Which seminary are you attending?
United Lutheran Seminary-Philadelphia Campus
Which program of study?
Masters of Divinity-Anglican Studies
When did you first feel called to public ministry?
My first call (of many) was teaching children’s chapel at my home church; it was a moment of knowing with great certainty that I was doing exactly what I was meant to do.
Who did you first talk with about exploring the call to ministry?
My family and my priest.
What was helpful as you explored a call to ministry?
I talked with many (former and current) students who attended various seminaries. I got a lot of wonderful feedback about United Lutheran’s programs and the professors there.
Complete this phrase: I’m a seminarian and…Wife, Mother, and Daughter.
In one sentence, offer a word of encouragement to those exploring public ministry in the ELCA.
God’s call is part of God’s plan for you; exploring it is part of the journey of finding out who you are meant to be.
What is your favorite biblical call story?
Hands down, it’s Jonah-sometimes you have to be swallowed by the whale to get the message.