Now for the All-About-Me Bit

I served a wonderful rural Presbyterian Church from 1995 - 2004. For most of my adult life, I was raising a family, serving in my local church, and volunteering in my hometown, Grand Rapids, Michigan. When I felt called to full-time ministry, I completed my undergraduate degree in Classical Civilization at Calvin College and my Master of Divinity at McCormick Theological Seminary in Chicago. I also received additional training as a hospital chaplain and a two-year certificate in Spiritual Direction from the Dominican Center in Grand Rapids.

I have a special love for small, but vital rural churches. My husband and I have three adult children and three grandchildren, plus a dog, Billy. Billy loves to call at nursing homes, and he knows where the treats are!

I am adjusting to retirement, although I miss our many friends. We are making new ones in this place. What new work will God lead me to discover?

I enjoy reading mysteries, especially the ones where a pastor solves the crime. I recently started doing crafts. I have had fun making jewelry with shrink plastic. Finally, I am very busy altering my world! Stay tuned.