Pastors & Staff

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Phone: 410-266-8090

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Tom’s passion is to help people grow in their love for our Lord. A staff person at EP for over 25 years, he has helped our multigenerational congregation use their gifts for ministry and to get involved in God’s kingdom work. Tom and his wife Mary enjoy spending time with their kids and grandkids. When not at EP, you’ll find Tom outdoors on the bay fishing or at work in the garden.

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Phone: 410-266-8091, ext. 117

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Phone: 410-266-8090

Ruth has joyfully used her musical gifts and training in the worship ministry at EP since 1974. Currently she is serving in an administrative role helping with printed materials, music preparation and organization, visual projection work, and other miscellaneous tasks. She has a Bachelor of Music Education from Drake University. She and her husband Jim have four grown children and 18 grandchildren with whom they love spending time. She is also the church’s librarian.

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Phone: 410-266-8090

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Phone: 410-266-8091, ext. 126

John’s first day of work at EP was getting on the bus to head to middle school camp. Now directing the High School Ministry, John is passionate about sharing Christ and his hear resonates with 3 John 4: “I have no greater joy than to hear that my children are walking in the truth.” A graduate of New Geneva Theological Seminar and in full-time ministry since 1989, John lives out his faith by being prayerful about opportunities to bring his to bear as he lives. A strong cup of coffee and kayaking in the Chesapeake are John’s go-to ways to relax and enjoy life.

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Phone: 410-266-8091, ext. 123

Since high school, David has had a passion for leading worship music and serving in God’s kingdom. Having started playing piano at the age of nine, he loves the way worship music connects us to God in a personal way, teaches us of His character, and gives praise to our heavenly Father. As a member of the worship team, he hopes to encourage people in their faith and share the good news of what Jesus did on the cross. David is excited for his time here in Annapolis and seeing all the work God is doing in this community.

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Jonathan has been actively involved in music ministry for the past seven years, using his guitar and vocal skills for God's glory. He Has worked with EP since fall of 2017 and loves his time leading worship for the youth ministries and playing with the band on Sunday mornings. He has a passion for worship ministry and loves to help people come to a place of worship. Jonathan also loves to spend time getting to know people in the church and connecting people with others so they can walk together in faith. Most of all Jonathan loves Jesus, and he wants to live a lifestyle that reflects his Heavenly Father and helps others come to know Him as well.

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Email: [email protected]
Phone: 410-266-8090

Brady is passionate about using words and images to connect people to Christ and his church. At EP, he's responsible for communicating who we are as a church and the goings on both inside and outside our walls. A graduate of the St. John's College Graduate Institute, he loves reading and discussing great books. Brady lives in Annapolis with his wife and their three children.

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Phone: 410-266-8090

Cheryl loves spending time investing in women, hearing their stories, and watching them grow as they learn to follow Jesus. She is passionate about studying and teaching God’s Word and delights in helping others understand how deeply they are loved by God. Married to her husband Don for over 30 years, Cheryl and Don have five wonderful children, one amazing daughter-in-law and two gracious son-in-laws, and six very active grandchildren. Traveling, chatting with friends, and reading a good novel at the ocean are Cheryl’s favorite past times.

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Phone: 410-266-8091, ext. 127

Laurie Nelson loves helping people feel loved and welcome, whether on a Sunday morning or in the community. On staff at EP since 2008, she directs EP’s outreach efforts and can’t wait to help connect people to areas of service that they are passionate about. The best part about her job is that it doesn’t feel like a job; each day is different and she loves serving alongside others. She has three children and one grandson, and she loves being a Grammy!

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Phone: 410-266-8091, ext. 103

Email: [email protected]
Phone: 410-266-8091, ext. 104

Nancy enjoys meeting and helping the wonderful people of EP connect with ministry, whether through her work in the office, curating the bulletin, or helping with mercy needs. A native New Englander, she has slowly worked her way down the East Coast, having lived in New Hampshire, Boston, Connecticut, New York, and now Maryland. She has been married to her husband Clint for 30 years and they have two adult children, Andrew and Hannah. She has served in administrative roles in a variety of contexts, including Christian radio and education. Nancy has a BA in English from Gordon College, and, as a result, loves to fix typos or get lost in a good book.

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Phone: 410-266-8091, ext. 111

Dannie is a hands-on helping person who is always available to help someone who needs it and to do anything around here at the church. A staff person for over 30 years, he and his wife love to travel and see different parts of the East Coast as their time away together. Dannie hopes to see you around church; he’s the guy who’s always smiling!

Email: [email protected]
Phone: 410-266-8091, ext. 121

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Phone: 410-266-8091, ext. 113