Called to Serve: Welcoming Our New ABCNJ Colleagues

November 12, 2026

Shared Gifts. Renewed Connections. Together in God's Work.

With gratitude and joy, we welcome three new colleagues to the American Baptist churches of New Jersey regional ministry team:


Serving in focused, part-time ministry appointments, each brings unique gifts, experiences, and a heart for ministry that will strengthen our congregations, nurture relationships, and advance our shared mission. These intentional roles reflect ABCNJ's commitment to providing meaningful leadership and support in key areas of regional ministry.


Rev. Ronica Harris

Ministry Initiatives and Special Projects Coordinator

Rev. Harris will strengthen ABCNJ's ministry through spiritual formation resources, communications, and special initiatives. Her creativity and leadership will support regional gatherings and help share the story of God's work across our congregations.


Rev. Dr. James Jackson

Associate Regional Pastor for Transitional and Black Ministries

Rev. Dr. Jackson will provide pastoral leadership and support to congregations navigating transitions, including guiding and encouraging interim pastors. He will also strengthen relationships with ABCNJ's Black pastors and congregations, fostering fellowship, leadership development, and deeper engagement in our shared regional mission.


Rev. Brent Miller 

Communities in Action Ministry Coordinator

Rev. Miller will equip and encourage congregations to discover creative ways to engage their communities and share Christ's love. Through ministry partnerships, leadership development, and grant coordination, he will help inspire collaboration and renewed energy for mission across the region.


We give thanks for the gifts and calling each of these leaders brings to ABCNJ. Their ministries reflect our shared commitment to nurturing healthy congregations, strengthening pastoral leadership, fostering meaningful relationships, and engaging our communities with Christ's love.


We invite our ABCNJ family to welcome them warmly, connect with our new colleagues, and keep them in prayer as we continue this journey of shared ministry. We look forward to all that God will accomplish as we serve together.

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