Lead Pastor: Joe Shutts
Administrative Pastor: Pastor Dennis Bunnell
Email Pastor Dennis: pastordennis@newfc.org
Minister of Music: David M Irwin
E-Mail Dave: dave@newfc.org
I find it an honor and a privilege to have the opportunity to lead people into a higher place of Gods presence. At an early age, God placed me in music ministry where I have found myself in the position of taking people from the realm of carnality into the realm of the heavens. In 1987, I joined hands in marriage to a wonderful woman of God, Lillie who has blessed and given me 5 terrific children Ashlee, David, Kenny, Garriona and Doughlena. God has directed my path in my experience as Worship Leader and has placed me with many great ministries such as Finnytown Church of God, Sure Foundation Ministries, New Life, The Gathering Place, Pillar of Fire and now New Freedom Church. I’m very excited to be with New Freedom Church. God has blessed us for such a time as this and I know He does all things well. I look forward to fellowshipping with you at New Freedom where God truly is in the house because we bring Him with us.
Student Pastor: Gregory Smith
E-Mail Greg: greg.smith@newfc.org
Gregory Smith was born and raised in Beavercreek, Ohio. After graduating from Beavercreek High School in 2005 Greg went on to earn his B.A. in Religion and Philosophy at Trevecca Nazarene University in Nashville, Tennessee. During his college breaks, Greg served on staff in the High School and Children’s ministries at Beavercreek Church of The Nazarene. He also had the opportunity to serve abroad in Benin, Africa. His time spent overseas teaching English has helped shape is understanding of Gods mission both here and abroad. Greg has a passion and calling to work with students to further the Kingdom of God around the world. He also enjoys Golf, Buckeye football, and wake boarding. Great gift ideas for Greg would include but are not limited to: rounds of golf, Chipotle gift cards, Buckeye football tickets, and argyle socks. His Birthday is June 2nd but also recognizes all other major gift giving holidays.
“I’m very exciting to be apart of the New Freedom family and the work God is doing here in Lebanon, Ohio. I am especially honored to be working with the student ministries and believe that God has a unique plan to use them to further The Kingdom.” – Greg Smith
Ministry of Elders: Our Ministry of Elders consists of lifetime appointments by our Pastor. The Elders of New Freedom Church are: Ellis Welch, Wayne Flora, Bill Watson, Pastor Dennis Bunnell and Pastor Joe Shutts.
Ministry of Deacons: New Freedom Church Deacons: (Front Row) Martha Seals, Elaine Wilson, Martha Dietz, (Back Row) Malissa Dean, Laurie Lamb, Dan Greer, Wilma Daugherty, Lorna Welch, Michele Sandlin.
Ministry of Trustees: The Ministry of Trustees consists of seven people elected by majority vote of the Church Membership. Trustees serve two year terms. These terms are staggered to allow for a continual influx of new trustees. Trustees conduct the business affairs of New Freedom Church. Current NFC Trustees are: Dave Stone, King Wientge, Roy Lobberecht, Jeff Christman, Larry Casolari, Jim Sibcy, Dave Carozza (Not Pictured).
Clerk: Jeff Riechman
E-Mail Jeff: jeffr@newfc.org
Treasurer: Stuart Daugherty
Email Stuart: stuart@newfc.org
Custodian: Vickie Brown
Children’s Church: Our Children’s Church provides “PRAISE and WORSHIP” opportunities for children age 6-12. The Children’s Church is located in the Educational Wing just off the Sanctuary. Praise/Worship, a Children’s Message, Puppet Ministry, Christmas and Easter special programs performed for the entire congregation as well as the community are a few of the highlights of this program. For more information about this ministry, contact Tonya Christman or Amy Riechman.
Sunday School: Our Sunday School Education Ministries include classes for all ages reaching from Nursery through Adults. They meet at 10:00AM on Sunday Mornings, immediately preceding the worship hour.
Sunday School Superintendant: Ron Bolling has served in this position since New Freedom Church began.
Nursery: Our nursery is open for children, infant to 5 yrs old, whenever there is an activity at the church: Sunday service, Wednesday service, Thursday choir practice and any other activity planned here at New Freedom. Emily Fordyce is our Nursery Coordinator.
3-5 Year Old Ministries: This Ministry concentrates on teaching Bible stories through word and hand crafts. The class meets during the church worship service. Several parents have signed up and teach the chosen curriculum on a rotating basis.
Primary: Grades 1-3
Junior: Grades 4-6
Tweens Ministry: The “TWEENS” is our youth group for Children ages 10-12 (Grades 6-8). This youth program includes field trips, Bible Study, and community projects for our “TWEENAGERS”. Lots of fun, fellowship and Bible are experienced in this setting for our youths. Rob and Angie Chess are the youth leaders for the “TWEENS”.
AMPED Student Ministries: Who Are We? We are high school students, ages 14-18, who have a deep desire to worship, serve and learn about the One true Living God. We are learning how to live our lives in alignment with His Perfect Word. By His blood, we are free from the strongholds of this world. We are energized! We are AMPED Student Ministries.
In class, we have in-depth discussions about the pressures of daily living in a teenager’s life and the answers God gives to questions you may have in your own life. We believe every person is uniquely designed by God Himself and that God has a very special plan for every child’s life. We know that the struggles endured by teens in this generation can be overcome through the blood of Jesus Christ and Him alone. We will show you where to find hope and how to have a personal relationship with our Heavenly Father.
We will prayerfully lift you up. We believe in fun and fellowship through adventure and outings. We are FOR you. GOD is FOR you. You are welcome! Come as you are.
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO ON AMPED STUDENT MINISTRIES
Adults “Pillars”: The “Pillars” is an adult class that meets on Sunday Mornings at 10AM for Bible study. “Him that overcometh will I make a pillar in the temple of my God…” Revelation 3:12. Pillars is an adult class that systematically studies books in the Bible verse by verse, gleaning wisdom for everyday life. The class also has fellowship opportunities outside the church setting.
“Remnant Believers”: An adult class that studies the Scriptures along with contemporary Biblical authors concerning life issues for adults and families in today’s world. The class also has fellowship opportunities outside the church setting.
Club Crown: A Bible class geared toward young adults, single and with families. The class takes life issues and searches the Scripture for guidance and wisdom for help in today’s world. The class also has monthly fellowship opportunities outside the church setting.
Mens Ministry: The Men’s Ministry Group meets for breakfast, fellowship, and programs every other month, beginning in February on the 1st Saturday at 8:30AM. The programs include a variety of Christian topics with guest speakers. Contact Pastor Dennis for more information concerning the ministry or with ideas for programming.
Ladies Ministry: Our Ladies Ministry meets and plans special events during the year: Valentine’s Day, St. Patrick’s Day, Back Packs for Kids Bash, baby showers, wedding showers, Mother-Daughter Banquet, Christmas Banquet, Christmas Parade Outreach. In all these activities and more, the thankfulness for the love and blessings of Jesus Christ are celebrated.
Choir: This Choir was created to be a light in our church and upon our community.They provide encouragement through song. They usher in spiritual worship and fellowship within the church and welcome the community to participate as well.
