Debbie Whaley

LEAD PASTOR

WHAT BROUGHT YOU TO MWPC?

With well over a decade of experience as a pastor in California, I was looking for a new adventure and Mt. Washington Presbyterian Church was the perfect fit.  I wanted to serve a church that was LGBTQIA welcoming, had a strong sense of local mission, and where the members wanted to grow and deepen their faith.

WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE THING ABOUT YOUR JOB?

My favorite part of my job is loving the people here! We are a dedicated group of disciples trying to live out Christ’s command to be loving, caring, and helpful to those around us.  I believe we are called to love the Lord our God with all our heart, mind, soul, and strength and our neighbors with the same commitment.

WHAT ELSE SHOULD WE KNOW ABOUT YOU?

My heart belongs to the Holy Land and I am deeply involved with Palestinian friends – Christians and Muslims here and in Israel/Palestine. I love leading pilgrimages to the birthplace of our faith.

Cincinnati is a delightfully diverse community with a rich history of standing on the just side of history.  I’m proud to be part of Presbyterianism that formed the Underground Railroad here.