lead pastoral team
DON & PAM BROWNING
Don & Pam Browning are the lead pastoral team here at AS, YOUR Neighborhood Church. They possess an abundance of knowledge, skill, and experience.
Don has over 30 years of ministerial experience serving in various roles in the local church as well as serving as a guest speaker, worship leader, Bible School Teacher, consultant, and traveling minister/singer. Don is also an author, songwriter, and recording artist.
Pam, being raised in church, has served in various ministry roles throughout the years. Pam has 25-plus years of management experience outside of the “church” setting and brings that to bear in everything she does. Pam also coordinates our hospitality ministry.
Together, this dynamic couple is leading AS, YOUR Neighborhood Church into a bright future of REACHING, RESOURCING, and RELEASING all that God has for us in this neighborhood and the one you live in as well.
the board of your neighborhood church
ARNOLD HEIKKILA AND TOM MANCHESTER
Arnold and Tom serve along with Don Browning Jr as the BOARD of YOUR Neighborhood Church. Arnold and Tom are longtime faithful members who serve with honor and humility as they help steer YOUR Neighborhood Church in the direction that God is leading. These are two of the finest men that you’ll ever have the privilege to meet.
lead pastoral team
DON & PAM BROWNING
Don & Pam Browning are the lead pastoral team here at AS, YOUR Neighborhood Church. They possess an abundance of knowledge, skill, and experience.
Don has over 30 years of ministerial experience serving in various roles in the local church as well as serving as a guest speaker, worship leader, Bible School Teacher, consultant, and traveling minister/singer. Don is also an author, songwriter, and recording artist.
Pam, being raised in church, has served in various ministry roles throughout the years. Pam has 25-plus years of management experience outside of the “church” setting and brings that to bear in everything she does. Pam also coordinates our hospitality ministry.
Together, this dynamic couple is leading AS, YOUR Neighborhood Church into a bright future of REACHING, RESOURCING, and RELEASING all that God has for us in this neighborhood and the one you live in as well.
the BOARD of YOUR Neighborhood Church
ARNOLD HEIKKILA AND TOM MANCHESTER
Arnold and Tom serve along with Don Browning Jr as the BOARD of YOUR Neighborhood Church. Arnold and Tom are longtime faithful members who serve with honor and humility as they help steer YOUR Neighborhood Church in the direction that God is leading. These are two of the finest men that you’ll ever have the privilege to meet.
Board Member, Administrative Pastor, Seniors Ministry Coordinator
ROBIN WOODS
Robin Woods is a Board Member and also serves as our Administrative Pastor and Seniors Ministry Coordinator. She is so much more than a clerk or secretary. Robin has been and continues to be “the glue” that holds us together and the oil that keeps everything running smoothly. She is a true treasure. Robin is also the Coordinator of the Senior Spiritual Squad Ministry ages 60 and up.
coordinators of your neighborhood kids' church
LIZ AND KATHRYN LAWTON
The coordinators of YOUR Neighborhood Kids Church are Liz and Kathryn Lawton. This mother/daughter team is an invaluable gift to us as they use their years of serving in ministry to children. Every child that attends YNKC receives excellent and exciting ministry tailored made just for them. Utilizing their exceptional gifts of singing and teaching each week the Lawton’s deliver the gospel to our children.
men's ministry coordinator
RICH MEREDITH
We call our ministry for men, MENS Ministry which means MEEK EMPOWERED NOBLE SERVANTS. As our MEN’S Ministry coordinator, Rich Meredith embodies these attributes. We meet on the 3rd Saturday of every month to encourage each other and hang out.
food services coordinator
MARION SHIVE
Marion Shive serves as our Food Services Coordinator. She makes sure that our kitchen is fully stocked and coordinates everything that runs through it. She is a breath of sweet, fresh air and her smile lights up the room!
community engagement coordinator
LOUISE PHILIP-TAYLOR
Louise Philip-Taylor is our Community Engagement Coordinator. She is passionate about raising awareness and involvement in community events and causes that can really make a difference in lives.
benevolence ministry coordinator
JASON SHIVE
Jason Shive is our Benevolence Ministry Coordinator. This ministry helps keep YOUR Neighborhood Church in line with “the main thing” that is lined out in Matthew 25:34-40. We believe that as we serve “the least of these” we are serving God.
ministry to women
PAM BROWNING
LIFT is our ministry to women who meet in person at least once a month (2nd Saturday) to strengthen relationships and grow in faith together. Pam Browning coordinates LIFT which stands for LIVING IN FAITH TOGETHER.
custodian
RAQUEL ALVAREZ-HURTADO
We are so grateful for our custodian Raquel Alvarez-Hurtado who keeps us looking great week after week. As we renovate and utilize our facilities in an ever-increasing amount of time, she does an excellent job.
ministry to women
PAM BROWNING
LIFT is our ministry to women who meet in person at least once a month (2nd Saturday) to strengthen relationships and grow in faith together. Pam Browning coordinates LIFT which stands for LIVING IN FAITH TOGETHER.
benevolence ministry coordinator
JASON SHIVE
Jason Shive is our Benevolence Ministry Coordinator. This ministry helps keep YOUR Neighborhood Church in line with “the main thing” that is lined out in Matthew 25:34-40. We believe that as we serve “the least of these” we are serving God.
community engagement coordinator
LOUISE PHILIP-TAYLOR
Louise Philip-Taylor is our Community Engagement Coordinator. She is passionate about raising awareness and involvement in community events and causes that can really make a difference in lives.
food services coordinator
MARION SHIVE
Marion Shive serves as our Food Services Coordinator. She makes sure that our kitchen is fully stocked and coordinates everything that runs through it. She is a breath of sweet, fresh air and her smile lights up the room!
men's ministry coordinator
RICH MEREDITH
We call our ministry for men, MENS Ministry which means MEEK EMPOWERED NOBLE SERVANTS. As our MEN’S Ministry coordinator, Rich Meredith embodies these attributes. We meet on the 3rd Saturday of every month to encourage each other and hang out.
coordinators of your neighborhood kids' church
LIZ AND KATHRYN LAWTON
The coordinators of YOUR Neighborhood Kids Church are Liz and Kathryn Lawton. This mother/daughter team is an invaluable gift to us as they use their years of serving in ministry to children. Every child that attends YNKC receives excellent and exciting ministry tailored made just for them. Utilizing their exceptional gifts of singing and teaching each week the Lawton’s deliver the gospel to our children.
board member, administrative pastor, seniors ministry coordinator
ROBIN WOODS
Robin Woods is a Board Member and also serves as our Administrative Pastor and Seniors Ministry Coordinator. She is so much more than a clerk or secretary. Robin has been and continues to be “the glue” that holds us together and the oil that keeps everything running smoothly. She is a true treasure. Robin is also the Coordinator of the Senior Spiritual Squad Ministry ages 60 and up.
custodian
RAQUEL ALVAREZ-HURTADO
We are so grateful for our custodian Raquel Alvarez-Hurtado who keeps us looking great week after week. As we renovate and utilize our facilities in an ever-increasing amount of time, she does an excellent job.