STAFF
REV. JEFFREY DODSON
- MINISTER
Rev. Jeffrey Dodson is Pastor at First Congregational Church of Ripon. He began his ministry in Ripon in 2019. He is a 2006 graduate of Ripon College with a BA in Theatre and minor in Religion. He has served congregations in Colorado, Vermont, Wyoming, and Illinois. After serving congregations in the west as a licensed minister, Jeffrey received his M.Div. from Chicago Theological Seminary. He has served as a chaplain at several hospitals and has been the executive director of a children's summer camp in Vermont. Jeffrey was ordained in 2017. Jeffrey and his spouse, Ashley, have three daughters and live in Ripon. Outside of the church, Jeffrey enjoys time with his family and directing theatre at Ripon High School.
Rev. Dodson is available for pastoral care, weddings and funerals.
ASHLEY DODSON
- DIRECTOR OF CHILDREN'S AND FAMILY MINISTRY
Ashley graduated from Viterbo University majoring in ministry with minors in servant leadership and psychology. Afterwards, she received her M. Div from Chicago Theological Seminary. Throughout college and seminary she served in several capacities in churches and non-profit organizations. She has served as executive director of a summer camp in Vermont and Iowa. During her free time she enjoys hiking, cooking, and spending time with friends and family.