ries Co-PastorHometown: I was born and raised with 3 brothers in Michigan.
Family Info: I have 2 daughers, 15 and 9 years old.
When did you join the staff of Aldersgate? November 2023
What did you do before joining Aldersgate? I have been a teacher in both Hillsborough and Pinellas Counties for the past 21 years. I have also worked in several churches as a Youth Pastor, Christian Education Pastor and Praise Team Director. I currently teach English in Pinellas County Schools.
What do you do for fun? I enjoy watching and playing sports. I also like to run, swim and I play cornhole semi-competitively.
Who has influenced you the most in ministry/life? I accepted Jesus Christ as my Lord and Savior when I was 17 years old at a youth camp in Michigan.
ries Co-PastorHometown: I was born in Orlando and raised here in Pinellas County.
Family Info: I have a grown daughter and attend Aldersgate with my mom and sister.
When did you join the staff of Aldersgate? May 2025
What did you do before joining Aldersgate? She has a background in Early Childhood education and elementary education. She has been a member of Aldersgate for eight years.
What is your goal for the Family Ministries here at Aldersgate? My goal is to help them develop a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and to help them grow in their faith. This involves teaching them about the Bible, Christian values, and the love of God through age-appropriate activities.