Rev. Chantel Nelson, Sr. Minister, is a proud graduate of Brite Divinity School. Although raised in the Methodist tradition, Rev. Nelson was ordained into the United Church of Christ tradition, at the Cathedral of Hope in August 2009.

Rev. Nelson's theology of ministry reflects a theology of presence. Her focuses include: family systems, children and trauma, womanist theology, grief, faith formation, eco-theology, and systematic theology, among others.

Prior to accepting a call into formal ministry, Rev. Nelson worked as a Child Life Specialist helping children, siblings, and parents to cope with medical procedures and/or related traumas. Rev. Nelson currently also offers support to those on hospice care as a Hospice Chaplain.

Rev. Nelson is an avid reader. She also enjoys biking, quilting, photography, music, art, gardening and spending time outdoors. She is the proud parent of Gabriel, Alijah Grace, Magdalene, Mordecai, Naomi, and Roman!