the Wesleyan understanding of faith as a balance between "personal and social holiness". I strive to help church members discover the grace of this balance. I believe that open, loving hospitality, and empowering people to use their gifts are core values of a community. I work for a strong missional – justice outreach, for I believe it is essential to a congregation’s health.

"Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born I set you apart.” (Jeremiah 1:5). God claims us as God’s beloved children and invites us into relationship. Whether we are the tiny babe in the Nursery, or the older adult in Bible Study Sunday School class, the elementary-age Bible Explorer, the teen at Youth Group, or the young adult in theology discussions, all have a place in God’s realm. God invites each to learn who we are, to deepen our faith walk, and to become a part of Christ’s team for the building up of God’s realm here and now. I am blessed to be a part of this.