Rev. Herzen Andone
Senior Pastor
In a world where Christianity has become one religious or spiritual “option” among many, the most effective way we express our faith is through the way we love – the way we love one another and the way we love the strangers among us.
“Indeed, God did not come into the world to condemn the world, but that the world might be saved through him.” John 3:17
“Indeed, God did not come into the world to condemn the world, but that the world might be saved through him.” John 3:17
Dr. Michael Cromwell
Associate Pastor and Minister of Worship
One of the greatest privileges of the Christian life is that we get to be God’s body on this earth and point others to Christ. That means we have the opportunity to be agents of grace, mercy, hope, and love to a world who is in need of a Savior. What a joy and honor it is to be on this journey together.
“He (Jesus) must become greater; I must become less.” John 3:30
“He (Jesus) must become greater; I must become less.” John 3:30
Travis Jones
Minister of Spiritual Growth and Development
I have the honor and privilege to serve as the Minister of Spiritual Growth and Development at Hillside. My direct areas of oversight include the discipleship ministry at Hillside. I am a systems driven individual that enjoys seeing people connect with the purpose that God has given them as well as seeing people walk in their true identity as followers of Christ.
'I will go before you and will level the mountains; I will break down gates of bronze and cut through bars of iron.' Isaiah 45:2
'I will go before you and will level the mountains; I will break down gates of bronze and cut through bars of iron.' Isaiah 45:2
Andy Triplitt
Minister of Operations
As the Director of Operations I serve as the primary steward for church resources, finances and facilities in conjunction with church leadership.
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:6-7
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:6-7
Mary Elizabeth Kisula
Minister of Modern Worship
I have the privilege of serving as the Minister of Modern Worship here at Hillside. I am dedicated to fostering an environment where we can gather together to connect with the Lord through song, deepening our faith, and build community.
"Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is your true and proper worship. Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will." Romans 12:1-2
"Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is your true and proper worship. Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will." Romans 12:1-2
Jenny Hurt
Children's Minister
As the Children’s Minister, I am working to make Sundays the best day of the week for our families at Hillside by creating a fun and dynamic LifeGroup and Large Group experience for their children. It is my goal to incite wonder in the hearts of our children for the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
“The Lord is my rock and my fortress and my deliverer, my God, my rock, in whom I take refuge, my shield, and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold.” Psalms 18:2
“The Lord is my rock and my fortress and my deliverer, my God, my rock, in whom I take refuge, my shield, and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold.” Psalms 18:2
Steve Brooks
Youth Minister
As Youth Minister I help students KNOW the Gospel of Jesus Christ, disciple students to GROW in their Christian faith, and encourage students to SHOW the love of Christ by their actions.
'Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me, though he die, yet shall he live, and everyone who lives and believes in me shall never die. Do you believe this?” John 11:25-26
'Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me, though he die, yet shall he live, and everyone who lives and believes in me shall never die. Do you believe this?” John 11:25-26
Lauren Clark
Director of Communications
As the Director of Communications, I get the opportunity to coordinate but also help support and develop the various ministries of Hillside on all promotional and communications activities. I love to design cutting edge art and promotional materials, while developing communication strategies that will help us as a church reach more people for Christ in our community.
"Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go." Joshua 1:9
"Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go." Joshua 1:9
Sarah Schuenemeyer
Director of Missions & Outreach
As the Director of Missions & Outreach, I am working to direct and oversee the Missions and Outreach ministries to encourage Hillside to be the body of Christ by loving and serving our neighbors and to make disciples through local, national, and international opportunities. It is my hope for everyone to experience the transformative power of service, using any and all gifts and talents to be the body of Christ wherever your mission field may be.
'Trust in the Lord with all of your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.' -Proverbs 3:5-6
'Trust in the Lord with all of your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.' -Proverbs 3:5-6
Tina Kirkland
Director of Congregational Care
As the Congregational Care Director I have the privilege of leading trained lay persons who provide one on one Christian care to hurting people both in our church and community. Congregational Care Ministers have gifts and graces in compassion, encouragement and support. Congregational Care Ministers are available to visit or contact persons in hospitals, nursing homes, or private homes alongside the pastoral staff providing companionship, prayer, anointing and holy communion. We also have trained Stephen Ministers for one on one confidential care with long term support and care.
Surely God is my salvation; I will trust and not be afraid. The Lord, the Lord himself, is my strength and my defense. Isaiah 12:2 NIV
Surely God is my salvation; I will trust and not be afraid. The Lord, the Lord himself, is my strength and my defense. Isaiah 12:2 NIV
Kerri Muffett
Director of Guest Services & Membership
As Director of Guest Services & Membership, I take care of the guest services experience as well as the volunteer base at Hillside. I also oversee and maintain the membership process for the church.
Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. Love never fails. 1 Corinthians 13:4–8
Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. Love never fails. 1 Corinthians 13:4–8
David Watanabe
Director of Production & Information Technology
As the Director of Production and IT, I oversee the technical side of our Sunday services and events as well as provide computer support to our teachers and staff. I am working to improve our live and online presence as we continue to evolve as a church and spread the word of God in new and exciting ways.
"Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves. Let each of you look not only to his own interests, but also to the interests of others. Have this mind among yourselves, which is yours in Christ Jesus, who, though he was in the form of God, did not count equality with God a thing to be grasped, but emptied himself, by taking the form of a servant,[c] being born in the likeness of men." Philippians 2:3-7
"Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves. Let each of you look not only to his own interests, but also to the interests of others. Have this mind among yourselves, which is yours in Christ Jesus, who, though he was in the form of God, did not count equality with God a thing to be grasped, but emptied himself, by taking the form of a servant,[c] being born in the likeness of men." Philippians 2:3-7
Jimmy Smith
Facility Manager
The purpose of our facilities team is to present a well-maintained and inviting space that enhances worship experience and creates a welcoming environment for all
As the Facilities Manager, I oversee the maintenance and repair of the complex.
“You are the light of the world. A city on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven." Matthew 5:14-16
As the Facilities Manager, I oversee the maintenance and repair of the complex.
“You are the light of the world. A city on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven." Matthew 5:14-16
Anne Beyer
Assistant Youth Minister
As Assistant Youth Minister, I am blessed to assist our Youth Minister in program development, as well as help disciple the junior and senior high youth in their walk with the LORD.
I want them to be encouraged and knit together by strong ties of love. I want them to have complete confidence that they understand God’s mysterious plan, which is Christ himself. In him lie hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge. Colossians 2:2-3
I want them to be encouraged and knit together by strong ties of love. I want them to have complete confidence that they understand God’s mysterious plan, which is Christ himself. In him lie hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge. Colossians 2:2-3
Adriana Alvarez
Kids Program Curriculum Specialist
As the kid's curriculum specialist, I strive to implement the most effective methods to help children in our programs reach their full potential, always aligning with God's purposes for each of them.
"I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you with my loving eye on you" Psalm 32:8
"I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you with my loving eye on you" Psalm 32:8
Erica Cawood
Kids Connection Director
As the Kids Connection Director, I get to oversee our Weekday Children Programs and Children's ministry special events. I am able to combine my love for children and passion for Christ while creating a safe, nurturing, and fun Christian environment for children and their families.
"I have no greater joy than to hear that my children are walking in the truth." 3 John 1:4
"I have no greater joy than to hear that my children are walking in the truth." 3 John 1:4
Jody Collins
Kids Curriculum Director
As the Kids Ministry Curriculum Director, it is my great honor to oversee the development of Hillside's first custom Sunday School curriculum for large and small groups, creating spiraled, age-appropriate curriculum from Nursery toddlers through Fifth Grade students. I love working with volunteer writers from our church community to bring Bible stories to life for the children, diving deeper as they age into the meanings and lessons within each story and challenging them with real-world application practice.
"For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord." - Romans 8:38-39
"For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord." - Romans 8:38-39
Victoria Organt
Kids Small Group Director
As the Nursery and Preschool Director, I get to share my love for Jesus with all our kids 5 and younger each Sunday morning.
"Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, with prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God." Philippians 4:6
"Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, with prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God." Philippians 4:6
Daniel Terry
Kids Large Group Director
As the Hillside Kids Elementary Director, I get to share my love for Jesus with all our kids 1st - 5th grade each Sunday morning.
"Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance." James 1: 2-3
"Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance." James 1: 2-3
Jenna Turnipseed
Nursery Director
As the Nursery Director, I have the privilege of sharing the love of Jesus with our youngest children, 3 and under. I love giving parents the peace of mind to worship and grow in their faith, knowing their children are safe, loved, and well cared for.
"Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God's grace in its various forms." 1 Peter 4:10
"Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God's grace in its various forms." 1 Peter 4:10
Josh Roberson
Traditional Worship Coordinator
I have the privilege of working alongside our accompanists, choir, ensembles, vocalists, handbell ministry, and volunteers to create worship services that invite people to encounter God. My prayer is that everything we offer points people to Jesus and encourages joyful, sincere worship.
"Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom through psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit, singing to God with gratitude in your hearts." Colossians 3:16
Belinda Russell
Administrative Assistant
As Administrative Assistant, I support the other ministries in whatever they need, oversee the church calendar, take care of the office and supervise our wonderful office volunteers.
'Those who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint.' Isaiah 40-31
'Those who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint.' Isaiah 40-31
Angela Tepe
Financial Administrator
As the Financial Administrator it is my job to accurately account for all incoming and outgoing funds that help Hillside operate effectively and efficiently.
'May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.' Romans 15:13
'May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.' Romans 15:13
Michael Duff
Pianist/Accompanist
Supports the Traditional Worship Ministry by providing piano accompaniment for worship services, choir rehearsals, concerts, and other special music presentations. Collaborates with worship staff and musicians to prepare music for services and events.
"The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. He restoreth my soul..." Psalm 23:1-6
Tom Alderman
Organist
Supports the Traditional Worship Ministry by providing organ accompaniment for worship services, choir rehearsals, concerts, and other special music presentations. Collaborates with worship staff, choir members, and other musicians to prepare and enhance music for services and special events.
"“The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom then shall I fear? The Lord is the strength of my life; of whom then shall I be afraid?”" Psalm 27