Background
II, James Vandaveer Heidinger, was born on July 3, 1941 in St. Louis. Son of James Summers and Thelma (Kurr) H.
II, James Vandaveer Heidinger, was born on July 3, 1941 in St. Louis. Son of James Summers and Thelma (Kurr) H.
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Asbury College, Wilmore, Kentucky, 1963. Bachelor's Degree, Asbury Theol Seminary, Wilmore, 1966. Master of Theology, Asbury Theol Seminary, Wilmore, 1967.
Doctor of Ministry, Wesley Theological Seminary, Washington, 1973.
Associate pastor, Dueber United Methodist Church, Canton, Ohio., 1967-1971; pastor, Scott Memorial United Methodist Church, Cadiz, Ohio., 1973-1981; editor, executive secretary, Good News, Wilmore, since 1981. Chairman of the Board Good News, 1980-1981.
Trustee Asbury College, since 1979. Member Asbury College Alumni Association (president 1976, A award 1988).
Married Joanne Oldroyd, March 21, 1970. Children: James Vandaveer III, Mark Charles, Ryan Michael.