Our Team
Joel grew up in Naperville, IL and graduated from Olivet Nazarene University and Princeton Theological Seminary. He previously pastored in Moberly, MO. Joel’s wife Katie works for Albemarle Downtown, and they have a wonderful son, Simon. Joel enjoys everything active: running, hiking, basketball, disc golf, pickleball, and more. He loves board games, and plays the piano and cello. Joel’s preaching philosophy is that the Bible is supremely interesting and that there are wonders to uncover in every text.
Pastor
Rev. Joel Lynn
Kyle Lambert
Kyle is the backbone of our organization. She does all the behind scenes work integral to keeping our church running smoothly. Having served here for 34 years, she provides the institutional knowledge and memory needed to connect our past and our future. She is one of the hardest workers you'll meet, and her work ethic springs from her deep love for this church.
Office Manager
Beth is our communications expert who helps keep everyone in the church informed on our activities and opportunities. She keeps the bulletins, newsletters, emails, website, and our Sunday worship videos on YouTube up to date. We are often drawing upon her digital design skills for many projects. She is a talented musician, like her husband Frank, playing trumpet and singing in our choir. Her friendly demeanor is there to welcome you into the office or to answer your phone calls.
Secretary
Beth Poolos
Frank began piano at age 5 and oboe and saxophone at 11. After receiving his Bachelor of Music cum laude from Pfeiffer University, he and his wife performed on stage with several touring bands in the Southeast. He then began a successful career recording and performing original music with the Band Junque Gallery, releasing 5 CD’s. After starting a family, blessed with triplet girls, he came off the road and became director of the North Stanly Middle and High School bands for the next twenty years. Frank received his Master of Music Education degree from Liberty University and his Doctor of Music Education Degree with honors from Liberty University.
Director of Music
Frank Poolos
Michael previously served at Trinity Presbyterian, Charlotte. Prior to that he was Artist Associate in Accompanying at Davidson College. Rowland received his BA from Wake Forest University in psychology. After seeing the light, he pursued organ studies at Boston University and Peabody Conservatory in Baltimore. His spare time is spent hiking and pursuing golf balls.
Organist
Michael Rowland
Director of Fellowship and Congregational Care
Jane Snyder
Jane knows how to build community and foster connection. Her hospitable nature is shown through her cooking where she allows ministry to take place across the table, where Jesus did so much of his ministry. Jane's empathy helps nurture feelings of safety and support in small group settings, allowing people to feel comfortable being vulnerable enough to share their prayer requests and what is on their heart. She will inspire positivity and gratitude in you.
Shawn Graeff
Shawn helps maintain our beautiful facilities to help ensure that it is a welcoming place. A former school teacher and soccer coach, his servant heart is apparent in all he does for us and the wider community.