It is the intention of Bishop Lanette Plambeck to appoint Pastor Paul Baudhuin to PPUMC (3/4 time) and acting on behalf of the congregation, the Staff Pastor Parish Relations Committee (SPRC) has affirmed the Bishop’s intention. Each church member’s supportive prayers and acts of kindness during the transition period will be greatly appreciated by all of the involved persons.
Pastor Paul’s first Sunday with PPUMC will be September 1st.
With this appointment, the Bishop and United Methodist Conference Cabinet have made a well-informed and thoughtful match between PPUMC and Pastor Paul. He is bringing deep experience and unique gifts that can help propel our church forward. SPRC is excited for everyone to meet and get to know Pastor Paul.
Pastor Paul was born in South Minneapolis, and now lives in St. Louis Park. He and his wife have three adult children. He has a BA in Theatre Arts from the University of Minnesota and a Master of Divinity from The Iliff School of Theology in Denver, CO. In the Fall of 2023, he was elected as a city council person in St. Louis Park. He is also a substitute teacher at St. Louis Park High School when time allows, and volunteers as a sports broadcaster on ParkTV. In his free time, he is an avid cyclist, watches Jeopardy daily with his wife, and enjoys cooking. He loves hiking, stand-up comedy, theatre, and sports.
He seeks to create atmospheres that foster spiritual connection, healing, and growth within a Creator-centered, Jesus-shaped, and Spirit-led context. His passion for ministry centers around people, their innate belovedness, and working for the common good.