Bethel...the Church @ Franklin Mills

Rob loves to make the Bible relevant and practical so that it can be clearly understood by everyone.  At Bethel, Rob’s primary responsibilities are leading the Pastoral Team and teaching in the services.

Rob's parents were born and raised in Brazil, and while Rob was born and raised in Philadelphia, his parents and his upbringing have made him comfortable with the people, food and languages of other cultures. One of the things that Rob loves most about Bethel is the diversity that is found here.

Rob has been married to Kelly, his high school sweetheart, since 1987, and they have two children. Their daughter, Aleah, is a student at Gordon College and their son Jordan is in high school. Rob is a passionate Eagles fan and loves Doritos!

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Administrative Pastor

At Bethel, Al works in the areas of administration and teaching.  He gives oversight to the daily administrative responsibilities at Bethel and teaches regularly in the weekend services.

Al also leads Bethel's Good$ense Stewardship Ministry. In addition to teaching stewardship at Bethel, Al works with Willow Creek Association's Good$ense Team by teaching and training other church leaders.

Al graduated from Philadelphia Biblical University, as well as from Dallas Theological Seminary.

Al and his wife, Becki, have been married since 1989 and currently live with their two daughters and dog in the Northeast neighborhood where Al grew up. 

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Steve helps our adults go deeper in their relationship with Jesus and with each other. He helps connect them into smaller communities and cultivates growth opportunities.  Steve also serves Bethel as our interim Pastor of Children's Ministries.

Steve was born in Africa where he developed his love for sports, the outdoors and the food of many cultures.

Steve has a Masters Degree from Dallas Theological Seminary and an undergraduate degree from Philadelphia College of Bible.

Steve and his wife, Anne, have been married since 1989 and have three children, a dog and a hermit crab.

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Pastor, Student Ministries & Young Adults

Chris is completing his 5th year leading at Bethel.  He oversees student life working with students, from grades 6th through 12th and their parents.  He also leads programs for our 18-29 year olds and teaches, as needed, at weekend services.  God has given him a passion for community outreach and teaching. 

Chris has a Masters Degree from Dallas Theological Seminary and an undergraduate degree from Philadelphia Biblical University.  He often teaches college students and pastors at regional training conferences.  Chris has a background in competitive athletics and now serves as the head football coach at Esperanza Academy Charter High School in Philadelphia.   

Chris and his wife, Kelli, have been married since 2003 and have two sons.  Their son, Miles, is currently a student at West Chester University and Noah was born in September 2008. 

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