Lead Pastor
Lou Seipel (she/her) was appointed as the Lead Pastor in November of 2021. Originally from North Carolina, she holds a B.A. from Greensboro College and a M.Div. from The Methodist Theological School of Ohio. She has a heart for spreading the gospel, community building, mission and hospitality. She believes that no one should ever wonder if they are welcome in the house of God. All are welcome.
Associate Pastor
Dominic J. Short Mejia (he/him) was appointed Associate Pastor in July 2021. Originally from Bryan, OH, he holds a B.A. from Ohio Wesleyan University and an M.Div. from the Boston University School of Theology. Dom’s areas of interest include mercy and justice ministries, practical theology, and the intersections of pop culture and faith. He believes the Church should welcome all.
Director of Discipleship
Ashley Gerard (she/her), Director of Discipleship from Birth to Young Adult, has been on staff since June of 2013. She has a degree in Human Development and Family Science from The Ohio State University, and a Master of Practical Theology degree from The Methodist Theological School in Ohio. She has a heart for camp ministry and seeing the next generation in leadership. She believes the Church should welcome all.
Northland Area Pastor
Dr. Callon Holloway was appointed the Northland Area Pastor in January 2021, a part-time position shared with the Capitol Area North District. Cal is a Bishop Emeritus in the Lutheran Church and has an interesting background in ministry in a variety of settings. He has experience in community development and a heart for sharing the love of Jesus Christ. He believes the Church should welcome all.
For general questions, please use this contact form to email the front office.
For prayer requests, please use this contact form to email Pastor Lou Seipel. Please indicate in your message if you’d like us to share your request with the Prayer Group and Prayer Chain.
Office hours are subject to change.
Please call ahead to make sure someone will be available.
Monday: 9:00 am to 4:00 pmTuesday: 9:00 am to 4:00 pmWednesday: 9:00 am to 4:00 pmThursday: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Questions?
Contact the church office:
614-885-5365
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