Office of the Senior Pastor

PASTOR JOHN HAYS - Senior Pastor (view bio)

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John Hays has been the Senior Pastor since 1981. The vision statement for Jersey Baptist Church is “To bring people to Jesus and develop them into fully mature, reproducing followers.” Pastor John celebrated his 25th year of ministry in 2006, however he continues to dream of new ways to reach people for Christ and to build a church for His glory. Pastor John also believes the best days are still ahead for Jersey. Pastor John and his wife Jan have two children, John and Elizabeth. He is an avid cyclist and has participated in Pineman and Triathlon events.

 

STARLA WETMORE - Executive Assistant to the Senior Pastor (view bio)

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Starla is married to John and they have two children, Ryan (married to Jillian) and Ashleigh. She was born in Columbus, Ohio and joined the Jersey staff in 2005. Her favorite movie is Shrek and Christmas Vacation.

E.C. ANDY - Gospel Celebration Venue Director (view bio)

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E.C. Andy is married to Connie and they have two kids; Bryan (married) and Angie (married). Andy was born in Lake Hope, Ohio and joined the Jersey staff in 1995. Andy's favorite movie is any movie in the Rocky series.

BRIAN BAGLEY - EMERGE Venue Director (view bio)

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Brian is married to his amazing wife Terri and they have two kids; Joel and Hannah. Brian was born in Columbus, Ohio and joined the Jersey staff in 2005. His favorite movie is Lord of the Rings and for a good laugh, The Sandlot.

 

Evangelism and Discipleship

PHIL DUNCAN - Associate Pastor (view bio)

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Pastor Phil is married to Nance. They have five children: Tammy, Tracie, Terri, Philip (deceased), and Trisha. They also have 11 grandchildren. Pastor Phil was born in Alexander, Virginia. After 21 years of service in the United States Airforce, he went on to get his Master of Divinity from South Western Baptist Theological Seminary. He has been on staff at Jersey since 1990.

NANCY MORBITZER - Ministry Support (view bio)

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Nancy is married to Paul and they have two kids; Amy and Paul.  Nancy was born in Cinicinnati, Ohio and joined the Jersey staff in 1994.  Her favorte movie is The Phantom of the Opera.


 

 

 

Worship and Music

MARK HUTSKO - Minister of Music (view bio)

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Mark is married to Debbie.  Mark was born in Cleveland, Ohio and joined the Jersey staff in 2005. His favorite movies are (any and all) Star Wars and Star Trek.

 

 

 

CHRIS MOSELEY - Associate Director Music Ministries (view bio)

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Chris is married to Emily and they have one child; Noah. Chris was born in Union City, TN and joined the Jersey staff in 2005. His favorite movie is the Lord of the Rings Trilogy.

DAVE LONG - Gospel Celebration Lead Worshipper (view bio)

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Dave is married to "his own personal angel" Alvina.  They have two daughters; Nicole (married to Joe Dempsey) and Natalie.  They also have two grandchildren; Alison and Logan Dempsey.  Dave was born in Columbus, Ohio and joined the Jersey staff in 2004.  His favorite movie is Raiders of the Lost Ark.

JOEL KOVACS - EMERGE Lead Worshipper (view bio)

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staff_jkovacsJoel is married to Katie. Joel was born in Columbus, Ohio and Joined the Jersey staff in 2007. His favorite movie is Mary Poppins.

Adult Ministries

P.K. SPRATT - Minister of Education (view bio)

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P.K. is married to Tammy and they have two children: Kevin and Erica. P.K. was born in Bob White, West Virginia. He joined the Jersey staff in 2008. His favorite movies are The Sandlot and October Sky.

ALVINA LONG - Ministry Support (view bio)

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Alvina is married to her wonderful husband Dave. They have two daughters; Nicole (married to Joe), Natalee, and two grandkids (Alison and Logan). Alvina was born in Westerville, Ohio and has been on staff with Jersey since 2004. Her favorite movie Shawshank Redemption...or maybe You've Got Mail.

 


 

STARLA WETMORE - Women's Ministry Director (view bio)

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Starla is married to John and they have two children, Ryan (married to Jillian) and Ashleigh. She was born in Columbus, Ohio and joined the Jersey staff in 2005. Her favorite movie is Shrek and Christmas Vacation.

 


TOM DUNKLE SR. - Men's Ministry Director (view bio)

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Tom is married to Pamela. They have two children; Tom Jr. and Deanna.  Tom was born in Columbus, Ohio and joined the Jersey staff in 2006. His favorite movies are; Officer and a Gentelmen, The Last Castle, and Lawrence of Arabia.

 


Young Adult Ministries

KENNY SIPES - Director (view bio)

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Kenny is married to Lori and they have four kids; Emma, Ethan, Jack, and Miles.  Kenny was born in Minnesota and joined the Jersey staff in 2003.  His favorite movie is Dead Poet's Society.


 

SENIOR ADULT MINISTRIES

LARRY BROWN - Senior Adult DIrector (view bio)

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Larry was born in Columbus and raised in Westerville, graduating from
Westerville High and Otterbein College.  He is married to Nola and
they have two children, Cindy, married to Roger (grandchildren Dylan,
Dustin and Grace), and Greg married to Debbie (grandchildren Ashley
and Abby). Larry has been a member of Jersey for 11 years and joined
the staff in 2007.

ALVINA LONG - Ministry Support (view bio)

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Alvina is married to her wonderful husband Dave. They have two daughters; Nicole (married to Joe), Natalee, and two grandkids (Alison and Logan). Alvina was born in Westerville, Ohio and has been on staff with Jersey since 2004. Her favorite movie Shawshank Redemption...or maybe You've Got Mail.

Jersey Students

KENNY SIPES - Director (view bio)

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Kenny is married to Lori and they have four kids; Emma, Ethan, Jack, and Miles. Kenny was born in Minnesota and joined the Jersey staff in 2003. His favorite movie is Dead Poet's Society.

 

SHERI WADE - Ministry Support (view bio)

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Sheri was born in Columbus, Ohio and joined the Jersey staff in 2000.

 

 

Jersey Kidz

DEBBIE ZACHARIAH - Director (view bio)

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Debbie is married to Greg and they have two sons; Jimmy and Jason (married to Wendy),, and they have one grandchild, Benjamin. Debbie was born in Cincinnati, Ohio and joined the Jersey staff in 1995. Her favorite movie is The Ghost and the Darkness.



 

POLLY WALDRON - Associate Director of Preschool (view bio)

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Polly is married to Kevin. She was born in Good Hope, Ohio. Polly joined the Jersey staff in 2001. She and Kevin have a dog, Sadie Lou.

 

CHERIE CAUDILL - Ministry Support (view bio)

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Cherie is married to Jason.  Cherie was born in Charleston, WV and joined the Jersey staff in 2004.  Her favorite movie is Ocean's Eleven.

 

JULIE BUXTON - Preschool Ministry Support (view bio)

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Julie is married to Benjamin and they have two kids, Justin and Miles.
Julie was born in Columbus, OH and joined the Jersey staff in 2002.
Her favorite movie is 13 Going on 30.

 

Administration and Operations

KEITH MATTHEWS - Director of Administration and Operations (view bio)

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Keith was born in Columbus, Ohio. Keith joined the Jersey staff in 2000.  His favorite movie is Les Miserables. Keith also enjoys playing tennis , traveling, and reading.

LYNN YOUNG - Ministry Support (view bio)

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Lynn is married to Mike and they have two boys; Jeremy (married to Katie) and Andy (married to Rachel).  Lynn was born in Charleston, WV and joined the Jersey staff in 2000.  Her favorite movie is National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation.

HERB COFFIELD - Treasurer (view bio)

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Herb is married to Judy and they have two kids; Brent and Kate.  They also have three grandkids; Lindsay, Collin, and Connor.  Herb was born in Bellaire, Ohio and joined the Jersey staff in 2003.  His favorite movie is Memphis Belle.

 

BOBBY SHAW - Graphic Designer (view bio)

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Bobby is married to Amy. Bobby was born in Zanesville, OH and joined the Jersey staff in 2007. His favorite movie is Field of Dreams.

BETH PETTIT - Communications Coordinator (view bio)

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Beth is engaged to Benjamin Stafford. Beth was born in Greenwich, Ohio and has been on staff with Jersey since June 2008. Her favorite movie is Life is Beautiful.

NORAEEN SPENCER - Receptionist (view bio)

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Noraeen is married to  Bob  and they have three children; Nathan, Drew, and Nick.  Noraeen and Bob also have one grandchild; Carter.  Noraeen was born in Pataskala, Ohio.  She joined the Jersey staff in 2005.  Although Noraeen is not a big movie watcher you can bet you'll find her watching It's a Wonderful Life every Christmas.

TOREY JAEGER - Common Grounds Cafe (view bio)

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Torey is engaged to Mark Reed. Torey was born in Bitburg AB, Germany.  She joined the Jersey staff in 2005.  Torey has one canine and two felines at home.  She enjoys taking care of horses and her favorite movie is Lord of the Rings.

 

Missions

PENNY ZUBER - Missions Coordinator (view bio)

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Penny was born in Ft. Wayne, IN. She is a retired school teacher and began volunteering at Jersey in 2005. She joined Jersey staff in 2008. Penny has one son, Kyle, who is in the U.S. Airforce and currently lives with his wife Lori in Kansas. Penny's favorite movie is Sleepless in Seattle.

Building and Grounds

E.C. ANDY - Facilities Manager (view bio)

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E.C. Andy is married to Connie and they have two kids; Bryan (married) and Angie (married). Andy was born in Lake Hope, Ohio and joined the Jersey staff in 1995. Andy's favorite movie is any movie in the Rocky series.

DAVE BASS - Maintenance (view bio)

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Dave is married to Pam and they have three kids; Matt, BJ, and Ashley.  Dave was born in Columbus, Ohio.  His favorite movie is Old Yeller. 

STEVE CRAVENER - Maintenance (view bio)

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Steve is married to Terri and they have three children; Stevie, Jeff, and Amanda. Steve was born in Columbus Ohio. His favorite movie is Passion of the Christ.

CHUCK GILLESPIE - Maintenance (view bio)

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Chuck is married to Natalie. Chuck has four kids; William, Beth, Lori, Ryan. Chuck was born in Kentucky. Chuck is a fan of any of the John Wayne movies.

MIKE PHILLIPS - Maintenance (view bio)

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Mike was born in Columbus, Ohio. He and his wife Roseann have two kids: Sarah and Michael. Mike joined the Jersey staff in 2008.

DON RATCLIFF - Maintenance (view bio)

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Don was born in Londondairy, OH. He and his wife Brenda have three children: Greg, Debbie, and Rodney. Don joined the Jersey Staff in 2006.

GLENN ROBEY - Maintenance (view bio)

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Glenn is married to Melissa and they have two kids; Jamie and Tyler.  Glenn was born in Columbus, Ohio.  His favorite movie is Enemy of the State.