Pres House Student Ministry is a dynamic group of people at the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus who are building a space to explore what Jesus Christ has to do with life. Our name suggests where we’re coming from and where we’re going. Founded in the traditions of the Presbyterian Church (USA), we aim to build not simply a “church” but a home – a place that is shaped by the people who dwell here, a space for people to come and explore. There is no single entry way to our home – you can come in through a variety of doors. The atmosphere we hope to create could be characterized in the following ways:
- We want people to feel “at home” when they enter, no matter who they are or where they are coming from
- We are in a continual state of remodeling
- We leave spaces for uncertainty
- We share a meal together (our weekly worship gathering)
- Our home has a sturdy foundation
- We want our “spiritual building” to witness to Jesus Christ
Leadership with Pres House Student Ministry is open to all students. There are a variety of ways to get involved with leadership, including:
Pres House Council – Be a part of shaping Pres House – who we are and what we do! For more information about this leadership team contact Moderator Haley Christensen.
Download the 2012-13 Pres House Council application
Leadership Team
Haley Christensen (Moderator)
Connor Hanson (Vice-Moderator)
Laura Reich (Secretary)
Worship team
Allison Winter —co-chair
Peter Carroll—co-chair
Connor Hanson
Service team
Karen Best —chair
Laura Reich
Sunyoung Yoon
Richard Yang
Outreach to Campus team
Hannah Weinberg-Kinsey
Connor Hanson
Chris Facklam
Alyssa Hopkins
Outreach to Churches team
Alicia Powers–chair
Travis Serebin
Jonathan Reid
Haley Christensen
Fellowship team
Lauren Grossman—co-chair
Will Ault—co-chair
Alyssa Hopkins
Front row left to right: Allison Winter, Sunyoung Yoon, Alicia Powers, Karen Best, Chaplain Intern Timyra Cowling, Alyssa Hopkins, Lauren Grossmann, Connor Hanson. Back row: Hannah Weinberg-Kinsey, Will Ault, Richard Yang, Jonathan Reid, Peter Carroll, Travis Serebin, Chris Facklam, Haley Christensen. Not pictured: Laura Reich.
Leading in Pres House worship – Help shape worship by leading through music, reading Scriptures, and sharing devotionals throughout the year. Join Music Director, Michael Hillestad, in helping lead the Pres House Worship Community in musical worship. Singers and instrumentalists wanted!
Leading and coordinating small groups – Lead small groups, with opportunities to create groups that relate to your interests and passions. Groups may include Bible studies, prayer groups, and other interest groups.
Leading and coordinating fellowship activities – Help plan fellowship events each year. Previous fellowship events have included multiple holiday parties, gatherings at Concerts on the Square, and trips to Milwaukee.
Leading and coordinating service events – Set up service opportunities for Pres House, connecting with area organizations. Past local service events have included work with Grace Episcopal Men’s Shelter, Habitat for Humanity, and St. Vincent de Paul’s food pantry.
Student board participation – Multiple students participate as Student Board Members as elected by the PSCF Board of Directors. This position requires attendance at all board meetings and functions.
2012-2012 Pres House Member Board Members:
- Will Ault
- Karen Best
- Peter Carroll
- Haley Christensen
- Alicia Powers
- Travis Serebin
In all these ways, you can help build the spiritual “home” that the group strives to provide to the greater UW-Madison student body.