I spent my growing up years in the greater Seattle area and graduated from the University of Washington. My family and I lived over decade on the East Coast, while I pursued my Masters of Divinity from Princeton Theological Seminary and served churches in New Jersey and New York. God has now led me to accept a pastoral call here in the Tri-Cities, bringing me and my family back to the Pacific Northwest.

The biggest influences on my spiritual journey and pastoral call come from a variety of experiences. Early on, I worked in the corporate world. Willing and faithful mentors helped me grow my sense of administration and capacity to motivate people to work together for the bigger goal. My husband and I also spent a year in Sydney, Australia. We joined L’Arche, a faith-based organization that calls people to share life with adults with developmental disabilities. We lived in intentional Christian community. And it was in that experience foremost that God began to shape me for a particular calling to walk with believers as they journey in faith and commit to life together.

These experiences and insights came together for me in my decision to attend seminary, where I was able to deepen my knowledge, test out my calling, and begin the path toward ordination. Since then, I have had the privilege of serving the local church and ministering alongside countless people who have inspired me, guided me, challenged me, and deepened my faith and call.

My husband James enjoys running and anything “outdoors.” My son Max and daughter Lu keep us active and playful. For rest and relaxation, we love hanging out with family, at any local area playground, cooking up something yummy, or traveling.

Although I have lived in the Tri-Cities since 2003, I still consider myself a Montana native. I grew up in Montana and graduated from Montana State University in Bozeman, Montana. Work in the secular world took me to different cities in Montana as well as stops in Wyoming, Utah, and Idaho.

Life circumstances brought me to MSPC in the fall of 2004. I met my wife Willie here at MSPC and we were married in March of 2008. Together we have embarked on a wonderful spiritual journey together.

My quest for continual knowledge of how God works in my life, led me to pursue a Masters in Theological Studies from the University of Northwester-St. Paul. Opportunity then presented itself with the ability to complete the Masters in Biblical Studies program from Colorado Christian University. This continued education has given me the ability to teach Christian education classes here at MSPC, and on April 3, 2022, I became a Commissioned Lay Pastor for the Presbyterian Church, answering the call to serve here at MSPC and the Northwest Presbytery.

Wille and I spend spirited time with our two Boxers dogs—Serengeti and Fjord. When Willie is not off playing tennis somewhere, or cooking up a storm in the kitchen, we love to travel and explore the wonderful world that God created.

I strive to be a dedicated leader, educator, musician, and administrator with a career rooted in advancing equity and belonging. I am fortunate that from an early age, God identified a path for me in music— and I have enjoyed engaging in his ministry with communities of faith in Hawai’i, Oregon, Florida, and now here—as the director of music at Meadow Springs Presbyterian Church. In addition to my role at MSPC, I serve as the Senior Director of Identity and Belonging at Whitman College, where I oversee initiatives and programs that center minoritized communities, including the Multicultural Center, Religious and Spiritual Life, along with the Third Space Center, which champions the cultural wealth and needs of students of color.

Prior to my time in Washington, I have served as an Associate Professor at Arizona State University and Assistant Professor at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa, where I designed culturally responsive curricula and led initiatives in music education and conducted the choral programs. I also am the artistic director of Nā Wai, a Hawai’i-based 501C3 dedicated to the preservation, propagation, and innovation of Hawaiian music and culture.

I hold a Doctor of Musical Arts from the University of Miami, an M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction from Concordia University, and a Masters of Music from the University of Oregon. My passion for music, ministry, and the fostering beloved communities led me to serve as a fellow for Obama Foundation’s Asia Pacific Leader Fellowship and the Edward Bouchet Society.

In my time for self-care I am spending time outside exploring our beautiful corner of Washington with my dog ‘Oli, playing pickleball, or spending my afternoons in the kitchen trying new recipes.

My name is Robin Rosengren. I grew up in Seattle and accepted Jesus in my life in 1966 while at Young Life Camp. He has been a major support thru many trials and tribulations. I have been blessed with three daughters, one son, three granddaughters, four grandsons and two great granddaughters and have two cats, (brother & sister).

Graduated from Green River Community College with my AA in Accounting. Have lived in Unalaska & Anchorage, Alaska and Peoria, Arizona for five years each and moved back to Tri-Cities, WA.

In my spare time I am a member of Kennewick Lions Club, crochet Afghans for Trios Cancer patients, like to read, sew and be involved with the community.

My name is Isidro Vargas. I was born in Guanajato, Mexico and immigrated to the Tri-Cities when I was five years old and have lived here ever since. The Lord saved me in the spring of 2014, and by His grace I have served Him ever since. Immediately after my salvation I felt a great need to serve my church in any way that I could. I began by learning the PA system, then by learning how to control the cameras, and continued in a numerous of other activities. I am currently the worship director at my church and continue to serve in many other ways.

Outside of church and work you will likely find me with spending time with my family. Me and my wife enjoy traveling and visiting scenic places as well as worshiping the Lord together through music.