Bausman Memorial
UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST
Staff & Leadership
Rev. Joseph Motz, Designated Pastor
Pastor Joe holds a deep passion for people, the church, and the communities he is called to serve. His experience spans over 20 years of summer camp ministry, state park chaplaincy, and congregational ministry. He earned his Bachelor of Arts in Psychology & Philosophy from Juniata College, during which time he also studied abroad at Aberdeen University in Scotland. He earned his Masters of Divinity from Lancaster Theological Seminary, completed his Clinical Pastoral Education Level 1 at the Reading Hospital, and has engaged in foundational training for Gestalt Pastoral Care. Currently he is enrolled in an International Coaching Federation certified coach training program to become a Professional Certified Coach in order to enhance his capacity for leadership development and congregational vitality.
Pastor Joe is dedicated to his family: Jessica, his wife of 17 years, and his three daughters Natalie (14), Olivia (12) and Caitlyn (7), and his extended family. In his free time, he enjoys biking, running, backpacking, spending time in nature, gardening in his backyard, and joining with friends and family.
Pastor Joe will begin his ministry with Bausman Memorial UCC on August 15, 2022.
Sharon Luyben, Minister of Music
Sharon joined the staff of Bausman Memorial UCC in September 1986, when she was appointed Minister of Music. She is the Music Department Chair and choral director for the Wyomissing Area School District, where she teaches 6 Choral Ensembles, Advanced Music I and II, Gr. 7 and serves as Director Emeritus for the School Musicals. Mrs. Luyben earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Music Education from Lebanon Valley College.
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