Liberty Corner Presbyterian Church Welcomes New Pastor

BASKING RIDGE, NJ — The Liberty Corner Presbyterian Church welcomed a new pastor, the Rev. Dr. M. Barnabas Sprinkle following a yearlong search process.

"I am thrilled to continue Liberty Corner's legacy of inspiring worship, deepening discipleship, and meaningful ministry in this community," Sprinkle said of being apart of the 180-year-old church.

Church committee members presented their unanimous recommendation on Nov.3 and the congregation elected Rev. Sprinkle to serve as Lead Pastor.

Sprinkle brings almost 20 years of pastoral and organizational skills and experience, having served churches in Texas, Georgia, and most recently Medford, Oregon. He earned degrees in physics and communication before receiving a Masters of Divinity degree and Spiritual Formation Certificate at Columbia Seminary, as well as a Doctorate in Ministry from Fuller Seminary emphasizing missional leadership.

As the son of a minister, Sprinkle grew up in the church and shared that he "knew all the answers in Sunday school, but experienced hypocrisy, gossip, and rejection from many Christians." At one low point, he challenged his faith and instead of losing faith, received confirmation of God’s love.

"Since that time, I have learned a lot of theology, but the core of my faith is this: God is real, and God loves us!"

Sprinkle will begin his ministry at Liberty Corner Presbyterian Church on Sunday, Dec. 15 and will preach beginning Dec. 22, with worship at 9:15 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. each Sunday. He will be leading worship on Christmas Eve, Dec. 24, at 3, 7, 9 and 11 p.m.

For more information about Liberty Corner Presbyterian Church, visit libertycorner.org.

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