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Pastor Jonathan Kollmann |
 | My life is centered on the life-changing gospel of Jesus Christ to people of all ages, nations, and races. I do not lean to one theological persuasion (liberal or conservative). I radically offer as an ambassador of Jesus Christ the transforming message of the gospel to all. My theology is richly rooted and centered in God’s grace, Jesus Christ’s ministry, and the early New Testament church. The New Testament church never excluded anyone by offering the good news of God’s grace and love, hope, and life to all. I thoroughly believe in community, fellowship, and family ministries that include small groups, family life ministries, marriage encounter, and gatherings for ministry to people who are normally excluded. I have seen tremendous fruit in ministry to people with young families and seniors (all ages). I believe that love, grace, and joyful obedience to God is primary for a Christian. I give all praise and glory to God! I love Jesus! He never excluded anyone. He hung out with people so that he could develop deep relationships with them…that is God’s mission – not religious obligation, but deep, loving, fun relationships. That’s my ministry in a nutshell!
My dream is to lead and equip a congregation in a growing area to be faithful servants of Jesus Christ. These servants would become salt and light in their context. By being salt, they will preserve their community and relationships, and many will taste and see that the Lord is good! As light they will illuminate faith, hope, and love to all those in the darkness of doubt, hopelessness and strife. This community will do whatever it takes to be salt and light as a community of faith and in their own homes, workplaces, all relationships, wherever they are. I found that at CLOUGH UMC! Call me anytime if you want to get together at 513-460-0322. Blessings and love!
(Pastor Jonathan is also a Chaplain in the United States Air Force Reserves at Wright Patterson Air Force Base for the 445th Airlift Wing www.445aw.afrc.af.mil/ )
Pastor Jonathan has been married to Kimberly Kollmann for over 14 years. Kim is a 1989 graduate of Anderson High School. She currently is working at Ayer Elementary as a kindergarten teacher. Kim enjoys teaching the children at Clough UMC God's word, hanging with friends, reading, and spending time with her family!
Their daughter Emily is in third grade at Wilson Elementary. She loves reading, horses and music. Recently Emily played in a basketball league. Emily loves Clough Church! She especially enjoys lighting the candles on altar before and after worship.
Their son Benjamin is in first grade at Wilson. He enjoys anything that has to do with Star Wars, Sponge Bob, playing outside, and sports. Benjamin has a very tender caring heart.
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Director of Youth Ministries Roselyn Sutherland
Roselyn and her family, husband Dave and two teenagers Megan and Logan, are actively involved in many ministries at Clough United Methodist Church. Roselyn's work as a nanny reflects her love for children of all ages and her passion for working with teens makes her the ideal leader for the Youth Group. She plans weekly meetings for the youth and coordinates special activities for them throughout the year. Clough is blessed to have Roselyn on its staff.
Administrative Assistant Dee Griffis |
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Dee Griffis, our church secretary, has been with us since October 2003. She works part-time here and also owns two on-line retail baby businesses called Baby Gifts-N-Treasures and Elegant Baby Beds & Gift Boutique. She has owned her baby business since 1998. She also attends various craft shows including Anderson and Amelia High School craft shows in the fall.
Dee has been married to husband, Bruce Griffis, for over 32 years. Bruce and Dee met as high school sweethearts and have been together ever since. Bruce Griffis, teacher/coach in the Forest Hills School District for more than 30 years, currently teaches at Nagel Middle School. They have four children from ages 21 to 29 and will be grandparents for the first time in August 2006. Dee has been active in church and serving the Lord more than 28 years and loves being around people. If you haven't had a chance to meet her, please stop by the office and introduce yourself.
Choral Director Betty Bothwell |
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 | Betty, a long time member of this church, has been our Choir and Hand Bell director for 20 years. She's musically talented, loves to sing and play piano, and tutors part time. She also enjoys performing in Community Theatre. Betty is married to John Bothwell and has twins, Jacob and Laura, who are active in the church, and a son Adam who graduated from college in 2006. Betty received a Bachelor's degree in music from Bowling Green State University and is currently working on a Master's degree in Education Administration. She is a music teacher for grades 1 - 6 at Hoop Elementary in the Mt. Healthy School District. We are blessed to have Betty's musical talent here at Clough.
Accompanist Robin Wilson |
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Robin has been accompanist at Clough UMC for over a year. She is a wonderful pianist and occasionally plays the organ. She also sings solos and plays at weddings and funerals. Robin teaches Elementary Music at Seven Hills. She is married to Randy Wilson and has 2 children, Audrey and Corey. Robin graduated from Glen Este High School, received a Bachelor's degree in Music Education from Ashland University, and recently completed a Master's degree in Curriculum and Instruction. Robin is a blessing to Clough UMC's music ministry.
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