NUC Welcomes Dr. Michael Jenkins Jr.
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“Pastor Jenkins is a kind and loving pastor who is dedicated to the sharing of the message of hope and truth to those with whom he comes in contact.” A FORMER MEMBER
42 Pacific Union Recorder
e are delighted to share that Michael Jenkins Jr., has accepted the call to the Nevada-Utah Conference to serve as the pastor for the Abundant Life church in Las Vegas, Nevada, effective May 1, 2023. A seasoned minister, teacher, and counselor, Jenkins comes to us with 23 years of ministry experience. He is committed to community engagement and involvement and has a passion (and expertise) for urban ministry and youth/young adult ministry. Most recently, Jenkins served the Kansas Avenue church in Riverside, California, as the administrative pastor. His colleagues describe him as “hardworking” and “one who possesses strong administrative skills.” A former member shared that “Pastor Jenkins is a kind and loving pastor who is dedicated to the sharing of the message of hope and truth to those with whom he comes in contact.” Head Elder Virgil Richardson shared, “The Abundant Life search committee took their appointment very seriously. As a church and committee, we took time to pray and fast for who our new pastor would be, and we believe that Pastor Jenkins is the right man for us. With confidence we know that God has brought him here for such a time as this.” A graduate of Oakwood University and the theological seminary at Andrews University, Jenkins completed his Doctor of Ministry degree with a concentration in Urban Ministry in 2019. Joining Jenkins on this pastoral journey is his wife, Erin, a nurse practitioner with a specialization in psychiatry-mental health. She also serves as a captain in the U.S. Air Force Reserves. Together they have a beautiful family with five children—two adult children, one Oakwood University junior (Brenna), and two high school seniors (Michael and Mason). Dr. Jenkins was installed on Sabbath, May 13, 2023. Thank you for keeping this pastoral family and congregation in prayer as they begin their new chapter together. ____________________ By Chanda Nunes-Henry
Nevada-Utah Conference