Thursday, November 21, 2013

Meet the Team: Joel & Jennifer Smith


            Where did you graduate from and what did you study?
 Joel and I both graduated from Clemson University. Joel studied American Sign Language and I studied Special  Education.

             What led you to do Generation LINK?
 A year and a half ago, Joel got the opportunity and privilege of leading the SummerLINK team to Boston. We were engaged at the time, and while he was there, he kept telling me how much he enjoyed getting to know and learn from the leadership team at Redemption Hill Church. Over the summer, Joel grew a great respect for Tanner and John, the pastors of RHC and wanted to spend more time learning from them how they led their church. That summer, before I came to visit the SummerLINK team in Boston, Joel asked me to pray and consider if the Lord may be leading us to move to Boston. It was during my visit that the Lord made it clear that He was calling us to Boston. We spent time prayer walking through the city, and it was during that time that we felt the Lord leading us to move here. Generation-LINK provided the way for us to move to Boston, be trained theologically and equipped in ministry under the leadership of Redemption Hill Church.

Which location and what areas of ministry do you serve with through Generation LINK?
Joel and I serve at as College Ministry leaders at Redemption Hill Church in Medford, MA (Greater Boston).

 What are you most excited about in your area of ministry?
It is our prayer that these students would grow in their love of the Lord and commitment to His word, and zealously share the good news of Christ with other people on their campus and in their spheres of influence. We are most excited about seeing Christ exalted as students come to faith and grow in their love and knowledge of our Savior!

What 2-3 books have been most formative in your walk with Christ?

Well besides the Bible…  :) 
- “Death by Love” by Mark Driscoll (Joel)
-“Desiring God” by John Piper (Joel & Jen)
-“The Gospel Primer” by Milton Vincent (Jen)

What are your favorite things to do in your free time?
Joel: Fishing & Camping
Jennifer: Anything outside, hiking, exploring New England, and talking with friends
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          What is your typical coffee shop order?
We both are pretty plain…just a coffee (but I leave room for cream and lots of sugar!)


By: Jennifer Smith

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