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Linda Klippenstein

Linda Klippenstein

Lead Instructor & Program Founder

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Care Pastor & Women's Ministry at Grow LIfe Church

  • Education

    • Elijah House Prayer Ministries

      2000 - 2000
      Prayer Counselor Healing

      Elijah House was founded with the mandate to restore the hearts of the fathers to their children, and the hearts of the children to their fathers (Malachi 4:5-6). This is being accomplished by equipping the saints with biblical tools founded upon universal laws in the Word of God, to enable discernment of root issues and allow true healing.

    • Aerobics & Fitness Association of America

      1993 - 1997
      AFAA Aerobics Certification Aerobics & Step Aerobics

      AFAA MISSION:As the world's largest fitness educator, AFAA delivers comprehensive cognitive and practical education for fitness professionals, grounded in industry research, using both traditional and innovative modalities. AFAA upholds Basic Exercise Standards and Guidelines for safe fitness practice.The goals of AFAA will be to:serve the AFAA fitness professional by developing programs and certifications beneficial to and of interest for the fitness industry;enhance… Show more AFAA MISSION:As the world's largest fitness educator, AFAA delivers comprehensive cognitive and practical education for fitness professionals, grounded in industry research, using both traditional and innovative modalities. AFAA upholds Basic Exercise Standards and Guidelines for safe fitness practice.The goals of AFAA will be to:serve the AFAA fitness professional by developing programs and certifications beneficial to and of interest for the fitness industry;enhance professional development of fitness professionals by facilitating opportunities for learning and individual growth;establish standards and guidelines for the delivery of quality and professional fitness services and business practices, as well as the development of ethics statements for AFAA fitness professionals;network with other industry organizations to advance the knowledge of fitness education and professional practices by initiating and disseminating research findings. Show less

    • Robert E Peary High School

      1974 - 1978
      High School Diploma w/ Honors

      Activities and Societies: Honor Society, Chorus, Acapella

    • Northeastern Seminary

      2005 - 2009
      Master of Divinity (M.Div.), Theology and Religious

      Northeastern Seminary When the unchanging essentials of biblical and historic Christianity are combined with a responsive attitude toward contemporary culture, something extraordinary happens. Christ-centered men and women of different ages, ethnicities, and denominations gain the theological understanding, spiritual formation, and proven skills necessary for effective ministry to the church and the world.

    • University of Maryland

      1980 - 1983
      Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.) Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition Services

      The mission of the Dietetics Program at the University of Maryland is to provide students with a strong academic foundation, which emphasizes natural sciences, nutrition, foods, and foodservice administration. The curriculum is designed to prepare students with the knowledge needed by an entry-level dietitian after a supervised practice component (dietetic internship) has been completed. The mission of the Dietetics program is consistent with the mission of the Department of Nutrition and Food… Show more The mission of the Dietetics Program at the University of Maryland is to provide students with a strong academic foundation, which emphasizes natural sciences, nutrition, foods, and foodservice administration. The curriculum is designed to prepare students with the knowledge needed by an entry-level dietitian after a supervised practice component (dietetic internship) has been completed. The mission of the Dietetics program is consistent with the mission of the Department of Nutrition and Food Science and the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, and the overall goals of the University of Maryland. Show less

  • Experience

    • Christian Music Aerobics

      Sept 1993 - May 2004
      Lead Instructor & Program Founder

      In various church venues over the years, Linda has provided free, dynamic, Christ centered, aerobic classes to the community, designed to exercise women in both body and spirit. Her welcoming aerobics program included prayer, devotionals, step & lo impact aerobics, including floor work, all done under dynamic Christian pop music.

    • Just Joy Ministry

      Aug 2004 - Dec 2008
      Care Ministry

      Just Joy! Ministries exists to help women navigate through the journey of life with joy through the Word of God, the power of prayer, the intimacy of worship and the delight of friends. As one of the founding leaders, under Carol McLeod, Linda lives life as if love were an action verb, tending to those in need of tangible or emotional support & healing through the power of the Lord Jesus Christ. She provided discipleship, prayer, encouragement, meals, children's program, creativity, leadership, as well as substitute teaching of the Word. Show less

    • Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center

      Jan 2005 - Dec 2008
      Pastoral Care

      Linda served as a volunteer chaplain at RPCI. The Pastoral Care Department is an interfaith department supporting the concept of holistic medicine. This concept recognizes the integration of spiritual, emotional, social, psychological and physical care as necessary for the health of the whole person. Working collaboratively with other health care professionals, chaplains provide spiritual care to all persons in the Institute regardless of religious affiliation.

    • LIfe Church

      Oct 2006 - Dec 2008
      Care Ministry

      As Care Minster, Elder, and assisting founder of Life Church, Linda served the Life Church community pastoring the women, developing programs and providing care with spiritual/practical support in any area or to any persons in need.

    • Grow LIfe Church

      Apr 2010 - now
      Care Pastor & Women's Ministry

      GLC is a Christ centered group of believers growing together in life. Pastor Linda is an elder on staff, where she delivers pastoral care for the needs of people and leads the women into life-giving joy with Jesus through the PEARLS Ministry!Linda works in concert w/ the GLC leadership to fulfill the mission of GLC, which is to: #1. REACH the people of this community (Salvation) Our mission as a church is to live our life in such a way as to bring lost people to Jesus. #2. RAISE them up in discipleship (Restoration & Equipping) When God takes residence inside of you a process begins. The Holy Spirit IN us is everything we need to be healed and equipped for every good work.#3. RELEASE them to their ministry (Evangelism & Worship) Once we are saved and entrenched in the process of being changed and equiped, we become instantly useful to God on this planet. Through Uncommon kindness; Obscene generosity; and Miracles. God’s life through you will be evidence to the world. Worship at it’s core is the Spirit of God in you, glorifying the Father. Everything we do that is initiated by God in us is Worship. Show less

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Ordination

      Life Church, Buffalo, NY Pastor Craig McLeod, Pastor Jon Hasselbeck
      Dec 2008

    • Aerobics Instructor

      Aerobics & Fitness Association of America
      Jan 1992

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Linda Klippenstein
      E Earl Jeter Award Metropolitan Ministries, Tampa, Florida Mar 2012 In memory of outstanding spirit and endless hours of service, Metropolitan Ministries instituted the E. Earl Jeter, Jr. Volunteer of the Year Award given annually to an individual whose volunteer work reminds us of the lesson of Earl’s service. This is our highest award to honor one amongst our thousands of volunteers.
    • Awarded to Linda Klippenstein
      Humanitarian Award Metropolitan Ministries, Tampa, Florida Mar 2011 Metropolitan Ministries faithfully reaches out to poor, hungry and homeless men, women and children in their time of need — providing life-changing answers.Within our care, people find food, clothing, shelter, and other vital services. But more importantly they find compassion and hope – hope for a brighter day and future.The need in our community continues to grow, as it has since the Ministries began in 1972, and the Ministries’ commitment continues to grow as well.We are… Show more Metropolitan Ministries faithfully reaches out to poor, hungry and homeless men, women and children in their time of need — providing life-changing answers.Within our care, people find food, clothing, shelter, and other vital services. But more importantly they find compassion and hope – hope for a brighter day and future.The need in our community continues to grow, as it has since the Ministries began in 1972, and the Ministries’ commitment continues to grow as well.We are committed to reaching out and providing answers that:help prevent homelessnessease hungeroffer life-changing answers leading to self-sufficiencysupport to transition back into our communityThe Humanitarian Award & the Jeter Award promote exemplary volunteer service within our missions purpose. Show less

  • Volunteer Experience

    • GED tutor, Elementary Students mentor, Chaplain

      Issued by Metropolitan Ministries on Jan 2009
      Metropolitan MinistriesAssociated with Linda Klippenstein

    • Human Trafficking Speaker

      Issued by St. Petersburg College on Apr 2009
      St. Petersburg CollegeAssociated with Linda Klippenstein