The Wesley Foundation is a ministry
designed to let college age young adults know that someone cares
about them in this time of transition from being someone's child
to adulthood. The ministry could not exist without the help of
the connectional church. We receive financial, instructional and
spiritual support from the local churches. A link between the
local church and our ministry unit is the Wesley Board. Our Board
is made up of students, lay members and clergy of local churches
from around the Springfield area; and, a representative from the
District and the Annual Conference. We want to express our gratitude
and give God thanks for these dedicated, committed church folks
for their time, energy and resources they unselfishly give to
us. We want you, the readers, to know who these awesome folks
are...
Name: Charlotte Hardin Church: Pitts Chapel UMC Length of Time Served:1
year
Importance of Wesley: To provide support to college-age
students who are interested in sharing their love of Jesus
Christ and promoting the ministry on campus and in the community.
It's truly a blessing to be a part of this network! Favorite Ice Cream Flavor: Chocolate Chip
Name: Fran Hood Church:
Campbell UMC Length of Time Served: 8-10
yrs
Importance of Wesley: Wesley is very important segment
of our young church--they are our future. I enjoy being around
them and hope to catch some of their enthusiasm.
Name: Jan Carroll Church:
Schweitzer Length of Time Served: 10
yrs
Importance of Wesley: Has been very rewarding watching
this ministry grow over the years (both in numbers and spirituality). Favorite Ice Cream Flavor: Chocolate
Name: Judy Clements Church:
Asbury UMC Length of Time Served: 3 yrs
Importance of Wesley: I started on the board due
to my daughter being invovled in Wesley and it was awesome
to see how the kids loved this ministry and I wanted to help
continue it on. Favorite Ice Cream Flavor:
Chocolate
Name: Marie Buxton Church:
First United Methodist Length of Time Served:8 yrs
Importance of Wesley: I am the representative from
St. Paul. I think the young people are awesome young Christians.
They make my day. Favorite Ice Cream Flavor:
Vanilla
Name: Rhonda Galbraith Church:
undecided-offically Campbell UMC Length of Time
Served: 4 yrs
Importance of Wesley: My College experience with
a similar ministry made such huge difference in my life. I
want to give back! Favorite Ice Cream Flavor:
Real Vanilla Bean
Name: Shirley Virdon Church:
King's Way UMC Length of Time Served:
15+ yrs
Importance of Wesley: Wesley represents the future
of the United Methodist Church and I like being around the
college students and hearing and seeing them grow in their
spiritual life. Favorite Ice Cream Flavor:
Vanilla Bean Vanilla
Name: Stan Garmer Church:
Antioch UMC Length of Time Served: 10
yrs
Importance of Wesley: Involvement in a ministry,
meeting the needs (spiritual) of college students Favorite
Ice Cream Flavor: Chocolate
Name: Fred D. Royer, Retired Paster Church: Asbury Length of Time
Served: 1st yr
Importance of Wesley: Always had a passion for yong
people attempting to further their education and lives Favorite Ice Cream Flavor: Strawberry
Name: Suzanne Drennon Church:
Mt. Carmel UMC Length of Time Served:
?
Importance of Wesley: A good place for students to
connect with each other in a spiritutal and special way. Favorite Ice Cream Flavor: Peanut Butter
Cup
Name: Barbara McKay Church:
First UMC Length of Time Served: 2yrs
Importance of Wesley: A good social and spiritual
place for students to be together with one another.
Name: Rusty Swift Church:
Hood UMC Length of Time Served: 1st year
Importance of Wesley: Students need a safe haven
away from home. Favorite Ice Cream Flavor:
Homemade peach
Name: Mary Ann Swift Church:
Hood UMC Length of Time Served: 1st year
Importance of Wesley: A place for students to get
together, meet others, and get to know other faithful students
Name: Kent and Linda McPhail Church:
Wesley UMC Length of Time Served: 2nd
yr
Importance of Wesley: A good place fo socialization
and spiritual connection.
