2018 MNYS Annual Assembly: Nominations* & Elections
*As of April 20, 2018
Vice President
Christopher Vergara
Saint Peter's Church, Manhattan
Church Leadership
Executive Committee of Synod Council, MNYS
President, Saint Peter’s Church
ELCA AMMPARO Network, Member
Community Leadership
Prop, Gotham Knights Rugby Football Club
Designer, BroadwayBares: Equity Fights AIDS
Statement
As a first generation Latinx native NYer, who found the Lutheran tradition in high school, I’m excited by the opportunities & challenges to use the diverse & abundant gifts God has given us to the service of the gospel in OUR synod.
Petra (Renee) Wicklund
Our Savior, Port Washington
Church Leadership
Reference & Counsel (five years as chairperson)
Synod Council (three years on Executive Committee)
Church Council Secretary (at Trinity LESP)
Community Leadership
Port Washington Parent Council
Port Washington SEPTA (board member)
Manorhaven School, Class Parent Coordinator
Statement
God is good. If by the Holy Spirit’s guidance this Synod determines that my time for greater service has come, then I will aspire to serve competently and gratefully.
Barbara A. Johnson
The Christ Center at Transfiguration, NY
Church Leadership
Chair – SENT Strategy Committee (MNYS)
MNYS Working Group
President, V.P. Church Council (Transfiguration, NY, NY)
Community Leadership
President – Jamie Towers Board of Directors
Public Member-Community Board 9
Board Member LSSNY
Candidate Statement
In this time of transition, I’d like to offer a well-balanced approach for stabilization and innovation as we serve together in mission. My spiritual and professional disciplines will be an asset to growth in our Synod
Secretary
Rev. Robert Schoepflin
Abiding Presence, Fort Salonga
Church Leadership
Secretary, Metropolitan New York Synod
Board of Directors, Long Island Lutheran Day School
Community Leadership
Northport Ecumenical Council
Kings Park Ecumenical Council
Statement
I have served as Synod Secretary since first being elected in 2010 and am willing to continue serving if elected by the Assembly.
Treasurer
John D. Litke
St. Peter's, Huntington Station
Church Leadership
Congregation President
Synod Vice President
ELCA Task Forces
Community Leadership
Habitat For Humanity
Science Fair Judge
Lutheran Schools Association board
StatementI have taught congregational finance and administrations for several decades and understand finance and administration issues.
BALLOT 1: Synod Council Clergy | Southeast Queens
The Rev. Marva Jenkins | Conference Nomination
Evangelical Lutheran Church of the Epiphany, Laurelton
Church Leadership
Synod Council Member
Multicultural Committee, Chair
Dean
Community Leadership
Addisleigh Park Civic Organization
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Member of the community planning task force to preserve St. Albans Veterans Hospital
Statement
It will be my honor and privilege to have the opportunity to participate in the decision making body of the Metro NY Synod. I have long been concerned and involved in Synod wide and local church governance even prior to my ordination; serving as chair of the Multicultural commission, Synod Anti-Racism Team, congregational council president, etc.
BALLOT 2: Synod Council Clergy | Northeast Queens
The Rev. Daniel Penumaka | Conference Nomination
St. Paul's International Lutheran Church, Floral Park
Church and Community Leadership
Pastor, St. Paul's International Lutheran Church
Synod Council Member
Conference of Deans
ELCA-Asian Church Planning Team Mgmt
Community Leadership
Interfaith Clergy Fellowship, Floral Park
Indian Christian Community Leader: Telugu
Statement
I thank the Lord for giving me an opportunity to serve on Synod Council. God has blessed me with skills and wisdom to help support ministry in our synod. I have been contemplating whether to continue to serve for second term or not, as you all know the circumstances changed. I began to pray and realized that I want to share my wisdom and experience to support our ministry together for “such a time as this”. I am humbled to serve as an ambassador for 190 congregations in our Synod.
BALLOT 3: Synod Council Clergy | Brooklyn Bridges
The Rev. David C. Parsons | Conference Nomination
St. John-St. Matthew-Emanuel, Brooklyn
Church Leadership
MNYS Commission For Gay & Lesbian People (past co-chair)
MNYS Anti-Racism Committee
Dean, Brooklyn Bridges Conf. (2 terms)
Community Leadership
#GetOrganizedBK, Racial Justice Working Group
Statement
I feel called to serve on synod Council. I will seek to listen more than I speak, and foster a spirit of transparency, diversity and equity.
BALLOT 4: Synod Council Clergy
Bronx Conference did not provide a nomination
The Rev. Harry Schenkel | Standing for Re-election
St. Paul's Lutheran Church, East Northport
Church Leadership
Executive Committee of Synod Council, MNYS
MNYS Synod Council
Board Member- LI Lutheran Day School
Community Leadership
Northport Ecumenical Lay Council
Statement
It has been my honor and privilege to serve over the last four years on the MNYS Synod Council. If God so chooses, I would be willing to continue to serve.
The Rev. Justin Johnson | Standing for Re-election
Trinity, Kingston
Church Leadership
Synod Council
Anti-Racism Strategy Enabler
RIT Campus Pastor (Upstate NY)
Community Leadership
CROP, Walk Leader
Kingston Interfaith Ministerium
Kingston Backpack, Program Creator
Statement
My focus is on race issues, LGBTQ+, youth, and campus ministry.
The Rev. Chryll D. Crews
Saint Stephen's, Brooklyn
Church Leadership
LMHE Board Member
Reference and Counsel Member
Vicar
Community Leadership
School District 27, Parent Council Vice President, 2004-2005
Statement
I’m interested in representing the South Shore Conference and ADLA as a Synod Council member. I believe my leadership skills developed through pastoring, pastoral care, and legal studies will be an asset to the council.
The. Rev. Donald Lemke
Gloria Dei, New Hyde Park
Church Leadership
Regional Director for Lutherans Concerned MNYS
Interim Pastor in Western ND and MNYS
Community Leadership
SEFA Campaign-SUNY Downstate, Co-Chair
Statement
For me to serve is to work within and outside of the usual in order to break the bounds of normalcy and create a new and vibrant community.
BALLOT 5: Synod Council Lay Female
Southwest Brooklyn Conference did not provide a nomination
Barbara Holm
Our Saviour, Mineola
Church Leadership
Treasurer, 2000-2017
Statement
I have served my congregation since I was in my 20's and would like to expand my service.
Synod Deacon Anita Martin-Williams
New Hope Jamaica, Queens
Church Leadership
Church Outreach Committee
Community Leadership
Music and Worship Committee
BALLOT 6: Synod Council Lay Female | Delaware–Hudson
Hazel R. Goldstein | Conference Nomination
St. John's Lutheran Church, Middletown
Church Leadership
MNYS Gathered Strategy, Chair
MNYS Assembly Committee
St. John's Church Council VP
Community Leadership
Past President Kiwanis Club of Middletown
Past President Junior League of Orange County
Statement
Our synod offers wonderful opportunities for training, growth and support to all our congregations. It is a privilege to be part of the opportunity to serve the people of our synod.
BALLOT 7: Synod Council Lay Male | Eastern Nassau
To Come
Church
Church Leadership
To Come
Statement
To Come
BALLOT 8: Synod Council Lay Male | Southwest Nassau
Cecil B. Spurlock-Shackelton | Conference Nomination
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Roosevelt
Church Leadership
Director of Youth Ministries
Statement
I enthusiastically submit my application for nomination to serve in a capacity that allows me to be impactful within my Church community.
BALLOT 9: Synod Council Lay Male | Western Suffolk
Dave Ehlers | Conference Nomination
St. John's, Lindenhurst
Church Leadership
Church Council President
Assisting Minister
Served on two Call Committees
Community Leadership
Cub Scouts, Eagle Scout
Amityville and St. John's, Fund raising
Statement
The church saved me. Absent during my 20s, something was missing in my life. I hope I can represent a diverse point of view to make sure we are reaching out to everyone to share God's love for us.
BALLOT 10: Synod Council Lay Female | At Large
Wendy Bean Tannenbaum | Standing for Re-election
St. Paul's Lutheran, East Northport
Church Leadership
Synod Council Member 2014 - 2018
Synod Capital Improvement Challenge Grant Review Committee
St. Paul's Ministry Partnership Committee
Community Leadership
Currently in training for Stephen Ministry (lay care giving ministry that supplements pastoral care)
Statement
Focused on advancing our synod's strategic plan to build bridges, serve others, address social issues and grow in our relationship with God.
Diane R. Gilroy
Holy Trinity, Bellerose
Church Leadership
MNYS LYO Advisor
Council VP—Holy Trinity, Bellerose
Community Leadership
Co-op Board of Directors
Candidate Statement
I would love the opportunity to serve our Synod in a different capacity. For 30 years I have been serving the youth of MNYS.
BALLOT 11: Synod Council Multicultural Male | At Large
Synod Deacon Steven Daniels
Trinity, Wyandanch
Church Leadership
Assisting Minister
Community Leadership
Basketball Youth Ministry
Wyandanch PAL Football Coach
Statement
I would consider it a honor to serve on the synod council.
BALLOT 12: Synod Council Youth (16-17 Years) | At Large
Adam A.D. Campbell
Evangelical Lutheran Church of Our Saviour, Mineola
Church Leadership:
Acolyte
Vocalist- Soloist
Community Leadership:
Boy Scout Troop Youth Leader
Order of the Arrow- Member
Candidate Statement
None
BALLOT 13: Synod Council Lay Male | Unexpired Term (2020)
John Ogren
Gustavus Adolphus Lutheran Church, Manhattan
Church Leadership
MNYS Multicultural Committee, chair
Synodical Deacon
Church Council
Seafarers House Executive Committee
Community Leadership
Gramercy Park neighborhood associates
Artbreak Hotel Gallery
Statement
God has found me and love me as I am. I have a deep desire to serve God and God’s Holy people. I am excited to be serving in our synod and will be honored to serve in this capacity.
BALLOT 14: Consultation Committee | Clergy Female (2)
The Rev. Jeanne Warfield
Grace Lutheran Church, Forest Hills
Church Leadership
MNYS Candidacy Committee
MNYS Bridgebuilder
Community Leadership
Forest Hills Interfaith Clergy Group
FH Community Pantry
Healthy Congregations (trained facilitator)
Statement
To listen calmly, respond with honest care and imaginative prayerfulness are gifts I can offer in service. Along with this is my abiding love for Jesus and church people. I believe in the capacity of congregations to navigate challenges and changing times in order to deliver genuine care for peoples' real lives.
The Rev. Sonja Tillberg Maclary
Christ Lutheran Church, Woodstock
Church Leadership
Trained in Interim Ministry
Healthy Congregations Facilitator
20 years experience in ministry
Community Leadership
Woodstock Interfaith Council
2017 Recipient of Ulster County, YWCA Community Spirit Award
Candidate Statement
I welcome this opportunity to use the experience and training I have had to serve our wider church and would seek to do so with care and love. Also, my location in the Hudson Valley would bring some geographic diversity to the committee.
The Rev. Diane O. Wildow
Redeemer- St. John’s, Brooklyn
Church Leadership
Teach of Diakonia
Former Dean
MNYS Domestic Violence Awareness Committee
Community Leadership
Disaster Chaplain
Disaster Chaplaincy Services Leadership Team
Community Emergency Response Team
Candidate Statement
I would be honored to use my gifts for the betterment of the Synod and to represent it in this position.
BALLOT 15: Consultation Committee | Clergy Female
(Merged with Ballot 14)
To Come
Church
Church Leadership
To Come
Statement
To Come
BALLOT 16: Consultation Committee | Clergy Male
The Rev. Justin Lathrop
Ascension, Deer Park
Church Leadership
Metro DC Synod Council Exec. Cmt.
Western Suffolk Conference Secretary
LuHi Head of School Search Cmt.
Community Leadership
Town of Babylon Interfaith Task Force
Babylon Interfaith Homeless Initiative
Deer Park Community Assoc.
Statement
I would like to offer a steadying voice to congregations in crisis.
BALLOT 17: Consultation Committee | Clergy Male
The Rev. Peter Rustico
St. John's, Middletown
Church Leadership
Former Dean, Delaware-Hudson Conference
Former member of Synod Worship Committee
Muhlenberg College Alumni Board
Community Leadership
Greater Middletown Interfaith Council, President
Middletown Fire Department Interfaith Committee, Chaplain
Hospice of Orange and Rockland
Statement
I was pleased to be nominated for this position. If I am elected to serve I would gladly seek to help congregations in conflicted situations, drawing on my 36 years of experience as a parish pastor.
BALLOT 18: Discipline Committee | Clergy Female
To Come
Church
Church Leadership
To Come
Statement
To Come
BALLOT 19: Discipline Committee | Clergy Male
The Rev. Wilbert Miller
Holy Trinity, Manhattan
Church Leadership
Candidacy Committee
Dean (Pacifica Synod)
Chair of Professional Leadership Conference (Pacifica Synod)
Board ELCA Deaconess Community
Community Leadership
San Diego Organizing Project
PA Rotary Club, President elect-Ardmore
Board of the Lankenau Hospital, Wynnewood, Pennsylvania
Statement
I have served in a host of different positions in four different synods (Southeastern Pennsylvania Synod, Metropolitan Washington, D.C. Synod, and Pacifica Synod) and in varied congregational settings from inner-city to center-city to suburban. I am committed to mutual ministry between congregation, synod, and national church. Finally, my prayer is that we listen to one another carefully, especially in the face of differences of opinion.
BALLOT 20: Discipline Committee | Lay Female
Synod Deacon Carole Brosnan
Ascension Lutheran Church, Franklin Square
Church Leadership
Church Council
Community Leadership
Officer-Franklin Square Fire Department Auxiliary
Statement
Honored to be considered for this position.
Synod Deacon Anita Martin-Williams
New Hope Jamaica, Queens
Church Leadership
Church Outreach Committee
Community Leadership
Music and Worship Committee
Madelyn Soussoudis
Advent Lutheran Church, Manhattan
Church Leadership
Congregation Call Committee
MNYS Candidacy Committee
Diakonia Graduate | Diakonia Location Manager
Community Leadership
Residential Condominium Finance Committee
Previous Board Member
Statement
I am a long time member of the ELCA, graduate of the diakonia adult Christian education program, prior location manager of the diakonia Queens location, current lay member on the MNYS Candidacy Committee, and consistent volunteer and lay leader of committees and ministries at my home church.
BALLOT 21: Discipline Committee | Lay Male
Synod Deacon John Malone
Holy Trinity, Brooklyn
Church Leadership
Synod Council Member
Co-chair Synod Diaconate Council
Synod Deacon
Community Leadership
My community work has not involved leadership positions
Statement
It is important to me when situations arise that could involve discipline, that proper process is followed and anyone involved be treated fairly. I will bring this value to the Discipline Committee if elected.
BALLOT 22: Churchwide Assembly | Clergy Female (3)
The Rev. Ann Tiemeyer
Advent, Manhattan
Church Leadership
ELCA Justice for Women Consulting Committee
National Council of Churches - Associate General Secretary for Joint Action and Advocacy
Legislative Team for Good Soil - working for full inclusion in the ELCA
Community Leadership
Commission on the Status of Women, United Nations, Delegate
Advent Lutheran Church Food Pantry and Community Lunch, Volunteer
Statement
Having attended past assemblies as a voting member, I am glad to share my experience with new voting members to help them negotiate the complexities of a churchwide assembly. I would be privilege and honored if elected to serve the whole church in important way.
The Rev. Harriet Wieber
Holy Trinity, (Flatbush) Brooklyn
Church Leadership
Dean of South Shore Brooklyn Conference
Diaconate Council
Community Leadership
Community Board #18
Marine Park Civic Association
Statement
I would consider it a privilege to serve our Synod in this way. I am reminded of my confirmation verse which I received so many years ago: “As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.” Joshua 24:15.
The Rev. Linda Bell
Good Shepherd, Roosevelt
Church Leadership
Supply Pastor
Member Black Clergy
Community Leadership
Organized Forgiveness Retreat 10/6
Local and Churchwide
Philadelphia
Candidate Statement
As a first time member, I look forward to be part of the churchwide family engaged in planning for the future.
Rev. Jeanine Owens
Church of the Abiding Presence, NY
Church Leadership
Executive Committee Metro NY synod/council
Grant Review Committee
Community Leadership
Former Board member of the Fort George Community School
Worked at the New LIFE School
Candidate Statement
If elected, this will be my first experience attending a Churchwide Assembly. I am excited about what I will learn and share with the Metro NY Synod and my community.
The Rev. Rebecca J. Pollicino
Holy Trinity Lutheran, Bellerose
Church Leadership
Executive Director Diakonia 2016- present
Outreach Committee 2013-2018
National Diakonia Board 2017-present
Community Leadership
Uniondale Clergy Association 2011-2017
VIP Uniondale 2013-2017
Candidate Statement
As I get more involved in the church and the national Diakonia board, I would love to have the opportunity to represent this synod at churchwide.
The Rev. Diane O. Wildow
Redeemer- St. John’s, Brooklyn
Church Leadership
Teach of Diakonia
Former Dean
MNYS Domestic Violence Awareness Committee
Community Leadership
Disaster Chaplain
Disaster Chaplaincy Services Leadership Team
Community Emergency Response Team
Candidate Statement
I would be honored to use my gifts for the betterment of the Synod and to represent it in this position.
BALLOT 23: Churchwide Assembly | Clergy Male (2)
The Rev. Joel K. Brandt
Gloria Dei, Huntington Station
Church Leadership
Reference & Counsel MNYS 2016-2018, Chair
Member of MNYS Claimed Committee
Member of the Lutheran-Anglican-Roman Catholic Dialogue
Statement
In my 30th year of ordained ministry, I'm very interested in attending my first Churchwide Assembly.
The Rev. Mark Erson
St. John's, Manhattan
Church Leadership
Claimed Committee, Chair
Project Connect, Synod Coordinator
Diakonia
Community Leadership
Yorkville Youth Theatre, Director
Fierce, Comrade
Heritage of Pride, Volunteer
Statement
It is both an exciting time and a challenging time to be the Church. We are wise to thoughtfully work together as God's people for the sake of the gospel and the world.
The Rev. David M. Grainson
Holy Trinity, Rockville Centre
Church Leadership
MNYS Diaconal Council
Community Leadership
RVC Police Chaplain
Statement
I would be incredibly honored to represent the Metro New York Synod at the Church Wide Assembly.
The Rev. Paul Milholland
Trinity, Astoria (Long Island City)
Church Leadership
Synod Council MNYS
Executive Committee
Assembly Committee, Chair
Community Leadership
Lindenhurst Rotary, 8 years
Statement
To serve the gospel of God's love and see it realized around the world.
The Rev. Kevin O'Hara
Lutheran Church of Our Savior, Patchogue
Church Leadership
Steering Committee Secretary/Treasurer for Peconic Conference
Sent Committee Member
Synod Assembly Planning Committee Member
Community Leadership
Protestant Campus Ministry at Stony Brook University, Board Member
Boy Scouts Troop 47, Board Member
Statement
My mother's faith is pivotal in my own life's journey and I wouldn't be who I am without her encouragement. As we discern our statement on women and justice, I would love to vote in honor of her.
The Rev. David C. Parsons
St. John-St. Matthew-Emanuel, Brooklyn
Church Leadership
Brooklyn Bridges Conference, Dean (2 Terms)
MNYS Anti-Racism Committee
MNYS Commission For Gay & Lesbian People, Former Co-Chair
Community Leadership
#GetorganizedBK (Brooklyn) Racial Justice Working Group
Statement
I would be honored to serve. I will do my best to be prepared, and to participate as fully and thoughtfully as possible.
The Rev. Arden C. Strasser
St. Luke's, Manhattan
Church Leadership
Synod Worship Committee
Interim Ministry
Statement
As a missionary in S. Africa for 8 years, and having led congregations on both coasts, I bring a down to earth grasp of the ELCA, the global church, and passion for her mission. I'll speak faithfully to our MNYS memorials.
BALLOT 24: Churchwide Assembly | Lay Female (3)
Susan Brandt
Gloria Dei Evangelical Lutheran Church, Huntington Station
Church Leadership
Synod Council, Rocky Mountain Synod
Stewardship Committee Chair, Rocky Mountain Synod
Stephen Ministry Leader, Southeast Michigan Synod
Community Leadership
Parent/Teacher organization, Treasurer
National Association of Church Business Administrators
Statement
Assemblies are important work of the church. We discuss and reflect on our mission and decide future steps. We pray, study, and worship. I would appreciate the opportunity to serve the synod as a Churchwide Assembly
Cynthia D. Corley
New Hope, Jamaica, Queens
Church Leadership
Co-Chair Call Committee New Hope Jamaica
Executive Committee MNYS Council
Statement
I have been a lifelong Lutheran. I am daily growing in my relationship with Jesus Christ. As I grow, God is revealing gifts for me to share with others. I see this as an opportunity to continue my growth through service.
Synod Deacon Anita Martin-Williams
New Hope, Jamaica
Church Leadership
Church Outreach Committee
Community Leadership
Music and Worship Committee
Deacon Dorothy M. Scholz-Beyer
Holy Trinity, Manhattan
Church Leadership:
Congregation Council (term ended 2/2018)
Assisting Minister
Christian Education and Fellowship Committee
Community Leadership:
Manhattan Conference Treasurer
Metro. Synod SENT Committee
Synod Office Volunteer
Candidate Statement:
I have dedicated my life to the work and ministry of the Metro. NY Synod and the ELCA. I wish to attend the 2019 Churchwide Assembly and learn more ways that “we are church” together.
Synod Deacon Roberta C. Detmers
Church Leadership:
Synod Deacon
Diakonia Site Coordinator and Steering Committee Member
SW Queens Exploratory Committee Secretary and Congregation President
Community Leadership:
Parents Association Co-President
Parents Association Treasurer
Poll Watcher- School Board Elections
Candidate Statement:
God is good, all the time! Personally continuing to listen to God’s call, I would be humbled and honored to represent the MNYS at the 2019 Churchwide Assembly.
Elizabeth Hoffmann
Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, Rocky Point
Church Leadership:
Past Congregation Council President
Diakonia Location Manager
Synod Assembly Planning Committee Chair
Community Leadership:
None
Candidate Statement:
I enjoyed attending the Churchwide Assemblies, doing the work of the church, meeting people from around the country.
Barbara A. Tormondsen
St. Paul’s, Rye Brook
Church Leadership:
Women of the ELCA Churchwide Board Member
St. Paul’s Treasurer
St. Paul’s President
Altar Guild/WELCA
Community Leadership:
Food 2 Grow On Volunteer
Service Committee Chairperson Fairfield Women of Portmouth College
Former Trustee School of the Holy Child
Candidate Statement:
Having served as a voting member at the 2017 Women of the ELCA Assembly, I understand the importance of churchwide assemblies and would be excited to serve as called by Christ.
Synodical Deacon Jean M. Dougherty
St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church, Smithtown
Church Leadership:
Synodical Deacon
MNYS WELCA Board Member
Peconic Conference Steering Committee
Community Leadership:
NOW Member of Suffolk County
Abraham’s Table Member—Interfaith
Candidate Statement:
After working to promote understanding of the social statement on Justice for Women in Church and Society for two years, it would be a joy to attend churchwide and be able to vote.
Eleanore L. Sudbrock
Advent Lutheran Congregation, New York
Church Leadership:
Hunger Committee- Current
Chair of Koinonia Board of Directors
Community Leadership:
President of Coop Board
Community Board 8- Advocacy for Affordable Housing and Parks
Candidate Statement:
The heart of our ministry together is to be God’s love, hope, healing and life for others, particularly the stranger, poor, immigrant, refugee, hungry and all in need, by the fits of the Holy Spirit and in the name of Jesus.
BALLOT 25: Churchwide Assembly | Lay Male (4)
Alex Lawrence
Trinity Lower East Side Lutheran Parish, Manhattan
Church Leadership
Choir Director
Previous Member of Sower's Project
Community Leadership
Executive Director of a food pantry/soup kitchen ministry
Statement
As the leader of a service ministry for the church, I'm excited to bring my perspective the wider church.
John D. Litke
St. Peter's, Huntington Station
Church Leadership
Congregation President
Synod Vice President
ELCA Task Forces
Community Leadership
Habitat for Humanity
Science Fair Judge
Lutheran Schools Association, Board Member
Statement
I have the experience and knowledge of the ELCA to make informed decisions during the Churchwide Assembly.
Synod Deacon Paul E. Lumpkin
King of Kings, New Windsor
Church Leadership
MNYS Sent Committee
Synod Council (2 terms)
Community Leadership
Dist. Chr. Boy Scouts of America
Northeast Region, Vice-Pres
NLAS
CSEA Comm.
Statement
Previous voting member of ELCA, love doing God's work.
Lenny A. Duncan
Jehu's Table, Brooklyn
Church Leadership
Vicar (3 years), St. Mark's SEPA Synod
National Evangelist #decolonizelutheranism SEPA Synod Anti Racism Team
Community Leadership
POWER (PA/PICO Affiliate), Clergy member/organizer
S.A.A.AN at ULS, Chair
Statement
The strategy for authentic diversity, the memorial on African Descent lives and its implementation, as well as a church wrestling with the most divided time politically in this country since the civil war. It is my sincere desire to represent and advocate for this synod and its people.
BALLOT 26: Multicultural (1)
Maritza Tamayo
Trinity Astoria/LIC
Church Leadership
Church Council
Stewardship Chair
Conversaciones biblicas en Español
Statement
Serving will give me the opportunity to voice the needs of those from other backgrounds.
Christopher Vergara
Saint Peter's Church, Manhattan
Church Leadership
Executive Committee of Synod Council, MNYS
President, Saint Peter’s Church
ELCA AMMPARO Network, Member
Community Leadership
Prop, Gotham Knights Rugby Football Club
Designer, BroadwayBares: Equity Fights AIDS
Statement
As a first generation Latinx native gay NYer, it would be an honor and joy to represent the diversity of our Synod in the CWA.
Norman Irving
Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, Cambria Heights
Church Leadership:
President of Men’s Ministry, Prince of Peace
Former Secretary Lutheran Men in Mission, MNYS
Community Leadership:
Leader of Clothing Drive in Cambria Heights
Member of Local 475- New Welder Test Training Course
Candidate Statement:
I love to serve the church in any way I can. I am willing and ready to represent MNYS at Church Assembly.
BALLOT 27: Young Adult (1)
Marret Arfsten
Bethlehem, Baldwin
Church Leadership
MNYS LYO Board, Adult Advisor
Pinecrest Lutheran Leadership Ministries, Publicity Director
National Youth Gathering 2018, MNYS Day Coordinator
Community Leadership
S.A.F.E. Classes (Special Action For Escape, self-defense for individuals with special needs), Assistant to the instructor
Statement
I am hoping to be able to serve the church at a higher level, and represent the interests and needs of my generation.