Stephen Rideout

Westtown Member Since: 2010

Voting Member

Stephen Rideout

Westtown Member Since: 2010

Voting Member

Why would you like to serve on the PSC?

I am passionate about growing Westtown and want to be apart of finding the right pastor to do this. My day job is recruiting for IT professionals so I feel that I have some experience with screening out candidates and asking the tough questions.

What spiritual gifts would you be bringing to the PSC?

Knowledge of recruiting and love of Jesus and Westtown.

How have you served (or are serving) at Westtown?

Choir, Security Team, Connections, Men’s group

How are you serving Christ’s Kingdom outside of Westtown?

Spreading the Good News of Christ and what it means to be a Christian, friends, neighbors.

Are you willing to commit your time and attention to the PSC, even if it takes a year or two?

Yes

Have you ever served on a PSC before?

No

Are you willing to travel on weekends to visit churches of the finalists?

Yes

Do you believe that the Bible is infallible as it is the inspired Word of God?

Yes

Do you admit that you are a sinner, totally dependent on the atoning work of Jesus Christ for you salvation?

Yes

Are you willing to perform the duties of the PSC to represent the interests of Westtown Church and its members according to the Presbyterian Church in America’s Book of Church Order (PCA-BCO)?

Yes

Summarize your prayer life:

Daily prayers, usually in the AM but sometimes later during the day.

Summarize your spiritual journey in Christ:

My journey started at Westtown in 2010 w pastor Frank, I was in need and going thru very difficult times financially and emotionally. After many sleepless weeks/months and praying every night on my knees Christ entered my life and got me thru these dark times.

Is there anything else that you wish to share with the congregation about your desire to serve on the PSC?

Nothing at the moment.