What I do at Messiah:    I have the wonderful opportunity to empower and inspire all God’s children who worship at Messiah through my gifts of preaching, teaching, administration, and providing the ministry of presence through pastoral care.  I also serve passionately in the areas of leadership development, spiritual formation, and college ministry.

My God Story:                   I was not raised in the church and did not become a Christian until I was in high school.  My cheerleading coach mentored me and shared the love of Christ with me.  As I became active in my faith journey and participated with the Emmaus and Chrysalis Communities God was speaking to my heart regarding ministry.  I fought this call for many years and finally surrendered in the summer of 2005.  My journey has been enhanced and strengthened after responding to my call to ministry.  Each day is a new beginning, another opportunity to serve and I am excited to see what unfolds in the years to come.

My Education:   Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Cornerstone University, 2011
                             Master of Divinity, Methodist Theological School in Ohio, 2014
                             Master of Theological Studies, Methodist Theological School in Ohio, 2015

My Family:                          My parents, Charles and Karen Hill, live in Morley, Michigan with their two dogs: Sparky and Onyx, and their African Grey parrot whose name is also Grey.  My younger sister, Kristi and her husband, Ben, live in Mason, Michigan with their dog Osiris.

My Hobbies:                      I enjoy the art of photography, writing, reading, and theology.  I love to golf and attend sporting events, mostly hockey and football games.  I have an addiction to ferry boats and sailing, especially the beauty of Lake Michigan. I also love to ride motorcycles – there is no greater feeling than being on the open road with the wind in your face while taking in all of God’s majestic creation in the nature surrounding you!