Sun Lakes United Methodist Church is pleased to announce the appointment of Reverend Jennifer Lambert as its new Senior Pastor, effective July 1, 2024. Reverend Lambert brings a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to faith and community service.
Reverend Lambert previously served at Red Mountain United Methodist Church in Mesa and Journey United Methodist Church in Maricopa. She also worked as a bilingual chaplain for Hospice of the Valley and served in various other churches throughout the metropolitan Phoenix area. Her academic credentials include a Bachelor of Arts in English Literatures and Spanish from Texas Christian University and a Master of Divinity from Claremont School of Theology. Most recently, she obtained certification in Peacebuilding and Conflict Transformation from Candler School of Theology and became a YogaFaith Instructor (R-YFT 200).
Her dedication to bioethics led her to volunteer as a community member for the Institutional Review Board at Dignity Health. A second-generation Arizonan and a lifelong United Methodist, Reverend Lambert is deeply rooted in her faith and community.
In addition to her professional and academic achievements, Reverend Lambert is an avid reader, crafter, and beach enthusiast. She is also a proud mother of two daughters, Emma and Kathryn, both of whom are currently in college.
“It is a joy to be appointed to Sun Lakes. I look forward to learning more about the community and connecting with ecumenical efforts for all persons who call Sun Lakes home. With Sun Lakes United Methodist Church’s mission to be a beacon of hope with unconditional love and acceptance, it is exciting to be part of a congregation that lives out Jesus’ commandments to love God and love one another,” says Reverend Lambert.
For more information, please contact:
Sun Lakes United Methodist Church
9248 E. Riggs Road
Website: sunlakesumc.org
Phone: 480-895-8766
The Mission of Sun Lakes United Methodist Church is a beacon of hope with unconditional love and acceptance while making disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world. The church is dedicated to fostering spiritual growth and community engagement.