OUR PASTOR
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Born and raised in Philadelphia, Steven Michael Pittman Sr. was ordained as elder in 2020. He began his ministry as a part-time local Pastor in July 2009 at Green Lane UMC and has been serving Grace UMC in Philadelphia since July 2017. In addition to Grace, Rev. Pittman will now serve Janes UMC beginning July 2024.
Rev. Pittman is a graduate of Albright College, where he obtained a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. After graduating from Albright, Rev. Pittman attended the United Theological Seminary in Dayton OH and received M.Div. in June 2008. In addition to ministering to the local community, Rev. Pittman previously worked in Behavioral Health for 18 years.
Rev. Pittman serves as an Assisting Elder and a Pathways Facilitator in the East District. In addition, he serves on various committees, including the East District Committee on Ministry, the Urban/Congregational Development Team, and the EPA Episcopacy Committee. Rev. Pittman’s passions include preaching, teaching, and counseling. Rev. Pittman is married to Kabrene Yvette Pittman and has a daughter Stephanie Rene and a son Steven Jr. Overall, he continues to live his life in accordance to his favorite scripture: Phillipians 4:19: I can do all things through Christ who Strengthens Me.
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MISSION/VISION
At JANES, we pursue the Glory of God through worship, ministry, giving and education. We strive to connect with Jesus Christ and to each other, in order to magnify His name. At the heart of everything we do is the understanding that we must love God with all our heart, with all our soul, and with all our mind, and to treat our neighbors as we wish to be treated ourselves.
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CORE VALUES
Our congregation is fueled by a firm belief in the teachings of our Lord, and when we are together under the holy spirit of God — we become one. We welcome you to join our community and discover His power in your life. Don’t hesitate to contact us to find out more. We are always open to visitors and new worshippers who want to come and pray among us.
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