After graduating from Indiana Wesleyan University with ministry degrees in 2017, Tori and Steven served together at 12Stone Church in Atlanta, Georgia. During nearly five years there, they were trained and equipped in a wide range of ministry areas, including pastoral care, organizational leadership, and discipleship. Both Tori & Steven were ordained in the Wesleyan church in 2020.

In 2021, God called Tori and Steven to Newark Wesleyan Church, where they stepped into co-leadership in October of that year. They share a deep love for the Newark community and are passionate about helping people know and understand the love of God.

Tori and Steven have three children—Laurel, Levi, and Junia—and two dogs, Murphy and Mose.

A Little More About Steven

You’ll often find Steven connecting with volunteers and welcoming guests in the lobby on Sunday mornings. He shares in the preaching and overall leadership of the church. Steven loves being a dad and enjoys playing games, watching movies, and spending time outdoors.

A Little More About Tori

You'll likely see Tori leading worship every week, as well as sharing the preaching and leadership responsibilities of the church. She loves reading, crocheting (and anything crafty), napping, and proudly showing off pictures of her kids.