Our Pastor
 
Michael Rowe attended Highlawn Methodist Church when he received his call to ministry.  Michael was participating in a bonfire worship service as a camper at Asbury Woods Church Camp when he came forward and dedicated himself to work for the Lord.
    Michael knew that full time ministry was his calling at 19 but felt he was too young to pastor a church.  He attended Marshall University for a year and then did various jobs for several years.
    Michael has been very involved in his home church throughout his life.  He was a member of United Methodist Youth Fellowship, United Methodist Men, Lay Speaker and served on various committees.  He and his wife, Kara, began a regular contemporary worship service.  In the past year Michael has completed the Local Pastor Licensing School,  preached often in his home church and planned for the time he would receive his first appointment.
    Michael and Kara met at church.  Her father,the Reverend Casey Stinespring, was Michael's pastor for several years.  Kara and Michael worked together in committees and groups in the church as well as church camp.  They are a deeply devoted couple.  Kara enthusiastically participates in Michael's ministry.
    Michael will resume studies at Marshall University probably specializing in education.  He feels that an education specialty will be helpful in his ministry.
    Michael is committed to visiting his church members and others.  If you would like a visit, feel free to call Michael at the church or clock on his email address to contact him by email.

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