Ruth Shaver
“Family of God” by Bill and Gloria Gaither

Ruth Shaver is a minister with the United Church of Christ. The song “Family of God” by the contemporary gospel singers Bill and Gloria Gaither, was the first song she sang with her father in church. She has sung it ever since, including her first time as the official pastor for the small church in Pennsylvania. She talks about her memories of the song as well as how it has shaped her personal ministry.