355 Methodism and Ministry in Oak Ridge
Philosophy & Religion | Registration opens 8/5/25 9:00 AM EDT
First United Methodist Church of Oak Ridge co-lead pastors Ken and Clair Sauer will share about the beginnings of Methodism, the history of Methodism in the United States and Oak Ridge. They will share the Christian symbolism in the sanctuary of First United Methodist Church.
Clair Sauer
Ken and Clair Sauer are ordained elders in the United Methodist Church. Prior to their appointment as co-lead pastors of First UMC of Oak Ridge in July 2024, they served churches in the Chattanooga area for 18 years. Clair is an Oak Ridge native, while Ken hails from upstate New York. They are the parents of a daughter and a son.