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Rev. Dr. Michelle Bogue-Trost
Co-Host of Asbury First UMC
Rev. Dr. Bogue-Trost, or Michelle, has more than 27 years of experience developed through appointments to congregations ranging in size from 11 to 1000. She is a gifted preacher, a strong administrator, passionate about connecting congregations with their community, and a collaborative leader committed to the full inclusion of God’s children. She has served as a pastor, leader, preaching coach, spiritual director, consultant, teacher, mentor, and gardener.
Michelle brings a wealth of secular and ministry experience in inspired preaching, administration, change and conflict management, outreach, team building and leadership. The spiritual health of each person and congregation is paramount to her, and she is deeply committed to inclusivity of all as well as to outreach ministries. She works with clergy and congregations in the UMC and beyond, as they craft new visions to reach their highest possible potential given their current circumstances. She also has extensive service in District, Conference, Jurisdictional and General Conference roles within the denomination.
Her authenticity, honesty, energy, and demonstrated skill in helping congregations craft and implement their dreams will continue to propel us forward. She also appreciates how communal fun can bring joy to a congregation.
Rev. Dr. Michelle Bogue-Trost has hosted six Episodes.
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Sermon — Rev. Dr. Michelle Bogue-Trost, Senior Minister — September 1, 2024
September 1st, 2024 | 12 mins 7 secs
Sermon — Rev. Dr. Michelle Bogue-Trost, Senior Minister — September 1, 2024; preached at Asbury First United Methodist Church in Rochester, New York.
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Sermon — Rev. Dr. Michelle Bogue-Trost, Senior Minister — August 25, 2024
August 25th, 2024 | 15 mins 41 secs
Sermon — Rev. Dr. Michelle Bogue-Trost, Senior Minister — August 25, 2024; preached at Asbury First United Methodist Church in Rochester, New York.
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Sermon — Rev. Dr. Michelle Bogue-Trost, Senior Minister — August 18, 2024
August 18th, 2024 | 16 mins 37 secs
Sermon — Rev. Dr. Michelle Bogue-Trost, Senior Minister — August 18, 2024; preached at Asbury First United Methodist Church in Rochester, New York.
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Sermon — Rev. Dr. Michelle Bogue-Trost, Senior Minister — August 11, 2024
August 11th, 2024 | 18 mins 38 secs
Sermon — Rev. Dr. Michelle Bogue-Trost, Senior Minister — August 11, 2024; preached at Asbury First United Methodist Church in Rochester, New York.
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Sermon — Rev. Dr. Michelle Bogue-Trost, Senior Minister — August 4, 2024
August 4th, 2024 | 15 mins 56 secs
Sermon — Rev. Dr. Michelle Bogue-Trost, Senior Minister — August 4, 2024; preached at Asbury First United Methodist Church in Rochester, New York.
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Sermon — Rev. Dr. Michelle Bogue-Trost, Senior Minister — July 28, 2024
July 28th, 2024 | 17 mins 45 secs
Sermon — Rev. Dr. Michelle Bogue-Trost, Senior Minister — July 28, 2024; preached at Asbury First United Methodist Church in Rochester, New York.