Church Staff

	Steve Judson - Pastor Pastor Steve joined the Church of the Cross family in July 2007. He previously served a church in southern Ohio but is a native of NW Ohio, having grown up in Swanton and graduated in 1991 from The University of Toledo. Pastor Steve graduated in 2003 from Asbury Theological Seminary with a Master of Divinity degree. Pastor Steve's passions are to assist people in finding and living God's plan and purpose for their lives, and leading the church to be all God has created it to be in this often tough world. Pastor Steve and his wife, Kifin, have been married since 2001, and have two wonderful little girls and a new little boy born 2/28/2010 who keep life exciting. When time permits, he likes to travel with his family and enjoys getting away on his day off with his family and just spending time together.
	Darlene Miller - Administrative Assistant Darlene has been fulfilling God's call on her life as the Secretary/Administrative Assistant of Church of the Cross for more than 28 years. She has done an outstanding job, having served with four different pastors during her time with the church. Darlene has been married for more than 43 years to her husband, Howard, and they have two sons, Todd and Tom. Both sons are married and Howard and Darlene have five grandchildren. Darlene and Howard enjoy camping, traveling, biking, and yard work together. Darlene also is an avid reader of Christian fiction.
	Dave Pettengill - Minister of Youth and Young Adults Dave is a 2001 graduate of Ohio Christian University (formerly Circleville Bible College) with a degree in Religion and Youth Ministry. He came to Church of the Cross in September of 2008 from the Columbus, OH area. He is the proud parent of an 13- year old son, Roma - who, since April 24, 2008, has called the U.S. his home. Roma is a native of Ukraine and is rapidly turning into an "all-American" boy as he enjoys fishing, swimming, and baseball. Dave shares, "My desire is to be in a church where the people have a drive to reach the lost, to help build them in their faith, and equip them to be disciples of Christ." We are grateful for Dave's passion for ministry, and share the desire of his heart.
	Carol Bandelaria - Minister of Children's Ministries Carol is a soccer mom and married with 3 children. She has always been involved in children's ministries. She has taken classes in early childhood education, and recently completed a certificate program in Christian Education. Carol's passion is for children and families. Her passion is to reach out to children and their families, and give parents the tools they need to help them equip their children in the faith.
	Jane Raab - Director of Adult Ministries Jane comes to us with a background in corporate marketing. Jane knew as a young woman she was called into the ministry. At Church of the Cross Jane is beginning to live into her purpose by seeking Gods heart and leading our adult ministries. Jane is single with two adult children as well as the proud grandmother to three young grandsons. Jane enjoys speed walking, dancing, and singing in our choir and praise team.
	Rich Dubler - Music Director Rich's desire was to become a veterinarian, but God had other plans and gave him a love and talent for music. Rich can't remember why he started playing the trombone in the 5th grade. He says that it definitely wasn't hereditary, but he really enjoyed it. In high school, his marching band and drum corps experiences swayed his decision to study music at Bowling Green. His life in music has brought Rich a variety of experiences. What has been his best experience? As a senior at BGSU, he was chosen to be a member of the College All Star Marching Band. This group played and marched in Giant Stadium before 80,000 people at the re-dedication ceremony of the Statue of Liberty. Rich and his wife Sharon have two daughters, Andrea and Leah, and live in Waterville, OH. Rich, who has been blessed with great musical gifts, also brings a great blend of professionalism and humor to this position.
	Donna Myers - Organist Donna Myers has been playing music since she was a very young girl, beginning music lessons under the direction of her mother, when she was just four years old. Her lifelong love of music is clear in the many musical roles she takes care of here at Church of the Cross. She was a member of the church long before she came on staff and volunteers in other areas of the church as well. Donna has two daughters, Jenny and Stephanie, and has taught music to kindergarten through 8th graders at St. Joan of Arc School for 24 years. She also has a great sense of humor and makes choir practice a great time with her musical antics.
	Aaron Keaster - Bell Choir Director Aaron is originally from Missouri but moved to the Toledo area in 1996 to play double bass with the Toledo Symphony. He really enjoys playing with the symphony as well as working in the symphony office and teaching private music lessons. Aaron received a Music Education Degree from The Wichita State University and a Master's Degree in Double Bass Performance from the University of Indiana. Aaron has had the opportunity to perform with several orchestras including the Wichita Symphony, the Fort Wayne Philharmonic, the Michigan Opera Theatre Orchestra, and the Lakeside Symphony. He has also been fortunate enough to have had such great jobs as performing at Disney World in Orlando, Florida and playing bass for five months on a cruise ship in the Mediterranean Sea. His wife, Michelle, is a flutist and currently teaches music at Monclova Christian Academy. They are also enjoying and very proud of their beautiful baby girl, Kaelee. Church of the Cross is grateful to have Aaron join our staff team, and grateful for the gifts he brings to our music ministry.
	Bob and Janet Munson - Custodians Robert and Janet Munson are life-long residence of Toledo and graduates of Libbey High School. Together, they have served as the custodians for Church of the Cross for more than six years. Bob and Janet are the proud parents of three adult children; daughter, Julie Schuster; and sons, Robert Jr. and Michael. Bob, who has bicycled from Alaska to Toledo and California to Toledo, enjoys cycling and running. Janet was primarily a stay at home mom while their children were pre-schoolers, and later worked for Gulf Oil and the Toledo Board of Education for over 26 years. When asked what she liked best about Church of the Cross, without hesitation and very enthusiastically, Janet responded, "The people!" She went on to say that, "This is the best job I have ever had - people-wise. I have been treated really great and have made friends.