Our STAFF
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Brian is the founding and lead pastor of Living Hope Church. He preaches about 40 Sundays a year, has oversight of Adult Ministries, and has primary responsibility for setting the vision and direction of the church. Brian was born in Zanesville, OH and has been married to his wife, Michelle since 1988. They have two sons, Aaron and Austin, and reside in Pataskala. Brian came to faith at a young age in a Pentecostal church. He enjoys reading, Ohio State football, backyard football with his sons, and trying new restaurants. His favorite movie is Gladiator. He highly recommends the book "What is the Mission of the Church?" by Kevin DeYoung and Greg Gilbert.
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Tanya is our Director of Student Ministries, leading our ministries for infants through 12th grade. She is passionate about working with kids, holds a Doctorate in Education (EdD), and has substantial experience in both public education and children's ministry. She and her husband, Vinnie, reside in Pataskala, along with their children, Olivia and Amelia. Tanya enjoys reading, dancing, and playing with her kids.
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Logan is our Worship Director, overseeing all aspects of our worship/music ministry. He has been leading congregational worship since 2013 and has overseen production and music in several churches. Logan grew up in Blacklick, OH and enjoys spending time camping, disc golfing, and reading Fantasy/Sci Fi novels.
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Heather serves as the Administrative Assistant and provides support to a variety of ministries. She is Vivianna's mom and is happily married to her husband Vi, who plays drums on our worship team. Heather enjoys playing the piano and ukulele, painting, watching Asian dramas, raising chickens, and making music with her family.
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BECKI TRASK
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT FOR STUDENT MINISTRIES
COORDINATOR FOR wOMEN'S MINISTRY AND COMMUNICATIONS
Becki is a missionary kid, born and raised in Hong Kong. She married her high school sweetheart Ace, (also a missionary kid from Hong Kong) in 1997. Together they share 3 fantastic kids: Daniel, Nathan, and Elia. Camping, traveling, reading, and game playing are some of her favorite things to do when she is not watching her kids do what they love.
