Greg Williams Interim Senior Pastor
Greg@stjohns-salisbury.org
Lori Carter Pastor for Congregational Care
lori@stjohns-salisbury.org
James Demmel Pastor for Youth and Outreach
james@stjohns-salisbury.org
Program Ministry
stacey@stjohns-salisbury.org
Stacey Shafer Children's Minister
Stacey Shafer is a life-long member of St. John’s. A mother of three who volunteered in children’s ministry for years before joining staff, Stacey joined staff as Children’s Minister in 2018. Stacey feels blessed to be on staff at a church she loves so much.
diane@stjohns-salisbury.org
Diane Poole Senior Adults
Diane Poole is the Director of Senior Adult Ministry. Diane grew up in Alabama. She graduated from Auburn University, BS and Queens University, MBA. Diane retired as the Director of Human Resources for a company in Charlotte. At St. John’s, she plans and coordinates trips, events, and the Senior Seasons Academy. She also coordinates volunteers for Seasons Gifts. While not at St. John’s, she enjoys spending time with her husband, Buddy, and serving at her home congregation.
Email: diane@stjohns-salisbury.org
kindergarten@stjohns-salisbury.org
Teresa Stoner Kindergarten
Teresa Stoner is the lead teacher at the St. John’s Kindergarten. Teresa has a Bachelor Degree in Early Childhood Education K-6, a Master’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, and she is trained in the Orton-Gillingham approach.
Worship and Music Ministry
rob@stjohns-salisbury.org
Rob Durocher Minster of Worship and the Arts
Rob serves as the Minister of Worship and the Arts coordinating our worship and music for all three services. Rob is consecrated as a deacon in the ELCA. Rob joined the staff at St. John’s in 1998. Originally from New Jersey, Rob graduated from Northeastern, Kings College, B.SM, BA.BL. What Rob loves most about his job is the incredible relationships that have been built with so very many gifted and giving people — and having the honor to be used in bringing the sacrifice of praise into the house of the Lord.
ricky@stjohns-salisbury.org
Ricky Howsare Contemporary Worship Leader
Ricky joined the staff at St. John’s in 2021, as the Contemporary Worship Leader, coordinating the music for the 9:27 contemporary worship service. Originally from PA, Ricky has always had a passion for music and began developing his gifts at a young age. He attended the University of Louisville, where he attained a Bachelor’s of Music with special focus in Vocal Studies. After college, he worked in professional theatre for many years as a singer and performer until he was called into ministry in 2019 and has been serving as a worship leader since then. After a day at the church, he returns home to his lovely wife, Kimberly, along with their two dogs, three cats, two love birds, numerous fish, and peacock. He and Kimberly love to spend time outdoors, hiking and admiring God’s beautiful creation. One of the things that he loves most about what he does at St. John’s is the way in which he is able to build new relationships with so many different people.
If you have any interest in becoming part of the 9:27 contemporary worship experience, or any other part of ministry at St. John’s, please let Ricky know, as there is always a desire to include everyone that we can in what we do!
Email: ricky@stjohns-salisbury.org
lentzke@carolina.rr.com
Kimberly Lentz Handbells
Kimberly Lentz is the St. John’s Handbell director.
Email: lentzke@carolina.rr.com
Communications and Digital Ministry
taylor@stjohns-salisbury.org
Taylor Hutchins Production Manager
Taylor Hutchins, Production Manager, is responsible for audio, video, lighting, and production of all worship and events here at St. John’s. Taylor also oversees livestreaming and video production. Originally from North Carolina, Taylor joined staff at St. John’s in 2015. Taylor is an alumnus of Gardner-Webb University. What Taylor loves most about his job is that he doesn’t see it as a job. Called into ministry at 13, Taylor feels blessed to be able to call St. John’s home. He loves the volunteers, staff, and tech toys he gets to work with each day.
Email: taylor@stjohns-salisbury.org
Susan Shinn Turner Eagle's View Writer
Susan Shinn Turner writes for the Eagle’s View monthly newsletter and has been on staff since 2011. Susan is a China Grove native and UNC Chapel Hill alumna. In her spare time, Susan enjoys reading and running- just not at the same time! Her hero is her mom, St. John’s member, Cora Beam Shinn. What Susan loves most about her job is sharing the fascinating stories of all the wonderful folks at St. John’s!
Support Staff
ruthann@stjohns-salisbury.org
Ruth Ann Diehl Business Manager
Ruth Ann has served in accounting and as Business Manager since 2000. She oversees all support staff and serves as the staff liaison for finance and personnel committees, as well as secretary for the Benevolent Foundation. Ruth Ann attended Rowan-Cabarrus Community College and Catawba College with continuing education classes in accounting and business management. Her hometown is Morrisville, New York. She has been married to Philip for 27 years and counting; they have one son and three daughters. What she loves most about her job is being in an encouraging environment with opportunities for spiritual growth, and living into God’s plan.
deborah@stjohns-salisbury.org
Deborah Cross Office Manager
Deborah Cross is the Office Manager. Deborah oversees the office, facility scheduling, and the production of the weekly bulletin. Before joining staff in 2019, Deborah worked in a skilled nursing facility then in homecare management. Deborah is passionate about working with seniors and loves the opportunity to build relationships with members and volunteers here at St. John’s.
mark@stjohns-salisbury.org
Mark Bias Accounting
Mark attended Austin College in Sherman, Texas and has extensive work experience as an operations manager and in auditing. He worked at the Historic Salisbury Foundation for seven years and most recently with NSC Behavioral Concepts. Originally from Arizona, Mark grew up in Texas and moved to Salisbury in 1992. He and his husband, Davis Cooke, the owner of Old Sarum Gallery on West Innes Street, have been together for 28 years. They are members of St. Luke’s Episcopal Church. Mark enjoys being able to put his varied skillset to work for the benefit of faith-based outreach and congregational programs.
Email: mark@stjohns-salisbury.org
david@stjohns-salisbury.org
David Ellenburg Facilities Team
David Ellenburg joined St. John’s maintenance staff in 2018. David lives in Rockwell. A native of the area, he attended West Rowan High School. Before coming to St. John’s, he worked 10 years in management at Universal Forest Products. David has been married to wife, Kimberly, for 32 years. They have two children, a son, Jake, and a daughter, Sydney. He loves the opportunity to serve God through his work.
Email: david@stjohns-salisbury.org
vivian@stjohns-salisbury.org