CPD Coaches

Each of these coaches are trained through the Center for Parish Development and are available to help support your congregation. Reach out to them directly or contact the Center at communication@missionalchurch.org.

Rev. Sue Dettermen

Sue is a pastor in the United Church of Christ, currently serving a congregation in Villa Park, Illinois. She is excited about coaching pastors and congregations who seek God’s guidance as they discern what it means to be the church in an ever-changing world. Sue holds a MDiv from Vanderbilt Divinity School, and a Master of Arts in Christian Education from Scarritt Graduate School.

Rev. Dr. Tom Robinson

Throughout four decades of pastoral and denominational ministry, Tom has developed skills and experience in guiding congregations and regional church bodies to discern and embrace God’s unique calling for their setting and times. Tom is currently serving as Interim Pastor of Christ Presbyterian Church in Madison, Wisconsin.