Conference Announces New HR Generalist

Story by Francis Tuffour

The Ohio Conference is pleased to announce that Esther Gordon, who has faithfully served as the administrative assistant for the Treasury Department, has transitioned into the role of Human Resources generalist. With a strong background in administration and a deep commitment to supporting the mission of the conference, Gordon looks forward to continuing her service in a new capacity.

Born and raised in Nassau, Bahamas, Gordon grew up in a family deeply committed to service. As a pastor’s kid and the youngest of five children, she witnessed firsthand her parents’ lifelong dedication to church ministry.

Gordon joined the Ohio Conference in 2021, serving as the administrative assistant in the Treasury Department. In this role, she carried a wide range of responsibilities, including receipting, remittances and accounts payable. She also managed check processing, departmental correspondence and assisted with calls and inquiries, ensuring that the Treasury office operated efficiently and with care.

When reflecting on her work, Gordon shares that her greatest passion lies in connecting with people and offering help wherever it is needed. She sees these moments of service as opportunities to make a meaningful impact and to live out her calling in a practical way.

In her new role as Human Resources generalist, Gordon will oversee key responsibilities, including employee onboarding and offboarding, open enrollment and benefits administration, maintaining service records, and processing vacation requests. She will also manage employee communications and assist in developing and implementing HR policies to support the Ohio Conference team.

When reflecting on her most rewarding experience at the Ohio Conference, Gordon shares a touching memory: “There was an Ohio constituent who would often reach out to me for help. She would send little notes tucked inside her tithe envelope. One of those notes read, ‘Thank you, Esther. Looking forward to meeting you in heaven someday.’ That simple message brought me such joy! I taped the note to my calculator as a daily reminder of why I do what I do—and I still have it to this day.”

Gordon finds encouragement in Isaiah 41:10, which reminds her of God’s constant presence and strength: “Fear thou not; for I am with you: be not dismayed; for I am your God. I will strengthen you; yes, I will help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand” (KJV). When it comes to her work, however, the verse that guides her most is Deuteronomy 28:8: “Blessings on all that you set your hand to do!” (KJV). She includes this verse at the end of her emails to share encouragement with others.

As she steps into this new chapter, Gordon shares a simple yet meaningful message: “I count it a privilege to serve the members of the Ohio Conference.”

Today, Gordon continues her legacy alongside her husband, Pastor Delthony Gordon, and together they are blessed with two children. Outside of her professional role, she enjoys singing, reading, traveling and spending time playing games with her family.