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Click on the staff members name to see their bio: Senior Pastor - Ken Gilmore Pastor of Student Ministries - Dave O'Vell Children's Ministry Director - Mike Giannotti Music Ministry Director - Ed Young Next Steps Administrator - Dee Dee Rhoades Office Manager - Christine Zucker Office Manager - Barbara Paschka Senior Pastor, Ken Gilmore kgilmore@keystonecommunity.com  (clockwise) Diane, Ken, Eli, Caleb & Isaac Born where and when: Mt. Holly, New Jersey - March 14, 1971 How I met my spouse: Through mutual friends at Indiana Wesleyan University, although neither of us can remember the exact details regarding that encounter. I guess first impressions just were not that important because we didn't seem to have any! How I ended up working at Keystone: The short answer: GOD brought me to Keystone! The long answer: The founding Pastor of Keystone, Pastor Steve O'Dell, called me for an interview after I was recommended to him by the head of the I.W.U. religion department. I also received a recommendation from his father Art O'Dell, who happened to teach one of my college courses. I interviewed with the leadership team and sensed that this would be the first step in my career. I was offered the job the next day and accepted! Spiritual Gift(s): Teaching, Creative Communication & Wisdom How I became a Christian: I was raised attending Church and was exposed to the Gospel message through the teaching and preaching of God's Word and by the wonderful examples of whole hearted followers of Christ that surrounded me. I was nine years old when I learned what it meant to have a relationship with God. I asked God to forgive my sin and make me His child. It was not until I was 19 however, that I realized that God wanted to be more than my forgiver, He wanted to be an active part of my life. I've enjoyed His grace, forgiveness and friendship ever since. I spend my free time: Playing with my family, working on the computer and watching hockey, especially the greatest team in all of hockey, the Philadelphia Flyers. Books I've read recently: Focus - Al Reis, Good To Great - Jim Collins Best childhood memory: Playing in the field and woods behind my house and any event where my entire family would come home to New Jersey. Prized possessions: The joy my family and friends bring me - anything else can be replaced. (That sounds like a Hallmark card!) Nobody knows that: I've been engaged twice - only one of them took! I also come from a family where I am the youngest of five boys and have a sister six years younger than me. (Now, I guess averybody who sees this will know). Word I overuse: "Sorry," according to my wife. Most irrational act: Oh, that there were room enough to tell... Best gifts I've ever received: My wife Diane, Caleb, Isaac and Eli. Best gift I've ever given: A hersey kiss! Ask me about it sometime for the rest of the story! I would love to meet: My great grandfather Hackett or myself in 20 years. I would love to live: Anywhere but in the South - I can't stand the heat! If I could do life over I'd: Have no reason to answer this question. I'd appreciate prayer for: My family and that God would continue to use me as a tool in His hands. What I'd like to say to the people of Keystone: Thanks for putting up with me since 1994. I came here as a raw recruit and my experiences with you have shaped me and molded my entire approach to ministry. I am a better minister and more accomplished teacher because of the opportunities you have provided me to teach and to learn. I am continually reenergized by your commitment to Christ and too each other. It is easy to work for you and with you because I feel like a part of a family and not just a pastor at a church. I can't wait to see what kind of ministry God will do through us as we follow Him. Thanks! FAVORITES Worship Song: "You Are" - Northpoint Music Movies: Star Wars (any of the six will do) - Almost any movie with: Tom Hanks, John Candy, Steve Martin and Jim Carey TV Shows: Seinfeld and Hockey Restaurant: Chop House (Ann Arbor) Cartoon Characters: SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS. Place: Anywhere that I can be with family and friends....oh and it also must be air conditioned. Book of the Bible: Ephesians Verse: 2 Samuel 14:14 and Psalm 25:4-5  (clockwise) Amy, Pastor Dave, Alyssa & Hayley Born where and when:
How I met my spouse: At her Grandmother's house. I was invited to go to her Grandmother's house each Sunday to eat. One Sunday before Amy went back to IWU she stopped in to tell her relatives good bye. During breaks and the summers we became good friends, then dated and the rest is history. Education: I have a Bachelors of Science degree from
How I ended up working at Keystone: I felt God leading me to make a change from the church that I was currently the youth pastor at. I sent out resumes and kept checking the web for openings at other churches. Keystone put a message on the Wesleyan website that they were looking for a youth pastor. I checked out their website, and e-mailed them. We set up a phone interview, then an interview with the Leadership team. I was offered the job and after prayer and consideration I accepted the position. Spiritual Gifts: Teaching, Faith, Leadership How I became a Christian: I'm a pastor's kid so I was raised in the church. One day while at
I spend my free time: With my wife and daughters, watching football, being outside doing anything Books I'm currently reading: leadership books of all kinds First Job: Strawberry picker when I was 14. Can't remember how much I got paid, but it was buy the pound I picked. Best Childhood memory: Swimming, hiking, fishing, collecting fossils, building dams, playing army, all with my brothers, and all right outside our house in
Prized Possessions: Graduation Card from President Ronald Regan, Wedding Card from President George W. Bush. Nobody Knows that: I accidentally rolled my car back into a State Trooper's car after he pulled me over for having a headlight out. Word I overuse: “Hey Folks” Most annoying habit: Changing channels in the middle of a show. Most irrational act: When I was younger I threw a rock at a basketball when I got mad. It bounced off the ball and hit me in the head. If you think that's bad, I picked up the rock and ALMOST threw it back at the ball. Thankfully I'm a quick learner and I didn't throw it the second time. Best gifts I've ever received: My wife for sure. My parents and In-Laws and families. Best gift I've ever given: My two wonderful daughters. I would love to meet: The Apostle Paul. I would love to live: Somewhere south in a beach house so I could enjoy the ocean year round. If I could do life over I'd: Invest in Microsoft real early. I'd appreciate prayer for: Our growing student ministry. FAVORITES Movies: Remember the Titans, Princess Bride TV Shows: NFL, College Football, Monday Night Football, CSI, Numb3rs, Deal or No Deal Restaurant: Outback, TGI Fridays, Red Lobster Food: Steak and Sea Food Cartoon Characters: Calvin and Place Book of the Bible: The Gospels, Ok I know that's more than one, but I can't pick just one. Verse: I Corinthians 9:24  Full Name: Michael Giannotti Born where and when:
How I met my spouse: We shared a same first day experience at a church in
Education: B.S. in Education from
How I ended up working at Keystone: I was teaching full time, as well as working in the Children’s Ministry in another church, and felt led of the Lord to retire from teaching and pursue a full time Children’s ministry position. I was made aware of the position at Keystone through a posting on the internet. I submitted my resume with Keystone, as well as several other churches. I was contacted by a few churches, including Pastor Steve. After the interview process, seeing the church, and visiting with kids in the ministry, I knew where I wanted to be. My family agreed that if I got the call, we knew it would be of God. God is Good. Pastor Steve called, and we came. Spiritual Gift(s): Teaching, Leadership How I became a Christian: In the summer of 1985, I gave Jesus one chance to do something with my wretched life, and He has been working in my life ever since. I spend my free time: With family, reading, putzing around on the computer. Books I've read recently: Hard to Believe, Deception Point, No Second Chance First job: Paper route when I was in Jr. High. Best childhood memory: Riding my bike to the trolley stop where I would meet my dad getting home from work. Prized possessions: Nobody knows that: Word I overuse: Most annoying habit: See my wife for the updated list of annoying habits. Most irrational act: See my wife for the updated list of irrational acts. Best gifts I've ever received: Aside from eternal life with Jesus Christ, and without a doubt, my bride Jody, my son Kevin, in whom I am well pleased, and my beautiful daughters Micaella, Leah, and Samantha. Nothing material even compares. Okay, my wife did give me a laptop one Christmas…… Best gift I've ever given: A surprise getaway romantic weekend for my wife. I would love to meet: I would love to live: If I could do life over I'd: take the importance of my education more seriously when I was in High School, and start college a lot sooner! (I was 28 when I started at
I'd appreciate prayer for: the ongoing transition to
What I'd like to say to the people of Keystone: Thank you, from the bottom of my heart, for making my family feel like this has always been home. The hospitality, generosity, and love you have shown to our family has ministered to our hearts, and we will always treasure these things. FAVORITES Full Name: Dee Dee Rhoades Born where and when:
How I met my spouse: Kim and I met at
Education: Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy,
How I ended up working at Keystone: I have attended Keystone since 1995. I started volunteering in the Bingo Ministry. Pastor Ken invited me to become involved in the Discipleship Program, specifically working in the Networking Ministry. I continued to volunteer and they decided to hire me in May of 2004 as the Ministry Administrator. I also work part time for Rehab Without Walls as an Occupational Therapist working with adults with Traumatic Brain Damage. Spiritual Gift(s): Mercy, Administration, Faith and Intercession How I became a Christian: I was raised in a Catholic home. During my college years, I realized that there was something more than “religion”, something personal. I became involved in Campus Crusade for Christ and asked Jesus to be my Savior. However, it was a few years after that experience that I truly and completely surrendered my life to Him. I continue on this journey every day. I spend my free time: I enjoy reading, shopping, craft shows and being with friends………hope to travel more…………….. Books I've read recently: Death By Meetings - Pat Lencioni; and for fun, The Mitford Series and anything by Dee Henderson. First job: selling magazines over the telephone……my dad challenged me to make $500 to pay half the price of a six week study trip with my high school to
Best childhood memory: playing catch with my dad by the side of our home….family vacations….finding pictures in the clouds….. Prized possessions: video tapes of my “kids growing up” Nobody knows that: I have actually spoken to Michael W. Smith! Word I overuse: Ummmmmmm………… Most annoying habit: double checking! Most irrational act: selling magazines over the telephone! Best gifts I've ever received: Kim Best gift I've ever given: Steve, Scott and Stacie I would love to meet: Beth Moore I would love to live: where we have change of seasons, but not such a long, cold winter. If I could do life over I'd: I would have yielded to Jesus sooner… I'd appreciate prayer for: my children, my family and a servant heart. What I'd like to say to the people of Keystone: Thank you for allowing me to serve with all of you…………you are an awesome family. FAVORITES Morning Office Manager, Christine Zucker czucker@keystonecommunity.com Full Name: Christine L. Zucker Born where and when:
Education: Bachelor’s Degree from
How I ended up working at Keystone: I had felt for sometime that God was calling me to do work more directly for him. (I left a 14 year career with General Motors 5 years ago when we moved to
Spiritual Gift(s): Leadership How I became a Christian: Todd (my husband) and I were looking for a place to get married. The most picturesque church in
I spend my free time: Taking care of my family, my two girls, Madison and Gillian, and my husband, Todd. I also enjoy working out and being involved in Bible Studies.
Afternoon Office Manager, Barbara Paschka bpaschka@keystonecommunity.com Updated – February 1, 2005 Full Name: Barbara M. Paschka Born where and when:
How I met my spouse: Gary and I meet through some mutual friends at a party. We were casual friends for about a year and a half, then we suddenly fell in love and got married six months later. Work Experience: I have always worked as clerical support in a healthcare setting. My first job was at the
How I ended up working at Keystone: I have been attending Keystone with my husband Gary since 1993. I have been actively involved in the Women’s Ministry and other activities, and knew I would like to do more. When this job opened up, I saw that the Lord was giving me an opportunity to serve Him with my professional skills. I was especially happy to learn it was a part-time commitment in the afternoons, which was perfect for me. Spiritual Gift(s): Administration, Mercy, and Leadership How I became a Christian: I accepted Christ as my Savior as a direct result of my brother’s enthusiasm and influence. He was a new “born again” Christian, on fire for the Lord. We began attending his church in Dexter and soon I was going to the altar and asking Jesus to forgive my sins and come into my heart.I spend my free time: Volunteering at Therapeutic Riding, Inc. which is a horseback riding camp for handicapped children. I help with the lessons, providing emotional and sometimes physical support to the children while they are riding. I also volunteer at the Huron Valley Humane Society as a “dog walker” and “kitty cuddler”. At home, I enjoy quilting and scrapbooking. I especially enjoy gardening and truly feel that “when you are in the garden, you are the closest to God than any place on earth. ”FAVORITES
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