The Executive Staff

These are the paid staff, who together with the Elder and Lead Teams, are the primary decision makers for this body of believers.  Click on their picture to send them an email.

  • rob paterson

    lead PASTOR

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  • JEREMY GESSNER

    CONNECTIONS PASTOR

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  • bud stanton

    executive PASTOR

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  • shelley sulser

    executive assistant

    to the pastors

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The Lead Team

This is a primary leadership team for New Hope.  Under the Elders, and together with the Executive Staff, their responsibility is to lead and multiply into our staff, overseeing all of our ministry areas.  This team loves Jesus, loves people, and sacrifices to serve the cause of Christ at New Hope.  If you have any questions regarding specific ministry areas, these are the people to contact.  Click on their picture to send them an email.

  • Kerry macqueen

    first impressions

    Kerry is the team leader over the HUB, Greeters, Safety & Security, Cafe, the Bookstore, and Office Management.  If you have questions or concerns regarding any of these areas, click on Kerry's picture to send her an email.

  • jeremy gessner

    worship production

    Jeremy is the team leader over our Media, Worship, Production, and Creative Team.  If you have questions or concerns regarding any of these areas, click on Jeremy's picture to send him an email.

  • melissa williamson

    family ministries

    Melissa is the team leader over all of the children's ministry areas, as well as the Marriage and Small Groups ministries.  If you have questions or concerns regarding any of these areas, click on Melissa's picture to send her an email.

  • jeanna morris

    support MINISTRIES

    Jeanna is the team leader over Finances, Meals, Cleaning, and Facilities.  If you have questions or concerns regarding any of these areas, click on Jeanna's picture to send her an email.

  • Angie dawson

    outreach MINISTRIES

    Angie is the team leader over Community Events, Missions, and future Church Planting.  If you have questions or concerns regarding any of these areas, click on Angie's picture to send her an email.

  • bethany paterson

    lead team coach

    Bethany is a member of the Lead Team, available to support and resource the other 5 members.  If you'd like to contact her, click on Bethany's picture to send her an email.

The Elder Team

These individuals bleed New Hope and have a passion to see people's lives transformed through an authentic encounter with Jesus Christ, just like theirs have been.  If you would like to contact any of them click on their picture to send them an email.  

  • bud stanton

    Bud oversees the finances at New Hope and is one of those rare people who is good with numbers and filled with faith.  Bud and his wife Sandie have huge hearts for everyone!

  • rod edmondson

    Rod has a passion for teenagers and is the easiest person to like and get along with.  He and his wife Trish are very active in our community and are Game Changers!

  • tony colace

    Tony's faith is inspiring and his heart challenges us all.  He and his wife Mari are constantly pouring into people and have a passion for God's work all around the world!

  • Jim Culler

    Jim epitomizes faith in action and is always taking new steps to serve and follow Jesus.  He and his wife Suzy are a great team who have a heart for people in our church and community! 

  • Roy templeman

    Roy is a techie problem solver with a heart for kids.  The ways he invests endlessly in these areas is incredible.  He and his wife April are outstanding parents and a great team for Jesus!

  • rob deiss

    Rob is a self described ‘nerd’ who loves helping people get out of debt and experience freedom.  He and his wife Kendra are opposites who work together in transformational ways!

Staff

Our staff is comprised of AMAZING VOLUNTEERS!  If you would like to contact any of them concerning their ministry area, simply click on the picture.

  • Kym stake

    office management

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  • Kendra deiss

    the hub

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  • chris harris

    Greeters

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  • Les morris

    safety & security

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  • Marianne dawson

    cafe

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  • jeremy gessner

    worship & media

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  • Mark ellis

    sound booth

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  • Sandie Stanton

    creative team

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  • clay braden

    production booth

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  • Mandi heflin

    production booth

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  • laura markel

    Kids ministry

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  • TAYLOR HARRIS

    EVO (YOUTH)

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  • lexi dawson

    green room

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  • bud stanton

    small groups

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  • Leslie braden

    cleaning team

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  • chuck gaines

    maintenance

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  • lana akison

    meals ministry

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  • jeanette gessner

    finance team

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  • bud stanton

    finance team

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  • rob deiss

    financial peace university

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  • leslie braden

    bookstore

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  • bethany paterson

    community team

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  • roy templeman

    Technology

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  • chris & Nicole mcclelland

    marriage

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