Amber Karkosky-Litten
Camby,IN
Summary
Visionary spiritual leader with over 25 years of experience in church revitalization, congregational development, and pastoral ministry within the United Methodist and Nazarene traditions. Proven expertise in fostering spiritual renewal, organizational health, and community impact through emotionally intelligent leadership, collaborative strategies, and data-driven approaches. Skilled at building relationships across diverse teams, guiding congregations through transformative change, and aligning mission-focused initiatives with denominational goals. Passionate about empowering leaders and equipping churches to thrive in their unique contexts, while advancing the Kin-dom of God.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pastor
United Methodist Church and Church of the Nazarene
, IN
02.2000 - Current
- Preached Visionary Sermons: Delivered sermons that inspired congregations to embrace their mission fields, emphasizing themes like emotional intelligence, grace, and love.
- Built Strong Relationships: Cultivated trust and mutual respect with congregants, denominational leaders, and community partners, creating a foundation for collaborative ministry.
- Navigated Conflict with Compassion: Addressed resistance and misalignment through empathetic conversations, modeling shame-resilient techniques and promoting unity.
- Promoted Inter-generational Engagement: Encouraged participation from all age groups, ensuring diverse voices were heard and valued in decision-making processes.
- Empowered Leaders & Teams: Mentored clergy and lay leaders to develop emotionally intelligent and courageous leadership styles. Built cohesive teams capable of driving sustainable growth and addressing systemic challenges.
- Measured Impact Through Data: Collected and analyzed qualitative data (e.g., narratives, written responses) to evaluate the effectiveness of revitalization strategies. Adjusted approaches based on insights gained, ensuring continuous improvement.
- Fostered a culture of gratitude and creativity, reducing congregational anxiety and increasing participation in worship and outreach activities.
Education
Doctor of Ministry - Practical Theology
Christian Theological Seminary
Indianapolis, IN05.2021
Master of Divinity -
Christian Theological Seminary
Indianapolis, IN05-2009
Bachelor of Science - Management And Communication
Concordia University
Wisconsin 05-2004
Skills
- Emotional Intelligence (EQ) Frameworks
- Strategic planning
- Team development
- Qualitative Research & Data Analysis
- Workshop Facilitation & Group Dynamics
- Public Speaking & Preaching
- Budget Oversight & Financial Stewardship
- Conflict Resolution & Mediation
- Community outreach
Certification
- The Daring Way Facilitator Certification, Brené Brown’s Organization
- Coaching Certification, Coach Training for Leaders
- Non-Profit Management Certification (in process)
References
Rev. Larry Whitehead
Indiana Conference United Methodist Church
larry.whitehead@inumc.org
574-315-5858
Rev. Dr. Scott Seay
Christian Theological Seminary
sseay@cts.edu
317-701-0207
Linda Marker
Laity
574-514-0543
linda.marker@icloud.com
Additional References
Upon Request
Affiliations
- Ordained Elder, United Methodist Church
- Chair, Board of Ordained Ministry of Indiana Conference of the United Methodist Church
- Indiana Annual Conference Sessions Team
- CARE Team for Indiana Conference
Timeline
Pastor
United Methodist Church and Church of the Nazarene
02.2000 - Current
Doctor of Ministry - Practical Theology
Christian Theological Seminary
Master of Divinity -
Christian Theological Seminary
Bachelor of Science - Management And Communication
Concordia University
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