Contact
Karen M. Podsiadly, Past President of ABCUSA, is the contact for the General Secretary search. With process questions, you may email Karen at abcusaexecsearch@gmail.com. Return to the General Secretary Search page.
General Secretary Search Committee Members
The members of the Search Committee as of March 2023 are: Rev. Dr. James Wolfe (President/Chair) Karen Podsiadly (Past President) Dr. Louis Barbarin, representing American Baptist Home Mission Societies, International Ministries, and MMBB Financial Services Rev. Dr. Emmett Dunn, Board of General Ministries (District of Columbia) Katharine Hsiao, representing the ABCUSA Intercaucus Kurt Kaufman, Board […]
Search Process
What is the process for selecting a General Secretary? The ABCUSA Board of General Ministries is given the responsibility to form a search committee to conduct the search for a General Secretary. The search committee consists of representatives from the denomination, including: Rev. Dr. James Wolfe (President/Chair) Karen Podsiadly (Past President) Dr. Louis Barbarin, representing […]
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The Generosity Project is a collaborative effort between ABCUSA, regions, and local congregations. The Generosity Project aims to help pastors re-frame the conversation around stewardship and generosity in their congregations. Bi-monthly blogs help support new growth and understanding as we deepen our ministry and discipleship. The reflection below was provided by Rev. Stacy Emerson. Take a […]