Meet the Orientation Team

Name: Melissa Yosua

I'm a second-year Masters of Divinity student from Maine.  I'm a United Methodist, and hope to go back to the New England Conference to do parish ministry.  My current ministry interests center around the emerging church and reaching out to the postmodern generation.  I'm also a liturgy nut.  I'm interested in reading science fiction and fantasy novels, crafts such as knitting and cross-stitch, blogging, and planning my wedding next August (to the orientation coordinator! ;-) ).  I'm really looking forward to meeting all of you!

Name: Susan Mcrae

I am originally from Alexandria, Virginia.  I am a 3+ year MDiv student, and currently not affiliated with any denomination.  The early years of my adult life were spent teaching English and history, and raising my son, Bryan.  In 1995, Bryan and I moved to the Outer Banks of North Carolina.  I began to set aside my harried pace and ponder what was truly meaningful beyond raising my son, who until then I had referred to as the only “masters degree” I would ever need!  I returned to my writing, my music, and my art over the next several years never imagining that at the tender age of fifty-three I would enter seminary.  God truly works in mysterious ways.   

The Drew community has helped me discover my passion: addressing the issues that face women and children who are victims of domestic violence, abuse, and poverty.  I believe my ministry will include my love of the arts as healing and therapeutic, my passion for speaking and preaching as a liaison between communities of faith and private organizations, and my experience as an educator in developing informational and educational programs.  I consider my time of study at Drew to be a freely given gift (see engraving in Greek over the front door of Seminary Hall) and I work to freely pass the blessings I receive to others. 

Name: Dae Won Yang

Greetings! My name is Dae Won Yang and I'll be a second year M. Div. student in the Fall. I'm currently United Methodist and my passion is in Youth Ministry and possibly Camp Ministry. I've gained so much in the past year not only from the wonderful professors, but from my friends and colleagues as well. So I challenged you to be open to new ideas and approaches.

Name: Blessings Magomero

I come from Malawi in Africa . I have been in ministry for the past 17 years. During my seventeen years in ministry, I have learned that leadership is action and not positions.Now I am here at Drew, the College which I love most. I am United Methodist. My interest is parish ministry. My personal interests are reading, spending time with my family, and visiting friends.

Name: Benjamin Davis

I am a second year MDIV student, United Methodist and hope to return to New England after I finish school . I am an unabashed emergent/postmodern ministry geek and also greatly enjoy leading/developing worship services. When I'm not working as Orientation coordinator, I enjoy reading fantasy/sci-fi novels, playing piano, and preparing for my wedding with my lovely fiancee Melissa (see above).

Name: Darlene Resling

I am a second career MDiv student and am entering  my third year of studies.  As a lifelong United Methodist I am looking forward to my supervised ministry experience in the Cornwall United Church in Cornwall, NY.  This will be done while carrying a full load of classes and continuing to drink in as much of campus life as possible.   Where this will all lead, only God knows.  As a certified candidate for ordained ministry in the United Methodist Church I am focusing on ordination in the Elder or new Deacon track.

Name: Eun Ok Cha.

Year At Drew: Second Year
Denomination : Korean Methodist Church
Interests in ministry : The ministry for the poor or the sick.
Personal Interests : Music(especially CCM), social walfare

Name: LáNette Pennington. 

I am a 3rd year M. Div. student.  My advice to you as you travel along this journey is to ALWAYS put GOD first in everything that it is that you aspire to do!  Many blessings to you as you embark upon this theological expedition!

Name: Farrah Willis

Year at Drew:  2nd year M.Div.
Denomination:  United Methodist
Ministry Interests:  Pastor, Missions, Hispanic Ministries, and Pastoral Counseling
Personal Interests:  Photography, Baking, Hiking, Reading, and Traveling

Name: Matthew Goode

Bio Coming Soon!