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Ministry Team

Jenifer Anne Root
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  • Jenifer Anne Root
    Job Info
    The Program Ministry Team
    Position Title:
    Associate Director of Youth Ministries
    Position Description:
    Jenifer works closely with the director of youth ministries Rob Phillips to oversee all programs for youth in grades 6-12. Jenifer has particular responsibilities that include our confirmation class and Mid-high UMYF
    Contact Info
    Email:
    ascyouth(at)wpumc.com
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  • Personal Info

    Raised in the Triangle area, Jenifer is excited to be serving the youth at White Plains.  She graduated from Broughton High School before doing her undergrad
    work at UNC Greensboro where she received a BA in Psychology as well as a BFA in Theatre Education. 

    She comes to White Plains most recently from Methodist Theological Seminary in Ohio with a Master's of Divinity degree. In addition to her educational background Jenifer brings experience working in K-12 public education, theatre management and working professionally with United Methodist youth groups in Greensboro and Ohio.  Jenifer also has connectional experience serving on design teams for several conference and jurisdictional events including the design team of Exploration 2011. 

    Jenifer oversees the middle school youth events, including confirmation.  She also is involved with the youth musical and Oldies Drive In.