Lampeter Church of the Brethren
Address: 1900 Lampeter Road, Lancaster, PA 17602
Phone: 717-464-2050
Fax: 717-464-3099
Email: Lampetercob@lampcob.com
Meet and Connect with Our Staff
Lampeter Church of the Brethren
Address: 1900 Lampeter Road, Lancaster, PA 17602
Phone: 717-464-2050
Fax: 717-464-3099
Email: Lampetercob@lampcob.com
Christopher Shelly
Senior Pastor
Chris grew up in a small town north of Lancaster where he developed an appreciation for the outdoors and a strong work ethic. In his teens, he came to know, love and serve Jesus, who is his Lord and Savior. After high school, Chris earned a Bachelor's of Science in Bible and a Bachelor's of Music Education at Cairn University while serving as a Youth Minister in the Philadelphia suburbs. In 2010, Chris married his high school sweetheart, Janelle, and in 2011, they answered the call to minister to the youth here at Lampeter and became a part of this awesome family. In 2019, Chris earned his Masters of Divinity from Moody Theological Seminary and also responded to the call to lead Lampeter into a new Christ-centered, chapter of life.
They have been graced with three wonderful children - Marissa, Josiah, and Elias.
Contact Pastor Shelly: Chris@lampcob.com
Nichole Whiteman
Pastor of Discernment & Prayer
Nichole began attending Lampeter in 2001. Since that time she felt a call to ministry and has completed Ministry Training through the Brethren Academy for Ministerial Leadership. Nichole has been a Licensed Minister since 2005 and is pursuing ordination. She is also serving the Atlantic Northeast District Board as a member of the Commission for Witness and Outreach. Nichole has a passion for prayer and sharing Jesus' love for each person. She is the Chair of Lampeter's Discernment Team which leads the congregation through times of individual prayer and congregational discernment. Nichole has been married to her husband Michael since 1993. They have two daughters.
Contact Nichole: Nichole@lampcob.com
Joshua Marcroft
Youth Director/Adult Education
Josh moved to Lancaster when he was in 7th grade and has not left since. After graduating from Lampeter-Strasburg in 2015, he felt the call to pastoral ministry, so he decided to pursue that calling at Lancaster Bible College (LBC) after taking a gap year. He graduated from LBC in May and is planning on continuing work at Lampeter COB as Youth Director and planning Adult Education, being an Assistant Soccer Coach at LBC, and attending seminary within the year. When not at work or school, Josh enjoys playing sports of all kinds, reading a good book, or playing board games and cards.
Contact Josh: Josh@lampcob.com
Micki Bohannon
Director of Children's Ministries
Micki Bohannon is the Director of Children’s Ministry. She has attended Lampeter Church of the Brethren since she was born. Before joining the staff, Micki served on the Children’s Ministry Team and the Preschool Committee. She is also a substitute teacher in many of the Lancaster County School Districts. Micki loves teaching the young children of our congregation about the love of Christ.
Contact Micki: Micki@lampcob.com
Stephanie Amos
Administrative Associate
Stephanie began working as our Administrative Associate in April, 2018. She lives in, and attends church in, the Coatesville area. Her prior experience was gained in many non-profit settings. She is blessed to be able to share her talents and gifts with Lampeter COB.
Contact Stephanie: Stephanie@lampcob.com
Melody Risser
Secretary
Melody originally began working as our Administrative Associate in April, 2008 and is now serving as our Church Secretary. Prior to becoming staff, she was involved in many ministry areas at Lampeter COB including the Leadership Team, Wednesday Night Happenings Ministry Team, Kitchen Ministry Team and preparing videos for worship. Her prior experience was gained in the corporate setting, and she enjoys sharing her talents and gifts with our church family. Melody lives in Lancaster with her husband, Craig, and their two children.
Contact Melody: Melody@lampcob.com
Sue Ringer
Custodian
Sue enjoys keeping Lampeter COB clean and tidy. She also works as a teacher's assistant in the Lampeter Community Preschool. Sue has been a member our church since 2013. She serves as a member of the Children's Ministry Team, and is a vital part of our Giving Garden ministry. Sue and her family live in Lancaster.
Dave Weaver
Maintenance/Custodian