Elder Nominee Profile: David Hill
- Mar 12, 2009
- Series: Leadership Development
Over the next month, this space will include several short pieces meant to introduce the congregation to the three men nominated to serve as elders at CTK. For those folks who do not know James Sutton, David Hill, or David Spickard, this will give them an opportunity find out more about them. Likewise, those who already know them might learn something new.
In addition, everyone is encouraged to strike up a conversation with each of the nominees on Sunday mornings. Members of CTK will be able to vote during the congregational meeting held March 29 following the service.
Elder Nominee: David Hill
1. Where were you born?
Greensboro, NC
2. Where did you grow up?
Greensboro, NC - same house, 18 years.
3. When and where did you meet your wife?
I was fortunate enough to have a similar last name as Meg in high school: Hill...Hines...we sat next to each other in home room. She couldn't get away!
4. Do you have children? Describe each of your children with one adjective each.
Ella: observant
Janie: fancy
5. When did you become a Christian? What were the circumstances?
I grew up in a Christian home, and my parents taught me about Christ's love. I became a Christian at a young age and have been fortunate to live life surrounded by the encouragement of other believers.
6. How long have been worshiping at CTK?
Five years.
7. What do you like most about CTK?
Worship and community groups rank high for me, but most importantly, I enjoy the people. I am looking forward to the day we field a softball team.
8. What do you do for work?
I am an architect and professor.
9. What do you like most about it?
I can't wait to get to work every day. I work with extremely creative and dedicated colleagues and students. There is a perpetual new-ness to my job and profession that I find very exciting.
10. What do you like to do with your free time?
Spend time with Meg and the girls, watch/play sports, read, draw.
11. What is the best book(s) that you read in the past year? (after the Bible)
Me++: The Cyborg Self and the Networked City and Jean Prouvé: Poetics of the Technical Object. With titles like these, I'm sure you can't wait to join my book club!
12. Why do you want to serve CTK as an elder?
I am grateful for the opportunity just to be considered, and even more hopeful that I will get to serve. I have seen the church persevere through difficult times, and I admire the way the members care for each other. I am hopeful that God will give me wisdom to lead and serve in a way that builds even stronger relationships in our church and opportunities for outreach.
13. What is God teaching you in your life right now?
How to speak to my kids about Christ, and how to live what I teach.