Jane H. Peifer, Lead Pastor:

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Jane has been pastor at Blossom Hill since September of 1999.  She received a Bachelors Degree in Elementary Education, and a Masters of Divinity degree from Eastern Mennonite University .  She has 18 years of pastoral experience, and was ordained by Virginia Conference of Mennonite Church USA , in 1994.  She served on the Executive Board of Mennonite Church USA from 1999 – 2007.  She is the author of several children’s books.

 
Doug Friesen, Associate Pastor of Community Life: 
Doug became associate pastor at Blossom Hill in January of 2005.  He is a licensed psychologist with over 10 years of counseling experience working with children, teens, and adults.   Doug earned his doctoral degree in psychology from Fuller Theological Seminary.  Professionally, his areas of expertise include behavioral issues with children, teenage depression and anxiety, marital and family therapy, along with adult depression and anxiety.  Doug’s main responsibilities as part of the Pastoral Team are leading the men’s group, pastoral counseling, and forming, coordinating and resourcing small groups.

Michelle Dula, Associate Pastor of Christian Formation:

Michelle became associate pastor of Christian Formation in April of 2007.  She has 10 years of experience in teaching elementary school.  She earned a Masters Degree in Education at Millersville University in 1999, and graduated from Lancaster Theological Seminary with a Masters of Divinity degree in 2009.  Her main responsibilities as part of the Pastoral Team include chairing the worship committee, Christian education, and coordinating Faith-life rituals.

Ellyn Nolt, Administrative Assistant

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