Meet the LEADERSHIP TEAM
KATRINA SHENK
Elder
Being known and loved by Jesus is at the heart of Katrina's life. She grew up at EPMC and is grateful for how God has shaped her life through this faith family. She loves sharing family life with her husband of 30 years, Jeromy, their children and grandchildren. In her free time, she enjoys bird watching, sitting by any water's edge and going to auctions.
BOB HESS
Elder
Bob is a farmer at heart! He enjoys the land with his wife, Sharon and his family and especially his grandchildren! He loves good food and times of relaxation at the end of a day! He is grateful for the rich heritage that has given him a foundation in his relationship with Jesus!
JONATHAN KILHEFFER
Elder
Jonathan is a lover of Jesus, family, friends and outdoor things. You can find him with his family and many other groups of friends at all times of the year in the outdoors!
TRACY KILHEFFER
Elder
Wife. Mother. Friend. On a journey with Jesus to live open-handedly and delight in the everyday things of life. Passionate about creating beauty through food, home, gardening, dancing and hospitality. Challenged and humbled to serve alongside the leaders and community of EPMC.
Josh Buser
Connecting Pastor
Josh loves being able to lead people into the presence of the Lord through worship in song. He oversees the worship ministry at the church and has been a worship leader for the past 13 years. He also leads small groups by equipping and disciplining the leaders, resourcing, and serving. These small group ministries include nursery, children's ministry, youth, connect groups, and more. As Connecting Pastor, Josh connects people to God through worship and connects people to each other through building Christ-centered relationships. Josh has been married to his wife Liz for 7 years. Together ,they have two boys, Cohen (3) and Dawson (1). Josh loves playing sports, writing music, and spending time outside. If you ever want to connect with Josh, he can be reached at Josh@eastpetemc.org
CHAD SUFFICOOL
Equipping Pastor
Chad is passionate about Jesus and loves to serve others. He will tell you "life with Jesus is the best!" God called Chad to be a missionary with YWAM overseas for four years. God then sent him to Moody Bible Institute in Chicago IL for a bachelors in Pastoral Studies. From there he was led to get his Masters of Divinity from Rockbridge Seminary. Chad is happily married for 11 years to Tiffany and they have a son Clay (8) and a daughter Olive (4). If you would like to meet up with Chad, please reach out to him at chad@eastpetemc.org
Meet the Support Staff
KAYLA HESS
Office Administrator
Kayla is excited to serve EPMC in her role as office administrator. She also works part time as an oncology nurse, caring for individuals with cancer. When she isn’t working, Kayla enjoys reading and spending time with her friends and family. She has been married to her husband Philip for 8 years and they have two children.
tiffany sufficool
Custodian
Mother, Wife, Sister, Friend and most importantly a Daughter of God. Tiffany diligently serves the faith community by cleaning and taking care of the facilities God has blessed us with. She fills her time with homeschooling her two children, gardening and many outdoor adventures. Originally from MN, she is enjoying the calmer PA weather and more diverse landscape.
Jim Bucher
Sexton
Jim was carried into this church as a baby, over 80 years ago and is still serving faithfully today! He is an ever-present source of accountability, checking the facilities for safety measures every night of the week. Jim served with Voluntary Service for more than 20 years in Florida.
Meet the cordinators
Tim and dottie webber
Faith Community Care Team Coordinators
Dottie has been part of this congregation since birth. Tim joined the church family when they married in 1981. They have served in many positions throughout their lifetime including, Sunday School teachers, worship leaders, organists, youth advisors, church chairman, elder, and now Care Team coordinator. They enjoy serving others, hosting in their home and volunteer each year as cooks, for Mennonite Disaster Organization.
Dottie taught Family and Consumer Science at Lancaster Mennonite School for forty years. Also was the Food Service Director and catered for the school. Tim was a chef working at several restaurants and retirement homes. Later in life he also worked at Lancaster Mennonite driving bus and working in the maintenance department.
They have two children, and one granddaughter.
Life Verse: Romans 12:10-13
Dottie taught Family and Consumer Science at Lancaster Mennonite School for forty years. Also was the Food Service Director and catered for the school. Tim was a chef working at several restaurants and retirement homes. Later in life he also worked at Lancaster Mennonite driving bus and working in the maintenance department.
They have two children, and one granddaughter.
Life Verse: Romans 12:10-13
Jeromy Shenk
Facility Team Coordinator
Jeromy has been part of the EPMC faith family for over 30 years. He enjoys time with his family and riding motorcycle.
Sharon hess
Kitchen Team Coordinator
Sharon loves the gift of life! So grateful to spend it with her husband Bob and family on a farm in Mt. Joy. She finds joy in her grandchildren and creating beauty in flowers and the flavors of good food! Serving a person in need or teaching children the wonders of God's amazing Word are truly her passion. All for Jesus!
Chad and Tiffany Sufficool
Rental Coordinators
Chad and Tiffany work together to help coordinate any rentals for weddings, funerals and other events. Our building is home to 5 other ministries and they help coordinate the schedules and building needs for those who utilize it.