I moved to Charleston in 2008 for my first job as a speech language pathologist. I was a ‘serial visitor’ at Second Presbyterian before finally joining as a member in 2009- I only recently realized I have been a member for a decade! I keep myself busy as a newlywed, new cat owner, and running my own pediatric speech therapy company. I also love to travel and most recently went to Barcelona with my sister.

I thoroughly enjoy the community of Second Presbyterian Church. I have been involved in Bible studies, served as a Deacon, volunteered at Hands of Christ and in the Tea Room. I am a member of the Missions and Pride Committees, and am currently serving on my third year on the Session. Each of these opportunities have allowed me to connect with members I didn’t know very well prior to serving and have allowed me to be involved in many different aspects of the church. I enjoy listening to others’ perspectives and ideas on various issues and have found this fact to be especially true on the Session. Being part of the Session has allowed me to grow both as a leader and in my faith.

Being part of a supportive faith-based community is very important to me. As a ‘millennial’ in a time when many people my age have fallen away from the church, I have realized that it is vital for me to participate in fellowship with others that share my faith. Second Presbyterian has provided me with this community for 10 years. I have formed friendships through Second Presbyterian Church that are life-long and I treasure these bonds. Members of Second Presbyterian have supported me through difficult times, celebrated with me in my joys, and walked side by side with me through every season that I have been a member. It is imperative that we all consider what we can give to Second Presbyterian so that we can continue to support and love each other, as well as to provide that same support and love to others outside of our walls.

-Sarah