Leadership

Pastors & Staff

TOm Hendershot

Lead Pastor

Rev. Dr. Tom Hendershot and Angela were married in 1983. They have four children and a growing number of grandchildren. Both Tom and Angie have been involved in ministry since their youth. They have served here since 2016. Tom also serves on the Board of Directors of the Evangelical Association of Reformed and Congregational Christian Churches (www.evangelicalassociation.org).

Dr. Terry L. Downin

Pastor Emeritus

In 2010, Pastor Terry and Janet retired from many years of ministry, including 23 years as senior pastor of Jerusalem Church. In October 2025, after 15 years away, Pastor Terry and Janet returned to this local church to serve the Lord and worship with the congregation they love and served so faithfully.

STACIE PFIEFFER

Church Secretary and Treasurer

If you call the office, hers is likely the voice you will hear on the other end. Stacie is married to Brian, and the mother of two children and one grandchild. She has served as Secretary of Jerusalem since 2009. 

EMILY BEITZEL

Director of Youth Activities

Emily has been a part of Jerusalem Church since birth. She is married to Jared, who has also been here since birth, and they are parents to Micah.

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