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Ann MichelAnn Michel

amichel@wesleyseminary.edu

Ann Michel is a seminary-educated layperson who has served in the professional ministry since 1994. She joined the staff of the Lewis Center for Church Leadership in January, 2005, as associate director. Previously, she served on the senior staff of Metropolitan Memorial United Methodist Church (the National Church of United Methodism), most recently as director of mission and outreach. She has experience in a wide range of ministries, including evangelism, communications, adult education, stewardship, women's programs, homeless ministries, and world service. Early in her career, Ms. Michel worked in government relations.

Education

  • Currently pursuing a Doctor of Ministry in church leadership
  • Master of Theological Studies, Summa Cum Laude, Wesley Theological Seminary, Washington, DC, 2000.
  • Bachelor of Science in Speech, Northwestern University, Evanston, Illinois, 1980.

Articles

Books

  • Co-author with Lovett H. Weems, Jr. of The Crisis of Younger Clergy to be published by Abingdon Press in early 2008.

Leadership Positions

  • Metropolitan House Homeless Ministry, Washington, DC. A founding director and current board member.
  • United Methodist Women. Has held office at the local, district and conference level.
  • St. Andrew's Episcopal School, Potomac, Maryland. Member, Board of Trustees and Touchstone Endowment Committee. Co-chair of Annual Campaign 2005 - 2007.