Dr. James R. Henery first came to Ithaca as designated pastor in 2004, and then was installed as pastor in September, 2006. His background includes teaching both high school and college in media/journalism and writing for newspapers. He has served the church in a variety of contexts, including interims, parish associate, and US Navy Chaplain. Degrees include a BA from the College of Wooster, OH; an M.Div. from the Methodist Theological School in Delaware, OH; and a Doctor of Ministry from Ashland Theological Seminary and Ashland University, Ashland, OH, with an emphasis in Charles Dickens. Additional studies include summers at Trinity College, Dublin, Ireland, and colleges in Oxford and Cambridge, England.
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