With great pleasure I write to announce that Barbara Rhudy will joining First Congregational Church as part time worship coordinator from April 1st through June 30th. Barbara is familiar to many of us because she has in-care status with our church while she seeks ordination. She has been a guest preacher in our pulpit, most recently leading the service on January 27th.
Barbara comes to us with extensive experience in chaplaincy work and in providing pastoral care. Her most recent position was with Hospice, Inc. where she served as a part time chaplain. Prior to moving to our area, Barbara lived in
Barbara received her M. Div degree from United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities. Her particular interests were in pastoral care and incorporating worship and the arts. While a student she was named the Susan Blons Scholar in Theology and the Arts and the recipient of the Clyde J. Steckel Award in Pastoral Care . Prior to her seminary education, Barbara worked as an educator and counselor in a wide variety of community based programs. In addition to her divinity degree, Barbara earned a M.Ed. from the
Barbara will be serving FCCUCC for 24 hours per week during the months of April, May and June. Her responsibilities will be for worship coordination and to provide pastoral care, while our search for an intentional interim minister continues. Barbara will hold office hours on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursdays from 10am until 4pm. Appointments may be made ahead of time through Samantha Squadrito in the church office, or, you are welcome to drop in (although bear in mind that if Barbara is making a call she may not in the office.)
The Board of Deacons is excited to have Barbara serve us during this time. Please join us in welcoming her in her new position.
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