Pastor Joe holds a deep passion for people, the church, and the communities he is called to serve. His experience spans over 20 years of summer camp ministry, state park chaplaincy, and congregational ministry.  He earned his Bachelor of Arts in Psychology & Philosophy from Juniata College, during which time he also studied abroad at Aberdeen University in Scotland. He earned his Masters of Divinity from Lancaster Theological Seminary, completed his Clinical Pastoral Education Level 1 at the Reading Hospital, and has engaged in foundational training for Gestalt Pastoral Care. Currently he is pursuing a Professional Certified Coaching certificate from the International Coaching Federation in order to enhance his capacity for leadership development and congregational vitality.

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Pastor Joe is dedicated to his family: Jessica, his wife, his three daughters Natalie, Olivia, and Caitlyn, and his extended family. In his free time, he enjoys biking, running, backpacking, spending time in nature, gardening in his backyard, and joining with friends and family.