Pastor Hines

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Introduction What a blessing it has been to serve as Bethel's pastor these seven years! From a prayer gazebo, Kelsey's Bridge, and now increasing accessibility with ADA restrooms and an elevator, we are building together!! More importantly, many are readily sharing in worship the ways God is blessing our lives, building our faith and sense of community. When two teens ask me for time to preach in worship, we know God is moving in our hearts. The Spirit has been moving in my life since birth. I am one of generations of preachers. I was born and raised in Connecticut in a family of five. Our ancestral roots emerged from the Great Migration from the South in the 40's. I graduated from Eastern College in St. Davids, Pa. and Yale Divinity School before being ordained an elder in the United Methodist Church. I have worked as a social worker, an elementary and high school teacher, community college adjunct professor. God is so good!