After growing up in the UK, Tom dramatically became a Christian at 19 and shortly after relocated to Sydney, Australia to attend Hillsong College where he met his wife Megan. They have been committed to a life of ministry and been married since 2008. They have three adorable children: Elijah, Esther and Moses. Tom joined the pastoral team in April 2020 and loves serving the church, being able to work with the staff, and enjoys every opportunity he has to preach. When he's not working, Tom looks forward to time with family, watching Chelsea FC in the Premier League, laughing at The Office, and continuing his obsession with Bob Dylan.

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Megan grew up in the Western part of the US - mostly Alaska and Montana. At 20 years old she moved to Australia to attend Hillsong College and graduated with a degree in theology and a true heart for ministry. Megan met her husband Tom while at college and they have three children; Elijah, and the twins Esther & Moses. They live in Baldwinsville, NY and enjoy serving as lead pastors at Word of Life Assembly of God. Megan joined the pastoral team at Word of Life in February 2021 and loves being in ministry, standing alongside people, and championing them in their relationship with God. Megan has a deep passion for seeing women rise up and be all God made them to be, developing leaders and caring for hurting people. In her spare time, she enjoys blogging, hiking, a good tv series and spending time with her family.

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Pastor Lisa has served in many church leadership roles with her husband Harry in youth and pastoral ministry since 1990. They have lived in the Central New York area since 1995, raising their two sons, Caleb and Joshua and have attended Word of Life since 2010. Lisa has served as the NY Ministry Network Girls Ministries Director in the past and was the Children’s Pastor at Word of Life from 2017 to 2023. She loves to help connect people with their next steps and discover their giftings as they follow Jesus and is honored to come alongside those who are hurting, combining ministry experience with her past career in nursing.

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Pastor Bryan grew up in the south Jersey. Bryan became a christian at 15, baptized and called in to ministry at 16. He and his wife, Darlene, met in 8th grade and now have an amazing little family with three littles: Bryan, Abigail and Camryn. Bryan & Darlene have served in ministry since they were young as volunteers in New Jersey as well as serving on staff in Florida and in Wyoming. They have been committed to a life of ministry and been married since November 2015. Bryan joined the pastoral team in September 2024 and finds it a great honor to serve the church, to be able to have the opportunity able to work with the staff, & serve the families of Word of Life however he can. In Pastor Bryan’s free time, he looks forward to time with family, getting outdoors whether it is walking, hiking, swimming Golfing or hunting. He also enjoys auto racing & cheering on his sports teams: Pittsburgh Penguins, New York Yankees, Chicago Bears and the Wyoming University Cowboys!

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It is Annie’s great joy to see lives made whole by Christs deep love. She considers it a high privilege and honor to serve the students of Word of Life- a place where students encounter the love of Jesus while discovering and sharpening their god given gifts. Pastor Annie has been married to the love of her life, Rob, since 1995 and together they have three grown children (Amber, Matt & Amanda) and four grands! (Annie's favorite is a good 'embarrassing moment' story. She also fully believes that Jesus is our redeemer; she sees a life that is de-railed as a life with God potential!

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Luke is passionate about authentic worship, and excellence in creativity. Originally from Ithaca NY, Luke comes from the music industry, working with musicians in studios in New York City, Ithaca, and Nashville. Now on staff at Word of Life AG, Luke is excited to see God glorified in all things creative!

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Bringing years of expertise in production and a heart devoted to serving the community, Joshua works tirelessly behind the scenes, illuminating sermons, worship, and events with precision and care. His commitment to excellence fosters an environment where the message resonates vibrantly, leaving a lasting impact on all who attend.

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Rev. Fred Driscoll grew up in Baldwinsville and is excited to call this area home again. When he was 19, he met his wife Christie at a Master’s Commission internship in Concord, NC. Fred has spent over ten years as a Children’s Pastor, fifteen years overseeing church administrations, and most recently as a Lead Pastor. He is excited to join the pastoral staff serving as the Administrator for WOLCA. Providing a sound education with a Biblical foundation has been a long-term priority for Fred. The Driscolls are passionate about connecting families with the life-changing Gospel of Jesus Christ! He and Christie have seven kids: Frederick, Kaylee, Brandon, Caeden, Ethan, Savannah, and Jenna. The family enjoys the outdoors, camping, and unplugging from time to time.

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Marti came to know the Lord at an early age and has grown in that relationship serving in different capacities in the churches she attended. Marti and her family lived throughout the country over the last 30 years including Oregon, Alaska, Montana, Virginia, Arizona & for the last two years in New York. Marti is always making friends and is passionate about people.  She has been married for over 38 years and has two children & three grandchildren.

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Cathleen Zahradnik brings a wealth of experience and a heart full of passion to her role as Executive Assistant to our church leadership team. Her journey of faith began in high school when she embraced a personal relationship with Jesus, marking the start of her "YES Adventure"—a life dedicated to saying "yes" to God's calling.

Throughout her spiritual journey, Cathleen has continually surrendered to God's guidance, leading her to unexpected blessings, including her marriage to her husband and the joy of motherhood. Her commitment to ministry is evident in her ordination with the Assemblies of God and over a decade of experience as a full-time staff pastor. Cathleen's story is a testament to the transformative power of giving God your "YES."

In her role at our church, Cathleen combines her administrative expertise with a deep-seated passion for helping others discover their divine potential. Her journey of faith and dedication to service inspire those around her to embark on their own "YES Adventure," trusting that God will lead them to places they never expected and enable them to fulfill their unique purpose. We are blessed to have Cathleen as part of the team!

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Trudy is a vital part of our church family, serving as our dedicated bookkeeper. She brings not only her skills with numbers but also a heart full of passion for the church and the Kingdom of God. For Trudy, keeping everything running smoothly behind the scenes isn’t just a job—it’s her way of serving the Lord and helping others grow in faith.

Trudy’s warm personality and love for people make her a joy to be around. She’s always happy to lend a listening ear or share a word of encouragement. Outside of her work at the church, Trudy loves hitting the road on her motorcycle, soaking in the beauty of God’s creation. Her favorite moments, though, are the ones spent with her family, making memories, and sharing laughs.

If you haven’t had a chance to meet Trudy yet, be sure to say hello! Her love for the Lord and for people shines through in everything she does, and we’re so blessed to have her as part of our team!

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