Michael Cuffee, born May 31, 2000, is the definition of what a true man of God is. Michael grew up in Virginia Beach until his family moved to Portsmouth, Virginia, where he attended both Brighton and Parkview Elementary School and Cradock Middle School. Then he moved to Chesapeake, VA for high school. Michael graduated from Oscar F. Smith High School. He continued his education at Regent University where he obtained a Bachelor’s Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies and Principalship. After graduation Michael began to work in education where he served as an Administrator in the Roman Catholic Diocese of Richmond. Shortly afterwards, he became the Director of two schools in the Elizabeth River District of the Virginia United Methodist Church. At the close of those schools, he decided to attend Averette University. Michael works as the Director of Education for the Christian Fellowship Center which now has three locations due to his great leadership. Michael doesn’t make decisions without going to prayer and allowing the Holy Spirit to guide him. Over the past year Michael served as the Pastor of Norview United Methodist Church. During that time Michael was able to baptize thirteen teenagers and two young adults, bringing the church from ten members in average worship to thirty in worship every Sunday. Michael’s transparency and ministry allow him to Connect to people of all ethnic background, social backgrounds and generations. During this conference year Michael completed a Master’s Degree in Curriculum Development and Administration. He also completed the VAUMC licensing school class of 2024. Michael is very excited to serve Crossroads United Methodist Church. He will allow the Holy Spirit to lead and have its way. He looks forward to this new year in Christ.