Rob has served in the Western North Carolina Conference of the United Methodist Church for over 30 years, most recently as the Director of Church Development for the Conference. In that role, he supported new church plants, coached pastors and congregations, and helped guide churches toward greater vitality and Spirit-led visioning. Rob has also served as a local church pastor in a variety of settings across the conference and brings a deep love for helping churches imagine new ways of being the Church in a changing world.
Rob is married to Susan, his wife of 33 years. Susan holds a Master of Arts in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) and is currently completing her Master of Education in Reading. She has been teaching for 12 years, most recently serving as a Multilingual Learner teacher in a K–8 language immersion school with Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. This summer, she will begin a new role teaching 4th grade at Stoney Creek Elementary.
Rob is passionate about cultivating Christ-centered communities that listen deeply, love boldly, and lead with hope. He is looking forward to joining the Harrisburg UMC family and partnering with us to discover all that God has in store for this next chapter in ministry. Rob’s first day in the office will be July 7 and his first day in worship will be July 13.
VBS 2025: Adventure in Egypt – Joseph’s Journey July 15–18 9:00–11:30 AM For ages 3 through 5th grade
Have you signed up yet? Because Joseph is getting ready to take us on a wild ride through Egypt! Kids will step back in time and experience life in ancient Egypt—exploring Joseph’s story from the prison to the palace.
🎶 Sing songs that will stick in your head and your heart
🏺 Shop in a Bible-times marketplace
🍇 Taste unique Egyptian snacks
🤝 Play games that build real teamwork
🙏 Spot “God Sightings” all around
✨ End each day with high-energy worship that gets everyone moving!
Supplies are arriving. Costumes are being prepared. The camel’s almost packed. Now we just need YOU!
You Are Invited… As we enter the sacred days of Holy Week, we invite you to walk with us through the story of love, sacrifice, and resurrection. Whether you are a regular part of our church family or someone who joins us from time to time, this is a season for everyone.
Come as you are—bring your questions, your hopes, your burdens—and discover again the power and promise of Easter. There is something deeply moving about worshiping together during these days, and your presence would make the celebration more complete.
Let this be the year you say yes to the journey. We’d be honored to have you with us.
Holy Week Worship Opportunities
Palm Sunday – The Story in Music Sunday, April 13th, 9:00 a.m. & 11 am
Join us as the story of Jesus’ final week is told through powerful music and narration. A moving and reflective service to begin our journey toward Easter.
Holy Thursday – Tenebrae Service Thursday, April 17th, 6:30 pm A solemn service of shadows as we remember the Last Supper and Jesus’ path to the cross. The Tenebrae (Latin for “darkness”) leads us into quiet reflection and awe.
Easter Sunrise Service Sunday, April 20th 6:45 a.m. in the grove
Experience the wonder of the resurrection in the beauty of nature. As the sun rises, we proclaim that Christ is risen!
Easter Worship Sunday, April 20th,9:00 & 11:00 a.m.
Celebrate the joy of Easter morning with music, message, and community. Come rejoice in the good news of new life and endless hope.
Holy Thursday marks the Thursday before Easter, and it’s a time to remember the Last Supper, the final meal Jesus shared with his disciples before his crucifixion. The service will include communion, the stripping of the Sanctuary and a tenebrea.Tenebrae is the Latin word “darkness.The tenebrea is a a gradual extinguishing of candles to total darkness.
“Experiencing the solemnity of Holy Thursday deepens our understanding of the sacrifice Christ made for us. Walking through the Last Supper, the stripping of the sanctuary, and the darkness of Tenebrae allows us to feel the weight of Good Friday, making the joy of Easter morning even more profound. Join us for this meaningful service as we prepare our hearts for the celebration of Christ’s resurrection.”
Lent is a sacred season in the Christian year; a time when believers focus on simple living, prayer, and fasting to grow closer to God. It is a period of spiritual discipline, marked by repentance, moderation, and self-examination, as we prepare our hearts for the joy of Easter.
Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of this journey. Many Christians take this time to make resolutions and commit to meaningful changes, striving to reflect Christ more fully in their lives over the next forty days.
As we embark on this Lenten journey together, we invite you to join us for our Ash Wednesday Worship Service on March 5th at 6:30 p.m.
This link takes you to “The Sanctuary for Lent 2025” devotional! Each day includes a suggested Scripture, a brief reflection, and a prayer or practice based on the Revised Common Lectionary, guiding you from Ash Wednesday to Easter Sunday.
May this season be one of renewal and deepened faith.
