STAFF + ELDERS - FOUR MILE CHURCH

Staff, Elders, and Deacons

Staff

Pastor, Head of Staff

Pastor, Head of Staff

David Lyle

David grew up in Grove City, PA. He went on to attend West Point where he played basketball and studied economics. He received his commission as an officer upon graduation and served a career in the U.S. Army. He spent almost two decades stationed at West Point as an Economics Professor, Research Analyst, and Vice Dean.

During his time on the West Point faculty, David was actively involved in the campus ministry program. He served as the Director of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes and worked alongside the Army Chaplains to support various other Cadet Chapel programs.

After retiring from the Army, David and his wife Jennifer moved to Beaver, PA to join the Four Mile team. In his spare time, David enjoys hunting, fishing, reading, and working out.

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David Lyle

Assistant Pastor

Ministry Director

Phill Williams

Phill was born and raised right here in Beaver, Pennsylvania. He attended Grove City College, majoring in Finance and Communications and completed a Masters in Accounting at Penn State. Prior to joining Four Mile as Ministry Director, Phill spent 11 years in corporate finance and business strategy.

Phill started attending Four Mile Church in 2021 with his now wife Kiera who grew up in the church. He has enjoyed getting to know the church body better by serving on the finance committee, childcare board of directors, and teaching pillars.

When not working, you can find him walking his dog with Kiera and their two young kiddos, planting some sort of fruit or vegetable in his garden, or playing adult league hockey while most people are asleep.

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Cammie Shelatz

Ministry Director

Assistant Pastor

Cammie Shelatz

Cammie grew up here in Beaver, PA…and at Four Mile Church. She graduated from Grove City College and while raising her three kids with her husband, Jody, was able to be involved in various ministries over the years, both vocationally, as well as a volunteer.

Now empty nesters, she and Jody love seeing their kids walk out the plans and purposes God has for them; and they especially love being grandparents! Cammie loves laughing, being outside, pushing through a great workout, and reading.

Oh, and though few may believe it, she’s quite addicted to quiet.

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Phill Williams

Kids Church Director

Kids Church Director

Courtney Bowers

Courtney has been attending Four Mile since 2015. Originally from a small town near Johnstown, PA, she moved to Beaver County to pursue a job with Lifesteps Early Head Start after earning her Bachelors Degree in Child Development and Family Studies from IUP. Two years later, she married her forever best friend of 10 years and Garrett joined her in Beaver. Together they have faithfully served and spread God’s Word-on mountain tops, in city streets, and in their communities. They are also thankful to have served the youth at Four Mile, helping to lead it over three years.

Shortly before the arrival of their first child, Courtney was gifted with the honor to serve as Director of Children’s Ministries at Four Mile. Getting to serve amongst many of the spiritual leaders she respects most in this world is a great privilege! She is excited to give her all to children’s ministry and dedicate time, energy, and love to growing it through God’s direction. This is such a vital age and ministry within the body of believers, and she is committed to seeing the children and volunteers thrive. She loves being a wife and mother! She also loves camping, hiking, reading, and sharing time with those around her. She is always looking for volunteers in children’s ministry!

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Courtney Bowers

Student Ministry, Music, & Video Director

Student Ministry Director

Nikki Cornelius

Nikki grew up in the small town of Brookville, PA. After graduating from Brookville High School in 2015, she moved on to Slippery Rock University, where she studied music therapy. While pursuing her degree, she met and fell in love with her future husband, Austin. She began working at Nixon United Methodist Church in Butler, PA in the spring of 2020, where she served as music director, and later, also as director of children and youth.

In her free time, Nikki enjoys reading, baking, making music, arts & crafts, and spending time outside. Looking ahead, Nikki is grateful for the opportunity to serve at Four Mile and grow in fellowship with the community.

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Nikki Cornelius

Business Manager

Business Manager

Marcy Helm

Marcy serves Four Mile in a variety of areas – starting with overseeing our preschool & 2 childcare facilities and managing the day-to-day business aspects of the church as our Business Manager. She manages the church office and handles all things financial. Through her many years of serving at Four Mile, she has volunteered with children’s ministries from the nursery to high-school and has led missions teams to Pittsburgh, North Carolina and Mexico.

Originally from Beaver County, Marcy is a graduate of Center Area High School and Garfield Business Institute. She has also completed her certification as a Child Development Associate.

Marcy loves reading, traveling with friends, and spending time with her family.

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Marcy Helm

Expressions & Communications Director

Outreach Ministry Director

Diane Elms

Diane was born in State College but was raised in Pittsburgh, PA. She attended Duquesne University where she ran track and field and studied supply chain management/marketing. Diane’s pure focus was student-athlete until her now hubby Johnny Elms came into the mix! After Duquesne, it was corporate life for Diane. On the side, her heart for youth and sports led to coaching high school basketball at her alma-mater and actively volunteering at the Center in Midland.

When Johnny and Diane chose Beaver, PA in 2013 they couldn’t have picked better neighbors, Cory and Jen Miller, who led them to Four Mile. Since then, their love of Jesus has grown through scripture and is continually ignited by believers in this great community. The Elms crew is forever grateful!

Most days you can catch Diane jamming in the kitchen with her hubby, being silly with her sons, or heading outside for fresh air and movement. She’d love for you to join any of the above; the more the merrier!

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Diane Elms

Atmosphere Upkeep Director

Atmosphere Curator

Jen Shuster

Jen has lived in Beaver and has attended Four Mile since 1998. She was a teacher at New Brighton school district for 32 years. She obtained her bachelor’s degree in psychology from Edinboro University and her master’s in education with a certificate in special education from Duquesne University. She has volunteered at The Center and Four Mile, working with youth ministries over the last 20 years.

Jen enjoys reading her Bible and growing more in love with the Lord every day. She considers it a service to keep His house clean for everyone at Four Mile. She can often be seen with her headphones on while she works, listening to praise music or audiobooks.

In her free time, Jen enjoys reading, gardening, and being outdoors. Hiking with her dog, riding her mountain bike and kayaking are some of her favorite activities.

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Jen Shuster

Facilities Manager & Kitchen Director

Facilities Director

Dean Speerhas

I was born and raised in Ohioville, Pennsylvania, and proudly served in the United States Coast Guard from 1979 to 1985. I’m a proud dad to two amazing kids—my daughter, 25, and my son, 21—both living in Virginia.

These days, I stay busy here at Four Mile Church, doing handiwork around the property or overseeing building and grounds projects. On Sunday mornings, I run the Take 30 crew, making delicious snacks while helping create a smooth, welcoming experience for everyone walking through the doors. I also help lead the Foodies ministry – cooking up fantastic meals for church events and making sure no one leaves hungry!

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