Tyler Shores
Lead Pastor
I have spent over a decade in ministry, and hold a Master’s degree in theology and ethics and teach as an adjunct professor for the College of Ministry at Northwest University.
My passion for ministry began early. I gave my life to Jesus as a child, but a transformative encounter at a youth camp solidified my call to serve the church. That calling led me to Lee University, where I met my wife, Jamie. For the past 12 and a half years, we have pursued our calling together, serving the church in a variety of ways. Beyond ministry, I enjoy music and movies, hiking and camping, playing basketball, and watching baseball.
My passion for ministry began early. I gave my life to Jesus as a child, but a transformative encounter at a youth camp solidified my call to serve the church. That calling led me to Lee University, where I met my wife, Jamie. For the past 12 and a half years, we have pursued our calling together, serving the church in a variety of ways. Beyond ministry, I enjoy music and movies, hiking and camping, playing basketball, and watching baseball.
Byron Newby
Care Pastor
As Care Pastor, my passion is to minister to the people in our church and our community who are going through difficult times in life: the hospitalized, the elderly, the imprisoned, the shut-ins, etc. As an important part of this, I am always developing a Care Team of likeminded people to partner with me to go to people who can’t come to church. We worship, study the Bible, and pray with them in a loving way.
Takeshi Ushikubo
Kids' Ministry Director
Takeshi oversees Kids Ministry, including scheduling, planning, and teaching. He has been married to Kelly for over 22 years, and they have three wonderful kids, Kai, Noah, and Emmi.