(Read the Cincinnati Enquirer article about Rev. Keith Haithcock, entitled "Church Pastor, Gay Man".)

Pastor Keith Haithcock, a native of Kentucky, has committed his life to serving the local church. He has a passion for helping congregations find honest, meaningful and real ways to live out the mission of God of welcoming all people regardless of their background, breaking down the barriers that many churches build. He is committed to helping people find their wholeness in the light of Christ.

On February 1, 1999, Keith Haithcock became the Designated Pastor of St. John UCC. He served in this capacity for two years. On February 1, 2001, he became the called Pastor and Teacher of St. John UCC. Under Pastor Keith's leadership, St. John UCC has grown and reached beyond many barriers. Many have found a place of welcome and hospitality. In a mix of established and new members and friends of St. John UCC Pastor Keith believes we are building a foundation to grow a radically inclusive Church that will share the light of Christ with all. The Cincinnati Enquirer featured Pastor Keith in a 2001 article entitled "Church Pastor, Gay Man".

Pastor Keith invites you to join this small yet vibrant congregation in turning the world upside down with the light of Christ that invites, welcomes and includes all of us. There is a new generation rising at St. John UCC, a generation without the judgement and rigidity of religion. A generation that believes all things are possible. This is a place for people - like you - to find their full potential.

Congregations Keith Haithcock has served:
Ross Avenue Church of God, Hamilton, OH (1981-1984) Associate Pastor
Church of the Foothills, Pasadena, CA (1984-1990) Associate Pastor
First Congregational Church, UCC, Pasadena, CA (1990-1996) Associate Minister
First Congregational Church, UCC, San Francisco, CA (1996-1997) Intern
Cross Creek Community Church, UCC, Centerville, OH (1998-1999) Pastor of Worship Arts
St. John United Church of Christ, Bellevue, KY (1999-present) Pastor & Teacher

Credentials of Keith Haithcock:
Ordained standing in the Southwest Ohio Northern Kentucky Association
of the United Church of Christ
Master of Divinity degree, Pacific School of Religion, Berkeley, CA
Bachelor of Arts degree, Anderson University, Anderson, IN