Chris White
Pastor
Chris has served at Gateway since 2009. He is married to Jessika, and together they raise two wonderful kids, Elizabeth and Sam. Chris has degrees from Malone University and Pittsburgh Theological Seminary. Chris is an enormous klutz, which is why he likes to ski, as it is really just prolonged falling.
Brendon Hall
Director of Campus Ministry
Brendon Hall reaches out to students at Grove City College and Slippery Rock University in partnership with Gateway EPC. Brendon graduated from Grove City College, where he majored in psychology and biblical and religious studies. He first joined CCO staff in 2014 to minister to student-athletes at Allegheny College. Brendon enjoys any and all sports, competitions, board games & adventures.
Joshua Hayes
Ruling Elder
Josh and his formidable wife and two daughters, Chrissy, Baylee, and Lilias, have been members of Gateway since Josh and Chrissy moved to Grove City in 2012. Josh received an undergraduate degree in education from Gannon University, a Masters in Higher Education from Geneva College, and is currently pursuing a Masters of Divinity from Trinity School of Ministry. He has worked for the Coalition for Christian Outreach (CCO) for the past 17 years serving student athletes at Slippery Rock University (04'-16') and discipling students in outdoor ministry at Grove City College (16'-present). Josh is an avid adventurer. He trail runs, rock and ice climbs, mountain bikes, backpacks, and hunts. In addition, he enjoys great conversations with friends and relaxing on his front porch.
Timothy Wright
Ruling Elder
Timothy and his lovely wife Tori have been members of Gateway since moving to Grove City, PA in 2017. Timothy is a graduate from Geneva College and works locally as a consultant in Federal Advisory. He loves connecting with folks over his many hobbies such as kayaking, fishing, hunting, drinking coffee, tabletop gaming, or a new one you introduce him to.
Ministry Team Leaders
Each ministry has a team of folks serving to use their gifts to serve, but we can't put every Gateway face on the page
...so here are few of the leaders who serve those teams:
...so here are few of the leaders who serve those teams:
Emily
Children's
Emily is in charge of children's ministry making sure our children have the opportunity to engage Christ and the church as young followers
Christine
Hands of Hope
Christine leads Hands of Hope serving our community and those in need of specific help and resources.
Steve
Counseling Center
Our Counseling Center, open at The Gateway House, is operated by Steve in connection with the Christian Counseling Collaborative.