God continues to bless us with dedicated staff members. Our relationship has grown beyond ministry and has become one of a friendship as we serve the Lord together. We even play a little golf!

Pastor James & Kara Neal: Both graduated from Pensacola Christian College. They served in Florida for a little over 2 years before coming to Emmanuel in September 2004. Morgan (3) and Hudson (4 months) are their two kids.

Todd & Julie McClure: Todd recently graduated from PCC and is currently working for Pilot Truck Centers. He does an excellent job leading a Triple Cord group and many other responsibilities. Todd has been on staff since March of 2006.

Julie's involvement includes the worship music, a Triple Cord group, and more. Julie joined our teen staff August of 2005. Todd and Julie have one child, Lincoln.

Dave & Kristy Nissly:
The Nissly's joined the Youth Staff in August of 2007 after previousy serving youth for six years in the local church. They teach the 7-8 grade Sunday School class and lead Triple Cord groups. Dave heads up the CIA Ministry. They have two children, Justyn and Shawn, and have just welcomed their third son, Jonathan Kenneth, in February 2008!