The pulpits of two East Lansing churches were filled this year with new leadership as Edgewood United Church of Christ and All Saints Episcopal Church called new pastors.
Founded in 1953, both progressive congregations are well known for their social justice commitments, including contributions to local racial reparations funds. ELi spoke with the new leaders to learn about their journeys and their hopes for ministry in East Lansing.
The faith leaders took winding roads to their positions in church leadership. One was inspired to join the ministry after fighting for fresh water justice and the other worked as a college professor…