I am currently the Senior Pastor of Saint James Presbyterian Church, a Matthew 25 and Stephen Ministry congregation, located in Greensboro, NC, that seeks to eradicate systemic poverty, dismantle structural racism, promote congregational vitality, and provide distinctively Christian caregiving for anyone in need.
After receiving a Bachelor of Science Degree in Social Work from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, I spent ten plus years in this vocation working with marginalized populations. I earned my Masters of Divinity Degree from Union Presbyterian Seminary where I also received the Helen Dean Preaching Award - given to students who exhibit promise for effective preaching - and the James and Elizabeth Appleby Book Award - given to those whose commitment to Christ and spiritual promise indicate particularly fruitful pastorates to the glory of God.
Most recently, I completed my Doctorate in Ministry at Union Presbyterian Seminary focusing on trauma-informed preaching and spiritual practices that aid in healing the Black community. I aspire to use my experience in social work and theological education to cultivate brave healing spaces that aid in personal and public liberation.
I am committed to advocating for the rights, dignity, and wellbeing of the most vulnerable among us which can be seen through my involvement on multiple boards and church led mission initiatives such as: The Presbyterian Intercultural Network, Union Presbyterian Seminaries Center for Social Justice and Reconciliation, the Guilford County Infant Mortality Review Board, AuthoraCare Board and the Interfaith Affordable Housing Coalition to name a few.
I am a native of Morganton, NC, and treasure time spent with my husband and three daughters, as well as exercising, reading, listening to music, and being in nature.
Living by Proverbs 3:5-6, trusting in the Lord with all my heart, I have dedicated my life to serving God and others with love and compassion.
