Robert Rynders
Co-pastor at City Square Church
Networker, speaker, husband, father.
I lead others in spiritual formation, building community, and developing critical thinking skills. I love to network and to use technology to bring others together around new, innovative, and creative ideas that aim to make the world a better place. I love blogging, traveling, Major League Baseball, and running.
Education: Claremont School of Theology (Mdiv), Long Beach State University (BA Psychology)
Contact: robrynders@gmail.com
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- RT @TheBlueYarn: Conventional Thinking CAN KILL http://t.co/OcarqAnVSD
- RT @CitySquarePHX: Check out all the latest news at events happening at City Square! http://t.co/iNUvISD5UX #dtphx #phx #umc
- "Saying Yes, Saying No." My latest post on @TheBlueYarn. http://t.co/CqDyUiTXml
- RT @TheBlueYarn: Do you get ahead by saying "yes" or by saying "no?" The latest post from @robrynders. http://t.co/kyeItXxX2F #leadership #…
- @jmoriarty "Baby J: Bounty Hunter." Has a nice ring to it. Just need to find a screenwriter.
- @jmoriarty It’s like a Baby J assassin!
- @revkris @RevDaniel Stepped out for a beer and clearly missed something…
- @revkris Outrageous! I demand schism!
- @revkris Excellent. I’ve always wanted to do that.
- @revkris I vote to put you in charge of The UMC. Problems. Solved.
- @revkris I do what I can :)
- RT @CitySquarePHX: Join us tonight at 6 p.m. at @angeltrumpetale for our May Theology Pub! Our topic is "Call Me… Maybe?" See you there! ht…
- RT @bookmansmesa: We love hearing from the presenters perspective of @ignitephoenix http://t.co/0XwtY9xB8R Thanks for sharing @robrynders, …
- RT @cohootsphx: Plaidvengers keeping CO+HOOTS cool since ever #awesomeness #getsome #boom @robrynders 0lu @berunfree… http://t.co/PbtVlX5aLS
- RT @BriTy: @CitySquarePHX are officially the first breakfast customers at the new @PhxPublicMarket Cafe #earlyadopters [pic]: http://t.co/2…
- @LukeLapinski Sticks! That seemed like an easy choice.
- @melrynders Only because he's married to a pretty cool gal :)
- Today I launched @TheBlueYarn with @davewasson and @jbyas. We'll be blogging about leadership, organizations, and innovation. Check it!
- My Talk at Ignite Phoenix #14 http://t.co/t8IciwiK39
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- Summary
I am currently a United Methodist pastor serving as Co-pastor at City Square Church, a new United Methodist faith community in downtown Phoenix, AZ.
I lead others in building community, developing critical thinking skills, and spiritual formation. I love to network and to use technology to bring others together around new, innovative, and creative ideas and projects that make the world a better place. I love blogging, traveling, Major League Baseball, and running.
Specialties: Ministry, Non-profit management, writing, public speaking, fundraising, mentoring, leadership development, social networking, blogging.Experience- Jul 2012 - PresentCo-pastor / City Square a United Methodist Church
- Jul 2007 - Aug 2012Executive Director / The Wesley Foundation
Inspire college students to have adventurous spirits, questioning minds, and compassionate hearts. Engage students in weekly worship through music, liturgy, sacraments, and preaching. Organize bible study, small group, service, fellowship, and discipleship formation opportunities. Mentor and disciple student leaders through weekly meetings, retreats, visioning and strategic planning. Lead board of directors in overseeing fundraising and budget management, alumni development, and execution of the mission and vision of the organization.
- Jun 2006 - Jun 2007Director of Youth and Family Ministries / Grace United Methodist Church
- Jan 2004 - May 2006Director of Youth Ministries / Claremont United Methodist Church
Education-
2003 - 2006Claremont School of TheologyMDiv in Theology, History, Pastoral Care, Biblical Studies, Non-Profit Management, Preaching
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2000 - 2002California State University-Long BeachBA in Psychology/ Minor in Religious Studies
Activities: Wesley Foundation, Crew Team -
1997 - 2000Las Positas CollegeAA in Liberal Arts and Sciences
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Honors:Ordained United Methodist Elder in Full Connection (June 2010) Commissioned Minister in the Desert Southwest Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church (July '07- June '10) Eagle Scout (1997)
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Interests:New technology, innovative ideas, blogging, social media, Apple products, Major League Baseball, running
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