“Smart, deeply reflective, ever-learning, passionate and capable, Ms. Bringelson well represents the habits of head, heart and hands we want to see in a 21st century ministry.”
“Carin embodies the love of ministry, setting good boundaries with staff and congregants, being a calm voice amidst upheaval, and helping us to learn how to be grounded and rooted in self while undergoing great change. She knows she is not alone on this journey and she is an amazingly capable, intelligent, and self-aware companion to have along the way.”
“I have had the opportunity to work with many interns over my nearly 30 years of ministry, and Carin truly stands out as one of the best!”
“Carin has a strong pulpit presence. Her reflections have a clear organization and strong message. She does a nice job of weaving all parts of a service together, referring to the readings, children’s story and even some of the hymns in her reflections. Carin projects a relaxed, professional presence and appears at ease in the pulpit.”
“Carin is a team player, and truly appreciates the diversity of skills and personalities in those with whom she works. She holds awareness of the needs of others on a team, and is able to shift her frame in order to be present to differences, and hear their voices. She is highly respected in our congregation for her commitment to equity and compassion.”
“I see Carin as being so marvelously and thoroughly well-suited for ministry. She is very compassionate and approaches people and situations with a questioning mind. She is bright, knowledgeable about our faith, committed to community within and beyond our walls.”
“If you have not met Carin in person, you should know that she has an open and compassionate way about her that eases the people around her. Carin has a strong belief in life-long learning and social justice, which has guided her life choices and brought her to you, today.”
“Carin’s commitment to anti-racist work has been a benefit to our congregation. Through her worship services, adult religious education offering of Racial Justice as a Spiritual Practice, and the everyday conversations she has in her warm, welcoming way, Carin invites you to continue the journey towards greater justice alongside her, always making you feel like you belong.”
“Carin’s leadership can be a double-edged sword. As someone so capable and so giving, it can be a challenge to maintain balance and not take on too much. Having journeyed with Carin, I know that she is aware of these tendencies and practices self-care on many levels.”
“The Committee experienced you as warm, grounded, and open with a peaceful presence.”
