My incredible wife! A huge part of my ministry is walking alongside this brilliant woman.
I am currently serving as Pastor at Newport Presbyterian Church in Washington, learning a lot about myself and where God is at work.
Friends make a world of difference in shaping my life!
Often, ministry requires flexibility and creativity!
My queer identity is a major part of my ministry. I am called to be my fullest self for the glory of God.
Learning and leading with students has greatly humbled and expanded my call.
Music is an integral part of my identity and my joy!
Food is a non-negotiable piece of my self care 🙂
Doing ministry with your best friend: highly recommend!
Sometimes you have to go to new spaces and try new things to be renewed.
Letting loose, hanging with friends, and not taking life so seriously helps me to center my belovedness in Christ.
Family is a theological concept that continues to grow for me, but started with my sweet parents.
You are my heart, Katie Spencer.

Pastoral Experience

  • Pastor, Newport Presbyterian Church, March 2023 – Current
  • Administrative Coordinator, Olympia Presbytery, August 2022 – February 2023
  • Pulpit Supply, Olympia Presbytery, June 2022 – February 2023
  • Monthly Supply Preacher, Wabash Avenue Presbyterian Church, August 2020 – June 2022
  • Lake Fellow Pastoral Resident, Second Presbyterian Church Indianapolis, August 2020 – December 2021
  • Co-Pastor, Titusville United Methodist Church, July 2018 – June 2020
  • Temporary Associate Pastor, Pelham Road Baptist Church, May – August 2016
  • Youth Pastor, Pelham Road Baptist Church, March 2015 – May 2017
  • Youth Staff, Ashley Ridge Church, March 2009 – August 2013

Odd Jobs and Creative Ministry

  • Special Education Instructional Assistant, Edison School of the Arts, 2021
  • Justice Team, Fair Housing Center of Central Indiana, 2020 – Current
  • Commuter Deacon, Princeton Theological Seminary, 2019 – 2020
  • Chapel Sexton, Princeton Theological Seminary, 2018 -2020
  • Anam Cara Mentor Program Coordinating Team Member, Princeton Theological Seminary, 2018 – 2019
  • Housing Resident Assistant, Princeton Theological Seminary, 2018 – 2019
  • Bartender, McCarter Theater, 2018 – 2019

Shaping the Call

  • President of Exploration of Vocation and Ministry Program, Furman University, 2016 – 2017
  • Transition Coordinator, United Ministries, 2016 – 2017
  • Horn Sergeant, Furman Bands, 2016 – 2017
  • Admissions Ambassador, Furman University, 2013 – 2017