Kent Little, Senior
Pastor
Since his first introduction to College Hill
United Methodist Church Kent has found this community as a grace-filled and
sacred space of justice, welcome, and inclusivity, and is thrilled to be a part
of this family of faith.
Kent grew up the son of a United Methodist Minister, born and raised in Kansas
and in the United Methodist Church. He entered into the ministry in 1992 as a
student pastor, earning his BA in Speech and Communications in 1994, a Master of
Divinity from Saint Paul School of Theology in 1998, and was ordained an Elder
in the Kansas West Conference in 2000.
"I have long held
College Hill United Methodist Church as what 'Church' is supposed to be. It is a
privilege and honor for me to be in ministry in this Reconciling Congregation
with a commitment to inclusivity, the Spirit, Justice, and the care of all
Creation. We hold a long tradition and a hope-filled future of living out a
faith that participates with the Spirit as we work side by side to create a
community of peace bound together in Love and Grace Beyond Belief.
Brian Sutton, Director of Student
Ministries and Community Life
Brian
grew up in Culver, Kansas and was raised in the Methodist Church. He graduated
from Kansas Wesleyan University in 1991 with a Bachelor’s degree in Music and
Theatre Education. He has been involved in youth ministry for over 17 years 8 of
those years, he worked in the Kansas West conference office for the United
Methodist Church serving as the Director of Youth Ministry, Young Adults and
Camping. Brian came on staff at College Hill in October of 2006 and hasn’t
looked back.
The
youth ministry program at College Hill reaches out to all youth regardless of
race, language, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, physical or mental
ability, economic status or faith background. We embrace diversity and we affirm
the dignity and worth of every person created in the image of God. We believe
that discrimination is incompatible with God's message of unconditional love. We
are a group focused on building our relationship with Jesus Christ, working in
ministry and dedicated to outreach into our community with many activities and
connections.
Brian
also works with the community life of the church. Bringing in speakers and
special programs, offering outreach opportunities into the community and
building relationships in the neighborhood.
"This
church embodies ministry for me. There is so much going on and so many places to
get involved. I love my job and I love my kids. (Yes, I call them all my kids.)
This is a very special place and a great church.”
Ross Hearn,
Director of Church Music
and Chancel Choir
"Hello! I'm Ross Hearn, and I've served College Hill as Director of Church
Music since August of 1985.
I direct the Chancel Choir and oversee the entire music program at the church,
which includes the 9:40 contemporary service, Jubilation Ringers Adult Bell Choir, and the
Joyful Noise Children's
Choirs. Click here for rehearsal times.
I believe that music plays a vital role in the spiritual development of this
community we call CHUM. It is our desire to provide much variety in the musical
offerings during worship so that each person can experience music that touches
his or her heart.
I look on the music program at College Hill United Methodist as
our mission, and we invite all of you to get involved in one or more of the
music groups here at the church."
Jo Lynn Lewis,
Director of Caring Ministries
"College Hill UMC is comprised of a variety of individuals, all of whom have
cares and needs. Some are ill, grieving, homebound, struggling, and in care
homes. At CHUM, all members are a vital part of our church community even those
who can no longer attend or participate in the church's activities and
ministries. No matter what age, all people deserve to live their lives with
dignity and to continue to grow spiritually."
Jo Lynn is married to Dave, a property manager with Weigand Omega. They have
four adult children.
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