Senior Director of Mission Engagement and Support
1001 New Worshiping Communities
Special Offerings
Relationship and Development Operations
Mission Support Resources
Mission Engagement and Support
Rosemary C. Mitchell, Senior Director
rosemary.mitchell@pcusa.org
502-569-5628
Rosemary C. Mitchell serves as senior director for Mission Engagement and Support.
“It is through our acts of kindness and generosity that we demonstrate our love of God and our love of neighbor,” she says. “It is my privilege to help Presbyterians be faithful to this Great Commandment Jesus taught us.”
Mission Engagement Advisors
Mission Engagement Advisors can tell you about the various ministries of the Presbyterian Mission Agency and guide you through ways to support them financially. They can also direct you to resources that will help you engage in other ways.
Lynne Foreman, Northeast region, Synods of the Northeast and Trinity
lynne.foreman@pcusa.org
704-256-1028
Lynne Foreman is the mission engagement advisor for the Northeast region, which includes the synods of the Northeast and Trinity.
“As a lifelong Presbyterian, I am humbled and grateful to serve, work, and give back to the church that has had a major impact on my life and in the lives of so many in my family,” Lynne says.
Sy Hughes, Southeast region, Synods of Mid-Atlantic, South Atlantic and Boriquén (Puerto Rico)
sy.hughes@pcusa.org
540-458-1869
Sy Hughes is the mission engagement advisor for the Southeast region, which includes the synods of the Mid-Atlantic and South Atlantic.
“My goal is to connect the passion, leadership and excitement of congregations, individuals and presbyteries to the mission and ministries of the wider Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.),” Sy says.
Rhonda Kruse, Midwest region, Synods of Mid-America, Lakes and Prairies and Rocky Mountains
rhonda.kruse@pcusa.org
502-919-1835
Rhonda Kruse is the mission engagement advisor for the Midwest region, which includes the synods of Mid-America, Lakes and Prairies and Rocky Mountains.
“I am happy to serve on a team that engages mid councils, churches, and individuals with our denomination’s mission and ministries and that seeks their prayers, participation and support as we partner together to discerns God’s vision for PC(USA),” Rhonda says.
Bill McConnell, South region, Synods of the Sun and Living Waters
william.mcconnell@pcusa.org
502-569-5027
Bill McConnell is the mission engagement advisor for the South region, which includes the synods of the Sun and Living Waters.
“The church is called to various ministries close to home and around the world,” Bill says. “I am excited to find connections that link individuals, congregations and mid councils with these ministries and that explore ways that we can more actively participate in God’s mission.”
René Myers, West region, Synods of Alaska-Northwest, Pacific, Southern California and Hawaii, and the Southwest
rene.myers@pcusa.org
951-214-9679
René Myers is the mission engagement advisor for the West region, which includes the synods of Alaska-Northwest, Pacific, Southern California & Hawaii and the Southwest.
“It is a blessing to connect with people who feel called to make a difference for God’s people throughout the world and share stories of how the Presbyterian Mission Agency partners with our congregations and members to make that difference,” René says.
Chris Roseland, North region, Synods of the Covenant and Lincoln Trails (Lead Mission Engagement Advisor)
chris.roseland@pcusa.org
502-439-4930
As the lead mission engagement advisor, Chris Roseland supports colleagues as they work with individuals, congregations and mid councils across the United States. In addition, Chris himself serves the North region, which includes the synods of Lincoln Trails and Covenant.
“I believe that mission is common ground for our diverse, divided denomination,” Chris says. “I feel called by God to serve the church in this vitally important ministry.”
Jon Moore, 1001 New Worshiping Communities
jon.moore@pcusa.org
502-612-5026
Jon Moore is a mission engagement advisor who focuses on the 1001 New Worshiping Communities movement. He works with individuals, congregations and mid councils across the United States.
“I’m called to invite people to become personally involved in God’s work to save and change lives,” Jon says.
Special Offerings
Bryce Wiebe, director, Special Offerings
bryce.wiebe@pcusa.org
502-569-5414
Bryce Wiebe is director of Special Offerings for the Presbyterian Mission Agency (PMA).
He and his staff promote the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.)’s four Special Offerings and the causes they support. The four offerings are One Great Hour of Sharing, Pentecost, Peace and Global Witness, and Christmas Joy.
Relationship and Development Operations
Alex Spoelker, manager, Relationship and Development Operations
alex.spoelker@pcusa.org
502-569-5052
Alexandra “Alex” Spoelker is the manager of relationships and development operations for the Presbyterian Mission Agency.
In this role, Alex oversees the team that is responsible for gift processing, gift acknowledgement, prospect research, gift reporting and database functions. – In addition, she works on special projects that seek to maximize financial efficiencies and nurture donor relations.
Theresa Goodlin, Team Leader for Raiser’s Edge Gift and Data Entry
theresa.goodlin@pcusa.org
502-569-5181
Theresa leads a team of gift/data entry professionals that processes and acknowledges gifts to the Presbyterian Mission Agency. She serves as the liaison to donors who have questions about their gifts or giving opportunities.
Mission Support Resources
Nicole Gerkins, Mission Engagement Associate
nicole.gerkins@pcusa.org
502-569-5611
Nicole Gerkins assists congregations and individuals seeking to support Presbyterian World Mission.
Nicole assists congregations that want to establish relationships with mission co-workers, helps match the passions of individuals and congregations with giving opportunities and provides resources to aid them in their mission engagement. She is also Mission Engagement and Support’s liaison with mission networks.
Joan Gray, Mission Specialist
joan.gray@pcusa.org
502-569-5041
Joan Gray’s primary focus on two ministry areas, Compassion, Peace and Justice and Racial Ethnic and Women’s Ministries. She resources congregations seeking to engage in the work of these two ministry areas through financial giving and other types of involvement.
Joan also facilitates the Pillars of the Church initiative. Individuals become Pillars of the Church by making sustaining, monthly gifts to specific PMA ministries. Congregations become Pillars by committing to annual gifts in support of a PMA ministries.
Jon Reinink, Church Support Associate
jon.reinink@pcusa.org
502-569-5082
Jon Reinink interprets the ministries supported by the four churchwide special offerings, provides resources to promote the offerings, and encourages congregational participation. His work includes a special focus on helping new pastors understand the impact congregations make by participating in Presbyterian Mission Agency ministries. He also facilitates congregational engagement in the work of the denomination.
