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The Rev. Dr. Brian K. Jensen began his call to the First Presbyterian Church of Meadville on the first of November in 2003. Dr. Jensen received a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Iowa in 1982, a Master of Divinity degree from the Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary in 1985, and a Doctor of Ministry degree in Christian spirituality from the Columbia Theological Seminary in 2002. Brian's wife, Leslie, is a teacher in the Crawford Central School District. They have raised three children - Rob, Mariah and Travis - who are respectively a pharmacist, an accountant and a pilot. As Dr. Jensen puts it, "It seems like only yesterday that my wife and I had three little kids in the house. How did we get so old?"
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The Rev. Dr. Daniel Corll joined First Presbyterian Church as part-time Visitation Pastor in October 2019. He retired in 2018 after 41 years in ministry, the last 27 ½ yrs as pastor at Mt. Pleasant Presbyterian Church in Wexford, PA, from where he holds the title of Pastor Emeritus. Dan served in three other pastorates prior to Mt. Pleasant. While in Wexford, Dan also served 20 years with the Marshall Township Fire Department as their Chaplain. A graduate of Westminster College, New Wilmington, PA, he holds Master of Divinity (1980) and Doctor of Ministry (2001) degrees from Pittsburgh Theological Seminary and certifications in neuro-linguistic programming and transitional ministry, and has completed all of the coursework towards certification in church business administration.
Dan’s wife, the former Deborah Satterlee, is a Meadville native. Debbie works for the City of Meadville as grantwriter and executive assistant to the City Manager. Together, they reside in Vernon Township on Debbie’s family homestead. The Corlls have four adult children and are blessed with three (soon to be four) grandchildren. Among Dan’s many hobbies he enjoys woodcarving, gardening, antiques and travel. Dr. Corll’s hope and purpose in his visitation ministry is to “meet, greet, visit and offer care along with church staff and boards for members, neighbors, and friends of the church with the love of Christ.” |
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Aaron Crider, Director of Youth and Family Ministries, came to Meadville in November of 2018. He graduated from Westminster College in 2015 where he studied Christian Education and Interpersonal Communication. Aaron’s passion for ministry stems from a genuine love of people. When asked what inspires him, he responded, “Everyone has a story, and everyone is connected through relationships. Learning everyone’s story and fostering deeper and truer relationships gives me the greatest of joy.” Aaron is married to his wife of three years, Annaliese, and they have a daughter Roselyn. When asked to describe her husband for us, Annaliese used the phrase, “An energetic ball of positivity”. When not working in the office Aaron enjoys watching the cooking channel as well as trying his hand in the kitchen. He also likes spending time in nature as he enjoys the outdoors with his family. Aaron’s duties around the church are primarily focused in Family Ministry, though he has been known to offer vocal solos from time to time, as well as preaching.
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Kevin Dill has been the Music Director at First Presbyterian since 2006. He earned his B.Mus from the University of Victoria and his M.Mus from the University of Alberta, in Canada. He also holds the Associateship Diploma from the Royal Canadian College of Organists, and in 2009 won third prize in the RCCO's National Organ Playing Competition. In addition to his work at First Presbyterian, Kevin is on the staff of Allegheny College as a choral and vocal accompanist. Kevin, his wife Sonya and their two children make their home in Meadville.
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Kris Lubomski is the Financial Secretary for First Presbyterian Church. Kris and her husband, John, were born and raised in Pittsburgh. They moved to the Meadville area in 1994. Their son also lives in the area. Kris enjoys spending time with her family and three cats.
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Mary Zahora is the Administrative Assistant for First Presbyterian Church. Mary was born and raised in Crawford County. Mary's husband, Dennis, is a Realtor for Howard Hanna Real Estate in Meadville. They have two sons, and love spending time with their three grandsons. Mary enjoys her family, friends, and Bible Studies.
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Elijah Boyd is our full-time custodian, joining our staff in 2011. Elijah and his wife Theresa live in the Meadville area. Elijah and his family keep God in their lives first, and pray for those who need prayer.
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