Rose was among the first women ordained to the pastorate within Vineyard USA, and went on to become the first female Area Leader and one of the first two women to serve as a Regional Leader. She led the Northwest Region—comprising 46 churches—for ten years. From 2006 onward, Rose partnered with Dianne Leman, a pioneer for women in the Vineyard movement, to shape the Vineyard’s early strategies for its “Women in Leadership” initiatives.
Dr. Rose Madrid Swetman is a pastor, coach, spiritual director, speaker, leadership trainer, workshop facilitator, retreat guide and consultant. She has 30+ years of experience leading churches, groups and individuals through spiritual formation and organizational health. Her focus is on holistic healing of individuals, relationships and systems.