Welcome to Wellspring

I am Wendy Musgrave, and I was called to serve as Wellspring’s Minister in August of 2019. What has struck me as beautiful and unique about this community of faith is the diversity of people who participate. I enjoy the broad perspective offered in conversation as well as the provocative questions that arise which serve to broaden our understanding of the Christian faith. Worship at Wellspring is engaging. As those gathered offer their wisdom and their wonderings upon the day’s meditation, the community as a whole is enriched, and we continue to hope in the midst of despair and to work on behalf of justice in the midst of the chaos.

I grew up in the friendly, rural town of Newell, Iowa, and now live in Johnston with my husband Jon and our two daughters, Greta and Edie. I earned my M.Div. from Iliff School of Theology in Denver, Colorado. Before being called to serve as minster of Wellspring Community Church, I served as pastor for Centennial United Methodist Church in Altoona and creative director with Johnston River of Life. I also serve as a commissioner on the Iowa Department of Human Rights Commission on the Status of Women, advocating for women and girls in Iowa.

In my first career, I was a publication designer, designing magazines and books, creating projects, styling and art directing photo shoots. I have a passion for visual communication that speaks to the heart. Whether through the lens of my camera, the written word, or a combination of the two, I embrace life by immersing myself in the creative process.

I invite you to come and join us as we both celebrate and wrestle with the meaning of our faith. If you have further questions or would like a conversation prior to attending please feel free to contact me at 515.360.7139 or email me at wendymusgrave@mac.com.

Blessings on the journey,

-Wendy