Amanda Anderson

After an embarrassing encounter where I first mistook Amanda for her sister upon entering class, it was a pleasure to have her with us this evening.

Amanda grew up in the AG and eventually had a career at VFCC that was full of experiences and opportunities. Upon graduating with a Pastoral Ministries degree, Amanda meant to become an RD but God had other plans. She ended up becoming an Administrative Assistant at the District Office for four years. After her time there, she transitioned to Christian Life Assembly of God.

Amanda says her biggest adjustment after graduation was realizing that she was entirely responsible for herself without accountability. She also found it challenging to be in an administrative position after spending four years in college studying something she didn’t feel matched up.

When she interviewed for her position at Christian Life Assembly, she recognized that the position being described wasn’t for her. When she explained what she was passionate about, it turned out they had exactly that position. She was eventually hired to the position and was able to shape it and make it what it is today.

Her official title at CLA is Connections Pastor. This means that she is in charge of the experience of new attendees, follow up on attendees who have been out of the church for a while and getting people connected to ministries in the church.

Amanda also shared with us about the process new people encounter when they first come to CLA. Guests are ushered to the Welcome Center where they are given a welcome bag, which includes vital information about the church’s layout as well as a coupon good for a free beverage and snack at the Café.

It seems like Amanda’s ministry as the Connections Pastor at CLA has been very effective. I admire her drive and passion for organization at the church. However, I have to admit that her visit with us this evening brought some thoughts to mind which I’ve written out in my next blog post.