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Max McGinnis - Senior Pastor
max.edgewood@gmail.com
What is your title and role at Edgewood?
My title is Senior Pastor and I am the pastor responsible for the overall oversight of ministry at Edgewood.
How did you come to ministry?
Between my junior and senior year of high school I felt a strong call to vocational ministry either as a missionary or as a pastor. Since then, I have enjoyed 3 years as a missionary in Latin America and 11years as a pastor in a local church.
Where did you study?
I received an A.A. degree from Central Christian College in McPherson, KS, in 1990. After graduating I spent a year serving as a VISA missionary in the Dominican Republic. In 1993 I earned a B.A. in Sociology from Roberts Wesleyan College. After a few years of pastoral service, I enrolled at Northeastern Seminary and received a Masters in Theological Studies in 2000.
Who has influenced you the most in your ministry and why?
Those that have impacted my life in ministry are many. Perhaps those that have influenced the most are my family members that are pastors. My dad, brother, and brother-in-law have all had very successful ministries in the pastorate. By watching, listening, and gleaning from their consistent example and fidelity to the gospel, my life as a minister has been greatly enriched.
Are you married, do you have children?
I met my wonderful wife Kristin, at Roberts Weslyan College in 1991. We were married in 1994 and have been living out an adventure of faith, love, and service ever since. Along the way, we have been blessed with four children - Addison, Felicia, Isaac, and Jacob.
What do you like to do in your spare time?
I enjoy reading the newspaper with a good cup of coffee. While working around the house I enjoy listening to NPR, ESPN, and The Economist podcasts. On the sporting end of life, I try to keep up with whatever my kids are playing, and I also enjoy the opportunity to play golf with guys in the church. On a daily basis, Kristin and I like to end the day talking, reading, or watching a movie.
Favorite Movie?
Syriana, Shadowlands, Band of Brothers (series), On the Waterfront
Favorite song/band/singer?
U2, Jesus Adrian Romero, Gillian Welch
Brenda Reding - Associate
brendalreding@gmail.com
What is your title and role at Edgewood?
I am one of the Associate Pastors at Edgewood. My role is fluid and changing, just the way I like it. I live for those honest conversations with people who are seeking God or deeper meaning to life, and are willing to share their questions, concerns and journey with me.
How did you come to ministry?
I came to ministry and to a personal relationship with God the long way.I was not raised in the church or with any faith and I faced many challenges. My struggles also included the bondage of alcoholism where I eventually surrendered and called upon God for help, and he did! God freed me from that addiction in May of 1991! It was years later that I came to know Christ Jesus in a personal way and immediately knew that I was called to share my experience, and the good news of freedom in Christ, with others whose struggles I could understand so well. God is good and He is good all the time. Life is good and abundant.
Where did you study?
I have a B.S. in Occupation Therapy from SUNY Buffalo, and a Masters in Theology from Northeastern Seminary. I am currently enrolled part-time at NES and working towards a Master of Divinity.
Who has influenced you the most in your ministry and why?
Iti s impossible for me to identify only one person. As I review my life even going back to childhood I see that God, in His infinite wisdom and grace, has placed so many people in my life that have encouraged me on the path he has for me.
Are you married, do you have children?
I married Tom in 1997 and we have two children Jared and Emma, who have partnered with me and have supported me on this journey. I am truly blessed and very grateful.
Pets?
We have a dog named Destiny. She is a mutt we adopted from a rescue shelter a couple of years ago, and she is a sweetheart. We also have a Russian Tortise named Lightning.
What do you like to do in your spare time?
I enjoy walking, jogging the canal path in spring and summer. I do a little bit of gardening and enjoy baking when I have time. I like to play tennis. I love to read.
Favorite Book/series?
Right now I read three to four hundred pages a week for seminary - need I say more? My favorite devotional read is The Guide to Prayer for Ministers and Other Servants. For pure fun and mindless enjoyment I get a kick out of Janet Evanovich’s Stephanie Plum bounty hunter series-they make me laugh out loud.
Favorite Movie?
Lord of the Rings, National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation
Tom Kilburn - Associate Pastor
tkilburn@edgewoodfmc.com
Home Campus?
I serve in all Edgewood campuses, but function as the Lead Pastor of our Honeoye Falls Campus.
What is your title and role at Edgewood?
My title is Associate Pastor and I am the pastor responsible for youth ministries, some preaching and general goofing around.
How did you come to ministry?
I’m not sure, I was driving down a nasty, bumpy road one day wondering where I was headed, made a u-turn, got some good directions, got a good map, trusted the route, liked the scenery and wanted to see more. Next thing you know I’m being invited to lead others to explore the scenery as well and here I am.
Where did you study?
That all depends on the topic! Spiritual stuff: Winebrenner Theological Seminary and Asbury Theological Seminary, General Stuff: Temple University, Life: School of Hard Knocks
Who has influenced you the most in your ministry and why?
Pastor Jim Moore, who is deceased, was a major influence in my life as I was trying to understand my calling to ministry. He had a contagious personality that was always joyful and challenging. He introduced me to many good preachers, messages and thoughts about faith. He gave me my first two opportunities to preach even while I was not a member of his church. I also had several other people in my journey who also played a big part in showing me Jesus and teaching me how to be like him.
Are you married, do you have children?
I am married to Cherie and this year will be our 29th anniversary. We were never able to have children, though we wanted to have 5.
What do you like to do in your spare time?
What is spare time?? I like to hunt, ride motorcycles, play volleyball, be outdoors, cut and split wood, build things, tear things down, have fun with teens, go to the beach down south, travel and serve all around the world for Jesus
Favorite Movie?
Field of Dreams, Swiss Family Robinson, Dirty Dozen, Indian Jones movies.
Favorite song/band/singer??
Horse with no Name by America and One by Three Dog Night, Dave Clark 5, Temptations, Sam and Dave, Chicago ( Mac Powell)
Dr. Tim Dwyer - Minister of Preaching
Titleand Role at Edgewood Brighton: Tim is our primary
preaching pastor at our 9:30am and 11:15am worship services. Education:
Ph.D.(New Testament), University of Aberdeen, 1990 M.Div., Talbot School of
Theology, 1983 B.A.,Azusa Pacific Unviersity, 1980; A.A.
San Jose City College, 1978 Favorite
Movies: Ben Hur, Spartacus Dr. Bryan Hunter - Music Director
bhunter7@naz.edu
How did you come to ministry?
My parents bought a piano when I was in third grade so that I could learn to play hymns for church. The small church I grew up in was always struggling to have an accompanist for worship services.
Where did you study?
I have bachelors degrees in Music Therapy and Psychology from Maryville University in St. Louis, and a Master's degree and Ph.D. in music therapy from the University of Kansas, Lawrence.
Who has influenced you the most in your ministry and why?
Ken Medema, because of his inspiring ability to engage people in music and worship whether it be a group of 25 or 3000 in number.
Are you married, do you have children?
I am married to Leslie Hunter, and we have three children, Stephanie, Bryan, and Caitlin.
What do you do like to do in you spare time?
Travel and fish.
Favorite Book/series?
John Grisham novels
Favorite Movie?
Shawshank Redemption
Favorite song?
Unchained Melody
Daria Roesch - Children's Ministries Director
daria@edgewoodfmc.com
What is your title and role at Edgewood?
Director of Children's Ministries. I oversee Kids JAM, Wee Care, and special events for children and families. I am also responsible for the oversight of our Precious Kids Preschool.
How did you come to ministry?
I felt a calling as a child and my life has been a journey towards God's plan for me, which seems to be this position at Edgewood at this time.
Where did you study?
I received a B.S. in Communication from SUNY College at Fredonia in 1988.
Who has influenced you the most in your ministry and why?
Aside from my savior, the biggest influence on me has been Pastor Alma, who has guided, supported, and taught me many things about serving the Lord.
Are you married, do you have children?
I've been married 19 years to Matt and we have three truly wonderful daughters, Amanda, Gretchen, and Emily.
Pets?
We have a seven-year-old Beagle named Noelle who has become an important part of our family.
What do you like to do in your spare time?
I like to read Christian non-fiction, mysteries, and science fiction and I like to run.
Favorite Book/series?
My favorite book is Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen. My favorite mystery series is by Jane Haddam and the lead character is retired FBI agent Gregor Demarkian.
Favorite Movie?
Chariots of Fire (A very close second is The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe.)
Favorite singer?
Matt Roesch
Sarah Belle - Office Ministries
office@edgewoodfmc.com
What is your title and role at Edgewood?
Office Ministries: church secretary. I do lots of things like put together the bulletins, update the church register, nag the staff and organize everything I can get my hands on!
How did you come to ministry?
I held a graphic design job for two years after college. When I was downsized I took a look at things and found that secretarial work actually was a much better fit for me personality wise. I do get to use my graphic/artistic ability here at Edgewood everyday, and that is a lot of fun for me!
Where did you study?
Roberts Wesleyan College. (BS in graphic design)
Are you married, do you have children?
Nick and I have been married since 2003. We don’t have any children.
What do you like to do in your spare time?
Yardsale, Hunt & Gather (antiques), go to see old films at the DrydenTheatre, and I collect Muppets. (yes, you heard me correctly)
Favorite Book/series?
Harry Potter, The Catcher in the Rye, Twilight
Favorite Movie?
Radio Days, Mash, The Muppet’s Take Manhattan, Mon Uncle, Fanny and Alexander, etc.
Favorite song/band/singer?
The Counting Crows, Bing Crosby, Billie Holiday, Neutral Milk Hotel
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