Email: jason@palmcitypres.org

Born and raised in California, Jason moved to Florida in 2016 with his wife and 3 children. Son of a Presbyterian pastor, he spent his high school years overseas in the Philippines. A graduate of California State University, Fullerton, Jason has his bachelor's degree in biological sciences and a Master's in Divinity from Fuller Theological Seminary.  He served as a director of youth ministries for over 20 years and has a passion for missions and outreach (and secretly wishes he was a pro surfer or soccer player). 

Favorite Book: Old Man and the Sea - Earnest Hemingway

Favorite Movie: They Live!

Favorite Heroes: Jim Elliot, Eric Cantona, Mike Yaconelli, My parents

If I were a superhero, I would be: Silver Surfer

Email: tom@palmcitypres.org

Born and raised in Maryland, Tom moved to Florida in 1999 for a job transfer with the Cleveland Clinic in Weston. During his early years (second - eighth grade), he traveled to Scotland and Hawaii with his family. Tom returned to Forest Hill, MD and attended John Carroll High School. He earned his bachelor's degree in business administration from Towson State University and his MBA in health care management from Phoenix University. Tom is married to Lisa. He has a daughter, Kellie, and stepdaughter, Jennifer. He and Lisa have two granddaughters, Ava and Piper. Tom served as a board member for The Boys and Girls Club, helping bring the Cal Ripken Field of Dreams to the Harrisburg, PA facility. Tom’s hobbies include boating, fishing, and home improvement projects. 

Favorite Book: Who Moved My Cheese?

Favorite Movie: Saving Private Ryan

Favorite Heroes: My parents and those who served in the armed forces

If I were a superhero, I would be: Aquaman

Email: richie@palmcitypres.org

Born and raised in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Richie moved to Florida in 2012. After high school, he spent time with YWAM (Youth With A Mission) as a missionary in Orlando, Florida, and participated in an outreach to the Middle East. After Richie returned to the United States, he wanted to do more in his community and has served in youth ministry since he was 19 years old. Richie is currently pursuing a degree in ministerial leadership at Southeastern University. 

Favorite Books: Beyond Color Blind and He Saw It Was Good

Favorite Movie: Drunken Master

Favorite Hero: Jesus

If I were a super hero, I would be: Son Wukong

Email: trish@palmcitypres.org

A native Ohioan, Trish lived with her family in multiple states as her Baptist minister father served in various churches. Following a stint in Okinawa with her Air Force husband, she eventually landed in Texas and then on to South Florida. After working in such diverse positions as a sales coordinator, purchasing agent and project manager for electrical contractors, medical staff coordinator, newspaper and magazine editor and publisher, the US Government, and finally, business administrator for a South Florida church, Trish tried retirement twice – with no success or sense of purpose or fulfillment. A passionate follower of Jesus Christ and a long-time Bible teacher and author of Bible studies, Trish welcomes every opportunity to serve the Lord by serving His people in whatever capacity He makes available. 

Favorite Book: The Bible

Favorite Movie: The Ultimate Legacy

Favorite Heroes: Two young missionary couples, personal friends, sharing the Gospel in difficult and dangerous Muslim countries

If I were a superhero, I would be: The Wasp - doing good deeds with great power, while invisible and unknown

Email: charity@palmcitypres.org

Charity’s family was born and raised in Iowa. In 2013, Charity’s husband accepted a job offer out-of-state with Florida State Parks, which landed them in Key West. Then, 13 months later, a promotional opportunity brought the family to Martin County. Charity was a stay-at-home mom for 12 years while actively serving in ministry, church planting, and missions, volunteering as a church secretary and preschool teacher’s assistant, and as creator/co-chair of a non-denominational mom’s group. Since returning to work in 2015, Charity has enjoyed working in our school system, for hospice, and as a church secretary. Charity has been married to John for 25 years. They have three children: Grace, Dawson, and Kennedy. Their family enjoys “backroad” traveling, state parks, boating/snorkeling/diving, movies, football, and playing Clue together.

Favorite Books: Crazy Love and Kiss the Wave

Favorite Movie: Any film based on true stories and historical events

Favorite Heroes: My parents for their unconditional love, support, sacrifices, and selflessness they have poured over me throughout the years                                               

If I were a superhero, I would be: Ironman—He has cool technology & flies!

Email: kelly@palmcitypres.org

Kelly moved to Palm City from Syracuse, NY in 2014 with her husband, Rob, and their children, Ethan (21) and Anna (20). She holds a bachelor's degree in business administration from SUNY Oswego. Previously, Kelly worked in the financial industry and the public school system; she was also a stay-at-home mom. In her free time, Kelly enjoys running, reading, traveling, and going to the beach. 

Favorite Book: One Thousand Gifts by Ann Voskamp

Favorite Movie: Notting Hill

Favorite Heroes: Elisabeth Elliot

If I were a superhero, I would be: Elastigirl

Email: reva@palmcitypres.org

Reva earned her Bachelor of Arts in vocal performance with emphasis in choral conducting and vocal pedagogy from Southern Virginia University. After five years in Arizona as an elementary music teacher, Reva is thrilled to return to her hometown of Palm City with her husband, to raise their three children and continue her career as both a high school choir director and private vocal instructor. 

Favorite Book: Portions of the Sea

Favorite Movie: West Side Story

Favorite Hero: My mom

If I were a superhero, I would be: Captain Marvel