Rod grew up on the family farm in Seward, Nebraska, where he graduated from Seward High School in 1973. He attended Southeast Community College, studying Electrical Technology after which he participated in an internship in Douglas, Wyoming. Returning to the farm in 1977 to work with his father, Rod spent the next several years in the family farming operation, a passion he continues along with his work in the ministry. Rod began the process toward United Methodist ministry in 2000, and completed “License to Preach” school in 2001, after which he was appointed to serve as the senior pastor for the Conestoga Parish. While there, he was instrumental in bringing regular seasonal Bible Studies to the Parish, including Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University, and various studies on faith, health and wellness, Advent and Lenten studies. As of July 1st, 2011, Rod has been appointed to continue his ministry serving the Raymond United Methodist Church. He looks forward to continuing meaningful Bible Studies, faith-building and providing leadership for programming that meets the needs of today's society. His goal is to grow the church and its ministry, and welcomes visitors to come see what the Raymond United Methodist Church has to offer!
Rod is the father of four, and grandfather to four! He and his wife Ann, live near Seward with their youngest child, Kevin, a student at Seward Middle School, and grandson Malachi, a student at Seward Elementary School. Rod enjoys golfing, reading, and relaxing with friends when possible.
Rod grew up on the family farm in Seward, Nebraska, where he graduated from Seward High School in 1973. He attended Southeast Community College, studying Electrical Technology after which he participated in an internship in Douglas, Wyoming. Returning to the farm in 1977 to work with his father, Rod spent the next several years in the family farming operation, a passion he continues along with his work in the ministry. Rod began the process toward United Methodist ministry in 2000, and completed “License to Preach” school in 2001, after which he was appointed to serve as the senior pastor for the Conestoga Parish. While there, he was instrumental in bringing regular seasonal Bible Studies to the Parish, including Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University, and various studies on faith, health and wellness, Advent and Lenten studies. As of July 1st, 2011, Rod has been appointed to continue his ministry serving the Raymond United Methodist Church. He looks forward to continuing meaningful Bible Studies, faith-building and providing leadership for programming that meets the needs of today's society. His goal is to grow the church and its ministry, and welcomes visitors to come see what the Raymond United Methodist Church has to offer!
