2018 ANNUAL REPORT RESPONSES FROM NON-PARISH CLERGY

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1 Report of the Stated Clerk Stated Meeting of Presbytery -Valley Stream, New York January 26, 2019 #1a 10:15 am 2018 ANNUAL REPORT RESPONSES FROM NON-PARISH CLERGY RESPONDENTS: We have 27 responses. Ministries approved by Presbytery, Members-at-Large, and Honorably Retired. The information is based on responses received by January 18, MINISTRIES APPROVED BY THE PRESBYTERY: Immanuel Bae - Full time Chaplain at St. Francis Hospital. As Chaplain Immanuel visits with patients and their family s every day to provide presence, compassionate listening to those in their most lonely and suffering times as well as their liturgical needs. Immanuel attends the First Presbyterian Church of White Plains which is closest to his home. He stays connected by attending Stated Presbytery Meetings regularly and continues his professional development by annually attending the Conference for Association for Professional Chaplains and National Association of Catholic Chaplains conference. Immanuel enjoy bike riding, listening to music reading books travel. Message to the Presbytery: I would like the Presbytery to provide a gathering for the non-parish ministers at least annually, to exchange information and to encourage each other so that everybody can get to know each other and grow a dialogue. Jongmi Bae- No Report Aaron T. Hicks continues to serve with Serge Global International, an interdenominational mission agency with roots in the Reformed/Presbyterian tradition with a job description of cross-cultural evangelist and church planter. The head office is: 101 West Ave Suite 305, Jenkintown, PA ( primary role for the last 9 years or so has been serving as lead pastor/church-planter to a new-church development here in the city of Granada, Spain. In that capacity I believe that I am actively fulfilling the first four criteria (a through d). However, because of working overseas with an international mission, and not being physically present on Long Island, my present ministry does not allow me to participate actively in the presbytery. I maintain a relationship of support and accountability with Mattituck Presbyterian Church and also remain connected ecclesiastically and emotionally to Long Island. Because of living overseas "full-time", I cannot at this time fulfill an active role in presbytery, other than communication about the state of the Church in Spain and regular reports on our mission work by and in person when I return periodically to Long Island, which I hope to do this summer of At the current time, I continuing to serve as lead pastor of a new church development here in Granada called Iglesia Reconciliación. We continue to have a strong relationship with Mattituck Presbyterian Church as our home church, and they continue to support us with their prayers, finances and communication, in conjunction with the Presbytery of Long Island and our mission Serge Global. This year I taught two courses in Church History at the School of Theology here in Granada; however I have not been as active as I would like to be in continuing education and hope to do better with that in the upcoming year of I have been preaching an average of three times a month, leading weekly worship, Sunday school and Bible studies, the elder board, and various administrative tasks. Other ministry activities include: visiting the sick and hospitalized, funerals, volunteering with our food and clothing banks, meeting for discipleship with new believers, and currently serving as President of the province-wide ministerial association called "Granada Evangélica". I enjoy reading books on Spanish culture and history. I also continue to be involved in Spanish two sports clubs: a cycling club and a mountainrunning club. As a family, we enjoy hiking in the nearby Sierra Nevada mountains whenever we can! Message to the Presbytery: Thank you for your continued prayers and support as we proclaim the grace of Jesus Christ here in southern Spain. As I mentioned above, we plan to be back on Long Island this summer of 2019, and hope to connect with many of you then!

2 Christine Hong is now working at Columbia Theological Seminary having moved from Louisville Seminary as Assistant Professor of Educational Ministry preparing students for their vocations in serving God s church and the world through courses in Christian and Religious Education, Interreligious Education, and as an advisor and mentor. She teaches courses that emphasize vocational discernment, education, and social justice and encourage students to engage these categories of service in their personal and professional lives. Christine is involved in Camp and Conference planning, Church and ecclesial retreats, pulpit supply, and denominational gatherings that call on the work of Church educators. Christine is a member of Korean Central Presbyterian Church in Doraville, GA where Rev. Dr. Kevin Park is pastor and attends services regularly with her family and participates in the liturgical life and outreach of the church. Message to the Presbytery: Greetings in this Advent season! Wishing all those in the Presbytery of Long Island peace and joy in this season of waiting. Courage to all as we continue the work of doing and making justice in our shared world. You have my prayers for your flourishing and health. Kate (Karen) Huddelson is the full time Chaplin Palliative at Stony Brooke University Hospital providing prayer, counseling and administers the sacraments to patients, families & staff. Kate has provided Pulpit supply for local churches and leads a Bible study at the Old First Presbyterian Church in Huntington. She continues her professional development by attending cohort training and continuing education at SBUH and the College of Pastoral Supervision and Psychotherapy. For fun Kate enjoys exercising, meditation, enjoying New York and visiting her son in Brooklyn. Message to the Presbytery: Thank you! Kathy Ferguson Nealand- is currently the Full-time Pastor of the First Presbyterian church of Allegan, MI as well as continues to serve on the Search Committee of the Synod of the Northeast Presbyterian Women. Kathy continued her professional development by attending the Presbytery of Lake Michigan retreat in September 2018 and participated monthly in a pastor s book club in southwest Michigan. In addition, she attended the national gathering of Presbyterian Women in Louisville, KY in August For fun Kathy enjoys reading, playing with her dogs, exercising, listening to music, and watching television. Message to the Presbytery: John and I are enjoying living in southwest Michigan. Many people ask whether it is a culture shock. I usually reply that it is no different in that even Long Island has its small towns. The only difference is that here in Allegan, they are much further apart. John and I love the community and living on the edge of downtown Allegan. A river circles the town with five bridges needing to take to go anywhere. They love parades and often have activities at the riverfront (only 3 blocks away) as often as possible. John is just as busy being a real estate appraiser here as he was in NY. It is hard being far away from family and friends but we have been able to get home twice in Our dog Lydia passed away in August and we are seeking to adopt another dog to keep our other dog, Charlie company. John is struggling physically and will be getting a knee replacement in the near future. I am more involved in the town and enjoy the connections we are making with the community. Min Jung Park has just retired as a full time staff chaplain at Winthrop University Hospital in Mineola, NY. She also serves as a volunteer well-being minister to the elderly at Arumdaun Presbyterian Church. Marjory Roth- is the Chaplin for the Jarvie Foundation through the Board of National Missions PC (USA). There she offers Pastoral care and presence daily to those in Jarvie; she connects other ministry leaders to the program, as well as people to service their congregations and often provides care to pastors when they worry for their own members. Marjory worships and is involved at Oceanside Presbyterian Church when she is not helping other churches as Pulpit Supply. She stay active in the Presbytery attending Presbytery meetings, Synod representative and women clergy lunches. Marjory enjoys biking and running, completing 2 duathlons this year. Message to the Presbytery: I am impressed with this Presbyteries desire to make sure child care is always available Amos Shin - No Report

3 MEMBERS-AT-LARGE: Robert Griffin is a chaplain for East End Hospice. He is currently serving as temporary supply pastor to the shelter island congregation. Kate Jones-Calone is the director of ODE (Open Door Exchange) in Port Jefferson Station and has accepted the Call as Interim Pastor at the Setauket Presbyterian Church. Terri Ofori- No Report Anne Stewart-Miller - No Report George Wilson - No Report INACTIVE: Carol Maher Carol enjoys writing. RETIRED: Choong Sik Ahn- No Report Angela B. Archer - No Report Jeanne W. Baum attends the Westhampton Presbyterian Church where she has teaches bible studies and this year had the joy of planning a special service of reaffirmation of baptism. Jeanne has had the honor of being named Pastor Emeritus of the Old South Haven Church. Message to the Presbytery: As most already know, Bob s health is precarious and he has been hospitalized multiple times this year. At eight-six, he looks back on many fruitful years; as Synod Moderator and as a preacher and teacher of stewardship in many of our churches. Randall J. Broger provided pulpit supply at Brentwood, Sag Harbor, Amagansett, Greenlawn, East Hampton and Southold churches. Randall enjoys studying the piano, is a member of the Long Island Corvette Owners Association, participates and attends Corvette shows, (won three trophies this year) reads every day, maintains house and three cars, loving his children, grandchildren and little dog, and going to concerts, movies, plays, and dinner with my loving wife. Message to the Presbytery Just be yourself, listen to others and share their stories. Our doctors, mechanics and even the people who cut our grass are hungry for the word of the Lord. The best thing we can do is let them know that they are loved. Tom M. Castlen - worships at the Setauket Presbyterian Church and continues his spiritual development with online courses in Spiritual Formation and Emergent Church. Tom has provided on-line pastoral care and supports various local, national and global actives for peace and justice with time, presence, prayer and contributions. For fun Tom enjoys reading, theater, traveling and writing, and has finished writing the drafts for An Activist in the Civil Rights Movement and A New Season for Christianity and the Church (a study paper). William S. Causey attends the St. John Missionary Baptist Church, Boynton Beach, Florida with his wife Daphne. William continues his professional development by reading Democracy in Chains by Nancy MacLean, From Pastor to Psych Ward by Steven Austin, You Can Hear the Voice of God by Steven Sampson On Tyranny by Timothy D. Snyder. He tries to live his life like God has called us all to do, witnessing through service, example and conversation. He enjoys nature walks, movies, shared meals and is a handyman that likes to build cabinets. William will back on the Island this summer as Pulpit Supply in Bellmore. Message to the Presbytery - Time for another Presbyterian Rebellion almost At least lots of civic and biblical witness! Godspeed, Gang!

4 Richard Crayton- No Report Jean Dix With no Presbyterian Churches nearby, when Jean moved in 2006 she has been actively engaged in the life and ministry of the 1 st Congregation Church of Dalton Mass. UCC where she had lead a weekly adult study group. George Gaffga is living in Aurora Colorado where he occasionally preaches attends the Eagle Bend Community Church in Colorado and leads a men s Bible group. For fun he enjoys reading walking and traveling. Richard Goss No Report Kenneth E. Graham attends the First Presbyterian Church of Baldwin. He regularly attends Presbytery meetings, and continues his professional development by attending seminars at Princeton Theological Seminary and Story Point Center. Kenneth assisted St. Mary s Episcopal Church in Hampton Bays in their mission outreach program. Jimmy Hulsey - No Report Nancy S. Jennings worships, gives pastoral care and has provides pulpit supply when needed at Westhampton Presbyterian Church as well as provided weekly worship at the Remsenburg Community Church during the months of May September and on Christmas Eve. She has also engaged in funerals, weddings and reaffirmations of wedding vows. Nancy teaches sacred circle dance and participates in festivals. Message to the Presbytery Love and Blessings to all! Donald R. Knight actively involved in the Flemington Presbyterian Church, where he helps with serving home communion and visitations. Donald participates in the adult bible study groups, church choir and enjoys spending time with family, including five grandchildren. Message to the Presbytery We are using the book, The Gospel- Centered Community, by Robert H. Thune and Will Walker, we recommend it to others. Angus Ian Campbell Laing attends men s weekly Bible study at First Presbyterian Church in Babylon and he Worships, attends Bible Study and discussion groups at First Presbyterian Church in NYC, as well as attends Presbytery meetings and supply preaches. Ian Is involved in prison ministry, trying to assist several incarcerated persons and persons of high risk. For fun and enjoyment Ian vitiated West Point and Mohonk Mt. House NY. Message to the Presbytery-Very tough year, losing former Street Kid to drugs, Edward Good, after keeping him alive (I am told) for a longtime: the long fear phone call at 3am from police homicide squad happed. Beyond that God has been merciful. His ashes are now interred near those of Franklin Witcher who spent 44 years in prison (Baltimore), for a crime he did not commit. He was helped by Brown Memorial Park Ave. Presbyterian Church, Baltimore who brought his ashes to me last year. Clyde L. Mellinger attends the Mattituck Presbyterian Church, Pine Run Presbyterian Church, Webster United Methodist Church; Asbury/First United Methodist Church; Southold Presbyterian and the Webster Presbyterian. Clyde continues his professional development with preparations to response to conclusions of The Mormon Jesus by John G. Turner(former Parishioner), Researching into mysterious death of missionary, Marshall Rackett, East Palestine, in the late 1920 s and compilation of reading on The Death of Christ from James Denny to Fleming Ruthedge. Clyde enjoys spending time fishing with his grandchildren and their friends, painting 200 fence preparing house for 2 destination weddings this coming summer and facetiming with great grandchildren. Edward M. Myers attends the First Presbyterian Church of Smithtown and has been a faithful member of the Presbytery s Task Force on Bylaws Bills and Overtures. Edward participates in a bowling league, attends yoga classes and plays contract bridge. Message to the Presbytery- Blessing on the Presbytery of Long Island

5 Paul Moon No report Rodolfo Saborio- No Report Elisabeth K. Simpson- (Betsy) is attending services at 1 st Presbyterian Church Bethlehem, Pa. She stays very active in the LI Presbytery, a member of the Glenwood Life Center Commission and attended GA this summer in St Louis as an Overture Advocate and served as stated clerk, pro-temp. She was invited by the current pastor of the church she retired from to officiate a funeral of a former parishioner. Betsy took a trip to Morocco to learn about Islam and how it is open to interfaith relationships and women s justice/equality. She also travel to Napa CA with family attend concerts at Bethlehem Bach Choir once a month work locally au Urban Farm, The Easton Hunger Coalition, and composting program. Betsy continues to be active in the Presbyterian Peace Fellowship and was elected to serve on the Executive Committee. Message to the Presbytery- Retirement is allowing me time and opportunity to focus my ministry energies on peace & justice work, local activities addressing hunger, increased travel, and better and more time with family and friends. I hope everyone finds time to enjoy life s simplest and most profound blessings! Michael Smith - No Report Norman D. Stanton provided pulpit supply in Norman enjoys spending time with friends, travel, opera, philharmonic orchestra, theatre, museums and reading. Message to the Presbytery- I send warmest greeting to my fellow Presbyterians and appreciate my continued association with the Long Island Presbytery. Robert B. Stuart is Pastor Emeritus of the First Presbyterian Church in Amagansett and has provided pulpit supply and moderator for the East Hampton, Springs Church. This year Rob participated in an Interfaith Vigil at the Jewish Center of the Hamptons and joint healing services with East Hampton, Amagansett and East Hampton Springs. Rob is a member of the Cuba Work Group and enjoys traveling to Cuba. He also enjoys being a part of classics reading group and writing and trips to NYC with friends. Holly Haile (Davis) Thompson No Report S. Bruce Wagner. No Report John L. Wallace when able worships and sings in the choir at Westminster Presbyterian Church, West Islip. John enjoys local theater and music with his wife, rides to the beach and visits with relatives. Message to the Presbytery- I have been on the skids since February as a results flu, pneumonia and arthritis. Need to be faithful to do my exercises. Thanks for wishes and help with transportation. Grateful to have been allowed to grow old and for the prayers for our son undergoing organ transplant of the heart and kidney. Ralph B. Wright, Jr. has provided pulpit supply for various churches including Northport, Setauket, Sag Harbor, Shinnecock, Westhampton and Old South Haven. He serves on the Budget Committee and the Presbytery Disaster Assistance. Ralph uses his Tent Making (Bi-Professional) skills Pastor and Accountant to work with local churches regarding accounting/bookkeeping issues. He has provided funeral services, serves as Chaplain of Yaphank Fire Department and Chair of the Historical Lakeview Cemetery. Ralph enjoyed traveling with family to Germany, Switzerland, Singapore, Vietnam, and Arizona this year. Message to the Presbytery- Our Local Churches have major financial issues lack of millennials in our churches need to get beyond sacramental/liturgical role of church to a community/world mission model.