Our Pastor: Vicky Kelley

Pastor Vicky is passionate about inspiring people to grow one step closer to God, even for those who aren't really sure God is a part of our everyday lives.  Her sense of humor comes thru in her messages, while inspiring us to grow spiritually.

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Our Connections Coordinator: Shane Russo

Shane is a husband, father, seminary student, and our newest staff member. He is focused on learning and teaching our Connect. Grow. Reach process. ​He also will help us as a church connect with our mission and each other. Welcome!

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Our Administrative Assistant: Karen Fisher

Karen works hard each week to support the ministries of our church.
​She goes well above and beyond to make sure our teams and leaders are successful.


She is in the office M-F 9:00 am - 2:00 pm, and can be reached by calling 330-545-4361, or emailing girardumc1@sbcglobal.net.

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Our Organist/Pianist: Bonnie Hood 

Bonnie takes great care to help lead our congregation in worship on Sunday mornings.
She also accompanies the choir for their anthems and stirring Christmas and Easter cantatas.
​She understands the heartbeat of the church after many years of serving in worship. ​

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Our Choir Director: Joe Yaksich

Joe has been teaching music for 23 years and currently works at Mineral Ridge High School
where he directs all junior high and high school bands and choirs.  
He has played in several area ensembles including the Youngstown Symphony,
the W.D. Packard Band, and the Carmen Mico Orchestra.  
​Joe is also a cornetist and soloist in the Brass Band of the Western Reserve, in Akron, Ohio.  

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Our Custodian: Jack Irgang

​Jack works tirelessly to ensure the facility supports the ministry of our church.  
His heart for serving shines through all he does.
​He sees how the physical structure supports the spiritual witness of our congregation.

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