Leadership

I have been honored to serve as the Lead Pastor since 2016, and as the Worship Pastor before that..  
My wife and I grew up in the Franklin area and are proudly raising 4 girls.

I have been on staff at Atlantic Avenue since August of 2015, and I serve as the Associate Pastor where I minister to the adults and families of the church. My family and I have been a part of Atlantic Avenue Church since 1994.

I accepted Christ as my savior at the age of 15 and I received my calling to ministry in 2009. I am a Franklin native, and a 1999 graduate of Franklin High School. I am a 2003 graduate of Thiel College, and a 2014 graduate from Indiana Wesleyan University, the Wesley Seminary. I married my “high school” and “youth group” sweetheart, Shanna and we have two beautiful young ladies who we just adore, Isabella (19) and Lillian (16). In my spare time, I bike and lift weights with my family! In the other half of my spare time, I serve as the Head Coach of the Franklin Junior High Football Team, and I am also the Assistant Boys Head Coach of the Franklin High School Track and Field Team. God has truly blessed me and my family!

I have served as the Youth Pastor since 2024.

I have been on staff since 2003. My role of Care director began in 2012. God has blessed my life in serving the congregation here. Passions in my ministry are GriefShare, Hope Widows group and  CareGiver support groups. My heart is to serve those who are hurting and share God's love, joy and peace with them.

I look forward to serving in whatever area God leads, as I follow after Him.

After the passing of my husband, Fran of 38 years, God has sent me another wonderful man to walk this journey called life. Josh, Jeremy and Jake are my great supportive sons, along with their families. I now have 6 grandchildren. They are truly one of God's greatest blessings in our lives.

I have served as the Children's Ministry Director for a long time.

I have served as the Finance Manager for a long time.

I have served as the Finance Assistant since 2024.

I have served as the Ministry Assistant since 2024. I manage the day to day office tasks and assist in all areas of ministry.

I attended the Shenango Area School of Business and earned an Associate's Degree in Business Administration. I married the love of my life, Mike, and we have been together 42 years. We live in the Two Mile Run area and have 1 child and 3 grandchildren. Atlantic Avenue United Brethren has been our church home since 2005 and I look forward to serving however the Lord continues to lead me.

I have served in custodial and maintenance since 2025.