Noel has been our "Super Pastah" for over 10 years now.

What are some things you do within your position?

-"As a pastor, I equip the saints (Ephesians 4) and provide spiritual leadership for members of the church. I strive to create an atmosphere of meaningful worship. I preach and lead Bible Study weekly. I meet with committees and individuals providing care, concern, and a way to continue the works of Jesus."

What does it mean to you to be in the role within the church?

-"I oversee many areas of the congregation’s ministry as we as a congregation grow in the fullness of Christ, Jesus."

What are some things you do within your position?

Cover the Pastor's day off. Worship Leader once a month. Visiting shutins. Leading a morning Bible study starting in the fall. And just to be active and helpful within the church.

What does it mean to you to be in the role within the church?

To help the Pastor in his role and be his advocate. Even at my age I still want to contribute to the work of the Holy Spirit.

Lupita Cruz-Ortiz is the pastor for our Hispanic Ministry.

What are some things you do within this position?

"As a church planter/ pastor my work consist of evangelism work in the community, prayer walking and spreading the good news of Jesus Christ to everyone who will open their hearts to receive the good news. I preach and lead services, bible studies and prayer meetings weekly. We welcome people of all backgrounds, new believers and people who are already members of the body of Christ looking for a church to call home. We strive to have a church rooted and built up in Christ, where the Holy Spirit is welcomed and given the liberty to transform, heal and mend all who are thirsty for God’s presence."

What does it mean to you to be in this role within the church?

"This is my passion! As a recipient of Gods mercy, I feel the responsibility to minister to whoever will let Jesus in their hearts. Church planting is a lot of work that takes so much prayer, patience, love, and faith but its what God has called us to do and with His calling He equips us to equip others, so its all possible through Gods grace."

What are some things you do within your position?

As Secretary and Treasurer for Mount Hermon Church of the Brethren, I am responsible for a wide range of administrative responsibilities including producing the weekly bulletins and monthly newsletters.  I handle most of the business and personal correspondence for the church and am responsible for most financial matters pertaining to church business.

What does it mean to you to be in the role within the church?

It is such a blessing and honor to have a vocation that serves both God and the local community!  I have always had a prodding feeling that my purpose in life was to serve within the church capacity.  After finally heeding to this call, it has brought such a purpose and peace to my soul to know that I am following the path that God has designed for my life!

What are some things you do within your position?

My role as youth leader is about creating a space where teenagers can grow in their faith and feel a sense of belonging. On a practical level, that means I spend a lot of time preparing for our weekly gatherings. I plan lessons that are relevant to the challenges and questions young people face today, lead discussions, and organize fun activities to help everyone connect and have a good time.

What does it mean to you to be in the role within the church?

Being the youth leader is a huge honor and a calling I take seriously. For me, this role is a privilege—an opportunity to invest in the next generation and help them build a strong foundation of faith that will last a lifetime. My biggest hope is to foster a community where every teenager feels known, valued, and loved. It's a place where they can ask tough questions without judgment, find genuine friendships, and discover what it truly means to follow Jesus.

Rita is the Hermonite Media Director. She works closely with the media team to insure that all social media platform are running smoothly for the church.

What are some things you do within this position?

-"I over see all the church's social media sites with the help of our media team. We take care of posting the events that go on within the church. We also post any announcements that need to be made, along with birthdays and anniversaries. We help with taking pictures and some videos for the sites as well."

What does it mean to you to be in this role within the church?

"In this role, I am able to reach people outside of our four walls. I'm able to tell the world about the amazing things that our loving and caring church does to help our community here in Bassett, Va. What people see on our social media websites might be the only "church" some may see. That's a big responsibility."