Joanne Gallardo
Joanne Gallardo is conference minister of Indiana-Michigan Mennonite Conference of Mennonite Church USA in Goshen, Indiana. Originally from northwest Ohio, Joanne is a graduate of Goshen College and Anabaptist Mennonite Biblical Seminary in Elkhart, Indiana. In addition to church work, Joanne has spent part of her career working in mental health. In her spare time, Joanne writes, sings in a women’s choir and enjoys spending time with friends.
When the righteous cry out, the Lord listens; he delivers them from all their troubles. The Lord is close to
In these trying times, I am encountering more people who are having difficulty with the institution of church. There are still ways to connect with your spirituality.