Our Leadership

Senior Pastor

Dave enjoys sports (go Eagles!), music, fishing, and spending time with his family. He holds a B.S. in Bible and an M.S. in Organizational Leadership, both from Cairn University (formerly Philadelphia Biblical University). His passion is for individuals and families in the church to continue to grow up in Christ, exhibiting genuine love, knowledge, and discernment (Phil. 1:9). Dave is married to Makenzie, and they have three children: Luke, Jack, and Mercy.

Associate Pastor

Matt enjoys hiking/backpacking, biking, playing guitar, reading, journaling, conversation with his wife (Laura), and spending time with his three kids, Adelynn, Ember, and Everett. He holds a B.A. in Bible from Moody Bible Institute. Matt gets excited about people coming to know God more intimately and accurately through the study of the Bible and through relational interaction with Him. He desires to help people behold Jesus in the Gospel in such a way that every area of their life becomes more centered on Him. 

Associate Pastor of Family & Youth

Caleb is the newest member of the team at Grace, joining the team in July 2024. He enjoys playing and watching sports, reading, the outdoors, and spending time with his wife (Rachelle). Caleb holds a B.A. in Biblical Studies and a Masters of Divinity, both from Cedarville University. It is his desire and passion to lead others to a deeper understanding and enjoyment of God and the Bible.

Administrative Assistant

Cherié and her family have been an integral part of Grace for a long time. She works hard to keep things running smoothly in the office and throughout the church.

Administrative Assistant

Janell works in the office a  couple days a week and is always willing to help wherever help is needed!

Grace Bible Church's Elder Board is comprised of the three pastors in addition to other men from the congregation. The Elders work to lead the body and oversee the spiritual health of the congregation.

Burf Bowman
Dave Emmons (Senior Pastor)
Jim Estes
Tim Masters
Caleb Purdy (Associate Pastor)
John Syracuse
Dave Talladay
Pat Weidel (Chairman)
Matt Weir (Associate Pastor)
Walt Whitenight

Along with the Elders, the Deacons of Grace Bible Church work to care for the needs of the body. They primarily focus on meeting the physical needs of congregants in need as well as maintaining and improving the church facility.

Jim Bachman
Dean Davis
Herb DeLine
Nate Duxbury
John Gifford
Dan Joseph
Seth Joseph
Ron Malone
Seth Muck
Dave Pendino
Jason Poeller (Chairman)
JD Seiler
Jim Weber