Our staff
Reverend Susan Holden
understands faith as a developing, practical expression of God’s love, revealed most vividly to us in Christ Jesus. Challenging, fulfilling and even fun, growing in faith changes how we think, act, and prioritize our lives, in ways that bring joy, hope, healing, and thriving, not just to us, but to those we encounter. Faith needs the gifts of community, and it’s a journey of discovery for all persons. No one is excluded who desires to begin. Susan believes very strongly in grounding our faith journey in Christian scripture and reflecting through the lenses of wise traditions, reason and experiences that shape and guide us in our lives every day.
Susan grew up near Nashville TN and attended college at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville and the University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, where she studied dance choreography and teaching. She later received her MS from the University of TN. She later supplemented her knowledge of the psychosocial challenges faced by differently-abled persons through study and certification as a Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant. Through those studies, Susan developed a passion for designing creative movement, story telling, experiences with multi-generational populations, especially those with impairments. She has worked with schools and universities, elder care programs, and at-risk youth to help them bring the power of their stories into conversation with others in different contexts. She also used her creative and practical experiences to inform her practice in pediatric occupational therapy in the Clark County School District and in private therapy for ten years.
Susan is a life-long Methodist, but began to experience a disruption of her assumptions about the Christian faith not long after moving to Las Vegas. Just when she was ready to leave the Church altogether, she felt a distinctive nudge from God to invest her time and energy in helping plant a new United Methodist church in Northwest Las Vegas. She found herself captivated by a fresh, exciting vision and understanding of the purpose and power Christian community, centered in the practices of grace and explained in everyday language.
During this season, Susan also felt prompted to consider full-time ministry in the United Methodist Church and began the journey of discernment and study through seminary. In 2014, Susan was appointed Associate Pastor and Campus Minister to the UNLV community, serving at University United Methodist Church. She received her Master of Divinity from Claremont School of Theology in 2015 and was ordained as an elder in 2017. In June 2019, she was pleased to be appointed to Journey United Methodist Church to minister and lead this community of life-long learners on our journey of discovery and faith.
understands faith as a developing, practical expression of God’s love, revealed most vividly to us in Christ Jesus. Challenging, fulfilling and even fun, growing in faith changes how we think, act, and prioritize our lives, in ways that bring joy, hope, healing, and thriving, not just to us, but to those we encounter. Faith needs the gifts of community, and it’s a journey of discovery for all persons. No one is excluded who desires to begin. Susan believes very strongly in grounding our faith journey in Christian scripture and reflecting through the lenses of wise traditions, reason and experiences that shape and guide us in our lives every day.
Susan grew up near Nashville TN and attended college at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville and the University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, where she studied dance choreography and teaching. She later received her MS from the University of TN. She later supplemented her knowledge of the psychosocial challenges faced by differently-abled persons through study and certification as a Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant. Through those studies, Susan developed a passion for designing creative movement, story telling, experiences with multi-generational populations, especially those with impairments. She has worked with schools and universities, elder care programs, and at-risk youth to help them bring the power of their stories into conversation with others in different contexts. She also used her creative and practical experiences to inform her practice in pediatric occupational therapy in the Clark County School District and in private therapy for ten years.
Susan is a life-long Methodist, but began to experience a disruption of her assumptions about the Christian faith not long after moving to Las Vegas. Just when she was ready to leave the Church altogether, she felt a distinctive nudge from God to invest her time and energy in helping plant a new United Methodist church in Northwest Las Vegas. She found herself captivated by a fresh, exciting vision and understanding of the purpose and power Christian community, centered in the practices of grace and explained in everyday language.
During this season, Susan also felt prompted to consider full-time ministry in the United Methodist Church and began the journey of discernment and study through seminary. In 2014, Susan was appointed Associate Pastor and Campus Minister to the UNLV community, serving at University United Methodist Church. She received her Master of Divinity from Claremont School of Theology in 2015 and was ordained as an elder in 2017. In June 2019, she was pleased to be appointed to Journey United Methodist Church to minister and lead this community of life-long learners on our journey of discovery and faith.
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SEFO MISIONARE
Samoan Congregation Leader Sefo (aka "Jeff") leads our Samoan language services. Sefo is pursuing ministry and hopes to be a pastor in the near future. With the support of his wife Paula, Sefo brings vital ministry to our Samoan congregation. |
Megan Schnizlein
Music Director
Contact: schnizleinmegan@gmail.com
Megan shares her talents with us each Sunday leading our praise band, Footnotes and choir and other musical programs.
Megan is currently a music teacher with the CCSD and planning on seeking certification in music ministry.
Music Director
Contact: schnizleinmegan@gmail.com
Megan shares her talents with us each Sunday leading our praise band, Footnotes and choir and other musical programs.
Megan is currently a music teacher with the CCSD and planning on seeking certification in music ministry.
Deborah Hodler
Children and Youth Ministry Director
Contact: mom4three@cox.net
Debbie is building our children's ministry and coordinating our youth ministry, in conjunction with our volunteers. Debbie is a recently retired elementary school teacher with years of experience and love to offer children. She is looking forward to building a meaningful ministry that will enrich children's lives and assist their families.
Children and Youth Ministry Director
Contact: mom4three@cox.net
Debbie is building our children's ministry and coordinating our youth ministry, in conjunction with our volunteers. Debbie is a recently retired elementary school teacher with years of experience and love to offer children. She is looking forward to building a meaningful ministry that will enrich children's lives and assist their families.
Helen Weaver
Administrative Assistant
Contact: journeyumcoffice@gmail.com
Helen keeps our office running smoothly. She always has a smile and is ready to help.
Administrative Assistant
Contact: journeyumcoffice@gmail.com
Helen keeps our office running smoothly. She always has a smile and is ready to help.