STAFF - Jim Pendleton
Position: Junior High Minister Email: jpendleton@twumc.org
Where were you born?
Bloomingdale, Indiana
When were you born?
March 2, 1983
What about your family?
I'm married to my childhood best friend, Amanda. We chased each other on the playground at recess since 2nd grade! We have two awesome kids, Lanie and Gabe, who always keep us on our toes. Most of our extended family lives in Illinois, including both our parents and siblings.
What are some artists/bands you currently like?
Coldplay, John Mayer, The Fray, John Mellencamp, Jack Johnson, Jason Mraz
What television show can't you miss?
Now that LOST is over I'm looking for new shows.... I've always liked Seinfeld, King of Queens, Everybody Loves Raymond, and Heroes. I secretly dvr my favorite cartoons of X-Men and Spiderman (just don't tell my wife).
If you could only eat one thing from now until Jesus comes back, what would that be?
Coconut shrimp! Seafood is my favorite kind of food.
What are your favorite movies?
Transformers, A River Runs Through It, Gladiator, The Incredibles, The Dark Knight, LOTR trilogy, Aliens triology
What are you scared of?
Snakes! I freak out.... even if they're fake.
Do you have any pet peeves?
I have a lot of pet peeves when it comes to driving.... when people don't use turning signals, drive under the speed limit, and when people don't wear seat belts.
If you could spend a day with anyone in history?
Michael Yaconeli
3 places you've been :
Some favorites are skiing in Breckenridge, Colorado. Fishing the Davidson River, North Carolina. Rafting near Rogers, Ohio.
What books have influenced you the most?
C.S. Lewis, Mere Christianity . Frank Peretti, This Present Darkness . Brennan Manning, The Ragamuffin Gospel .
What is the one scripture passage that is closest to your heart?
Ephesians 3:14-21. This passage was huge in my faith formation as a teenager, and still is!
Who has had the most influence on your life?
My parents hands down. Their love and support has always been a huge part of my life.
What is one thing nobody knows about you?
I use to have a fear of purses.... I can't explain it, its weird. But Amanda has broken me of it since we've been married. I go into relapse from time to time...
What is one thing you hope to do in the near future?
Learn how to ride a motorcycle!
