October 23, 2013 THE VILLADOM TIMES II • Page 15 Area Rotary aids CFA Tom Shea, president of the Sunset Rotary Club of Glen Rock, Paramus, and Ridgewood, presented a $1,000 check to Jim James, the site manager of Center for Food Action in Mahwah. In addition, Frank Ramsay, a founding member of the club, presented an additional $2,000 check to Patricia Espy, the executive director of The Center for Food Action. The club has helped support the Center for Food Action for the past 10 years by organizing food collections at local supermarkets, where shoppers have given generously and by presenting cash donations from funds raised at various events. Sunset Rotary Club members are an active force in the community, and work to assist deserving charities and individuals. Anyone interested in joining the club is invited to contact President Shea at (201) 447-4215 or Membership Chair Steve Wolferman at (201) 483-7193. Left: Tom Shea and Jim James. Right: Frank Ramsay and Patricia Espy. Calvary Lutheran welcomes new pastor (continued from page 8) with a smile. When asked about her favorite local dis- covery, McLellan beamed with excitement about the renowned Celery Farm Natural Area in Allendale. “It is an absolute gem, a sanctuary of nature,” she said. “It is a great example of respect for nature.” Her connection with nature has long been a part of her life. She explains how she received her calling at an early age and how it was solidified through many, many years of working at church camps throughout her youth. McLellan earned her degree at Bethany College in Lindsborg, Kansas and her hus- band went to Luther College in Decorah, Iowa. Both studied further at Luther Semi- nary. She received her master of divinity at Luther. She explained that it is somewhat rare to be selected for a church straight out of seminary, but Calvary was a perfect for her. She was officially ordained last month as a minister in the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America. Her own family and many members of her new family from Calvary were on hand to experience the celebration. “I’ve been known for breaking and dis- mantling expectations,” she explained. “I’m young, I’m a woman, and I have funky hair, but I am approachable, I have credentials, and I am a pastor. Christ is my passion and I share that with others.” McLellan is also passionate about shar- ing. Her sermons bring the messages of her faith through stories and she is committed to learning about others through their own stories of life. “Calvary is a place where we all come together to tell God’s story. We share our stories and know that everyone has a place here and all are welcome,” she said. “So please stop by anytime and share with us.” Calvary Lutheran Church is located at 165 West Crescent Avenue. For more information, call (201) 327-4786 or e-mail calvarylutheran@verizon.net.