Member In Discernment Spotlight: Quinn Gorges

As we approach Annual Meeting, we look forward to an opportunity to recognize all of our Members in Discernment in person.

We'd especially like to introduce our newest class of MIDs ahead of time in this short "Meet the MIDs" series, and we hope you'll make a point of saying hello and welcome when you see them in Wichita this October!

Quinn Gorges began meeting with COM-D in February, but he had already completed most of the steps of the ministry preparation process, allowing us to move forward much more quickly than usual. We are anticipating an ordination interview to take place in October. Quinn is a member at Church of the Open Arms UCC in Oklahoma City.

Quinn was born in Wichita, Kansas and was raised in the Lutheran (ELCA) tradition. His dedication to service began during his attendance at the Pacific Lutheran Theological Seminary in Berkeley, CA with his internship at a local penitentiary. Quinn served as a missionary to Cameroon, Central Africa and Mexico City, Mexico before returning to the Midwest. He found himself directed to the path of a teacher, and he spent several years instructing Biology, Chemistry, and English Language Arts.

After a life-saving journey of self-discovery and gender transition, Quinn found himself drawn back to a more intimate relationship with the Gospel, and he found a new spiritual home with the UCC. The UCC’s progressive views and dedication to social justice made returning to the path of ministry a joy as Quinn embarks on his next chapter of service. He currently lives in Oklahoma City, OK with his wife Pearl.

We’re glad you’re with us, Quinn!