OUR LEADERSHIP TEAM
Andrew Shearer
Lead Pastor
Pastor Shearer has been married since 1997 to his wife Sarah and has six children. He had the joy of growing up in Cedarville, Ohio and graduating with a Bachelor of Science in mechanical engineering at Cedarville University in 1994. He worked in the aerospace industry for 13 years at Boeing Satellite Systems in Los Angeles, California. While he was there, he attended The Master’s Seminary in Sun Valley and graduated in 2006. He has been in pastoral ministry since 2007, first in Aurora, Illinois and then in southern Ohio. He came to Maranatha Baptist in April 2016 and is thrilled to be part of the church family.
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​Pastor Shearer’s favorite verse is found in Joshua 1:8-9 which says, “This Book of the Law shall not depart from your mouth, but you shall meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do all that is written in it. For then you will make your way prosperous, and then you will have good success. Have not I commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Be not afraid, nor be dismayed, for the Lord you God is with you wherever you go.”
David Bout
Community Life Pastor
Pastor David has been married since 1992 to his wife Brenda and they have been blessed with 4 wonderful children (one who is already safe in the arms of Jesus), fantastic sons/daughter "in-laws," and 3 precious grandchildren. David grew up in Florida and graduated from Florida State University with a Bachelor of Science in Child Development and Family Relations. He attended Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and graduated with a master’s degree in Christian education. He has been in ministry for over 28 years working with students, families, and internationals. He has a heart for helping people fulfill their calling, walk with Christ, and reach the nations.
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​One of his favorite passages is found in Philippians 2:3-5: “Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves. Let each of you look not only to his own interests, but also to the interests of others. Have this mind among yourselves, which is yours in Christ Jesus”
Jon Krull
Worship Pastor
Pastor Jon has been married since 2005 to his wife Kristin and they have been blessed with two beautiful children. Jon grew up in Columbus, Ohio and graduated from Cedarville University with a Bachelor of Music Education, and a minor in Bible. He taught music for 10 years at Madison Christian School in Groveport, Ohio, and has been the worship leader at MBC since 2012. His passion is leading others to know and worship Christ through music!
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One of his favorite passages of Scripture is found in Philippians 3:7-11: "But whatever gain I had, I counted as loss for the sake of Christ. Indeed, I count everything as loss because of the surpassing worth of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord. For his sake I have suffered the loss of all things and count them as rubbish, in order that I may gain Christ and be found in him, not having a righteousness of my own that comes from the law, but that which comes through faith in Christ, the righteousness from God that depends on faith--that I may know him and the power of his resurrection, and may share his sufferings, becoming like him in his death, that by any means possible I may attain the resurrection of the dead."
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Todd Anderson
Todd has been worshipping at Maranatha since 1992, and has served as a deacon from 1999-2004, and from 2007-present. He is blessed with his wife Heather, 5 children, 3 daughters-in-law, and 2 grandchildren. Todd works for Meijer. He serves our church body as the financial secretary.
A passage of Scripture that encourages Todd is Proverbs 21:1 - “the King’s heart is like channels of water in the hand of the Lord, He turns it wherever He wishes.” Todd is thankful that God loves him enough to refine him, through earthly circumstances, to become more like Christ. God is working ALL things together for our good and for His glory.
Greg Bernard
Greg has been worshipping at Maranatha since 1986 and has served as a deacon off and on through those years. Currently he's served since 2012. He is blessed with his wife Connie, 6 children, and 9 grandchildren. Greg works for the City of Hilliard. He serves our church by overseeing the building and grounds. He and Connie are also a part of the marriage ministry at Maranatha.
A passage of Scripture that encourages Greg is Proverbs 3:5-6 which says, “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him and He will make straight your paths.” This passage helps Greg stay grounded in the Word of God and rely on the wisdom of God instead of his own wisdom.
Jason Everetts
Jason has been worshipping at Maranatha since 2003 and has served as a deacon since 2021. He and his wife Stacy were married in 2003 and have 2 children, Mary and Thomas. Jason works in the U.S. District Court as a staff attorney for a federal judge. He serves our church body by overseeing the children's ministry.
A passage of Scripture that encourages Jason is John 8:31-32 – “Jesus said to the Jews who had believed him, ‘If you abide in my word, you are truly my disciples, and you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.’” In a fallen world that is struggling with what is true, right, and just, we have a Heavenly Father who is Truth, Righteousness and Justice. He has lovingly revealed Himself in His Word that we might know Him and abide in Him.
Andy Hays
Andy has been worshipping at Maranatha since 2015 and has served as a deacon since 2019. He is blessed with his wife Erin and 4 children. Andy works for the City of Marysville as a Lieutenant Firefighter and Paramedic. Andy serves our church body by leading the outreach and men's basketball ministry.
A passage of Scripture that encourages Andy is Ephesians 2: 8-9 “For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith. And this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God, not by works, so that no one can boast.” Much of Andy’s life, he believed that he had to earn his salvation and right standing with God. This passage was one of the first to make clear to him that salvation is solely a gift from God and not about good works. He realized that this is possible only through the sacrifice of Jesus Christ on the cross.
Jesse Hill
Jesse Hill has been worshipping at Maranatha since 2016 and has served as deacon since 2019. He is blessed with his wife Stephanie and their five children. Jesse works for an area fire department and he and Stephanie operate a home remodeling company. Jesse serves our church by overseeing our facilities.
One of Jesse's favorite passages is Galatians 2:20 ("I am crucified with Christ. It is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me. And the life I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.") because it is a joyful reminder of how his sin debt was nailed to the cross and now the Spirit desires to live the life of Christ through him.
Jon Jennings
Jon has been worshiping at Maranatha since 1995 and has served as a deacon since 2020. He is blessed with his wife, Judi, 4 children, 2 daughters-in-law, 1 son-in-law and 7 grandkids. Jon works as a director of marketing at EWI. He serves our church body in the Community Outreach ministry.
A passage of Scripture that encourages Jon is 2 Corinthians 5:17 & 20, “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come…Therefore, we are ambassadors for Christ, God making his appeal through us…” These verses remind him that through Christ, he is a new creature, no longer bound to his past. He is now an ambassador of the God who saved him, and he needs to walk in a manner worthy of his calling.
Tim Jennings
Tim has been worshipping at Maranatha his entire life. He has been married to his wife, Melissa, for 7 years and they have three young children: Henry, Arthur, and Caroline. Tim works as a Technical Programs Analyst at NetJets Aviation. He serves as a sound technician with the sound and media team, as well as serving as a musician on the worship team.
A passage of scripture that encourages Tim is Philippians 4:6-7 which says, “do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” These verses are a comforting reminder that we are called to be grateful, even in difficult circumstances, and that we are granted peace with the confidence we have in God’s good plan for our lives.
Alex Kistler
Alex has been worshiping at Maranatha for his entire life and has been serving as deacon-elect since 2021. He works as a behavioral assistant at a public school. He serves our church body by helping lead the young adult’s group and assisting with the youth group.
A passage of scripture that encourages Alex is John 1:1-5 because it reminds him that Christ is not just his savior but also his creator and sustainer. He is our light and darkness cannot overcome him.
Keith Lyding
Keith has been worshiping at Maranatha since 2022 and is involved in various ministries, including connect groups, serving in the 2s and 3s ministry, men’s Bible study, and participating in AWANA. Keith is married to Katie, and they have three children: Zade, Cassidy, and Karis. Originally from Phoenix, AZ, Keith has a passion for ministry and a deep love for the church. He also enjoys coaching youth baseball.
One of his favorite verses is James 5:16 – “Therefore, confess your sins to one another, and pray for one another so that you may be healed. The effective prayer of a righteous man can accomplish much.” Such a great verse about the effectiveness of prayer and the deliverance from sin!
Jack MacKeverican
Jack has been worshipping at Maranatha since 1988 and has served as a deacon since 1990. He is blessed with his wife Grace, 5 children, and 13 grandchildren. Jack recently retired from Armstrong Flooring. He serves our church body as the vice chairman of the deacon board. He also oversees membership and is part of the missions committee. A passage of Scripture that encourages Jack is Jeremiah 29:11 which states “For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not harm you, plans to give you a hope and a future. Jack’s first wife was diagnosed with incurable cancer at age 29. God used this verse, His Word, and godly people to help him through this difficult time. After her death, Jack knew God had a plan for his future. Within a year, God drew Jack and his wife Grace together. They have been happily married for 37 years. God is good all the time!
Andy Manwiller
Andy has been worshipping at Maranatha since 2009 and first served as deacon in 2019. He is blessed with his wife, Angela, and four children: Caleb, Ethan, Nathan, and Joanna. Andy works at Nationwide Insurance as a Trainer. He serves our church body by overseeing the nursery and young marrieds' ministries.
A passage of Scripture that encourages Andy is Colossians 2:6, 7 which states "Therefore, as you received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk in Him, rooted and built up in Him and established in the faith, just as you were taught, abounding in thanksgiving." This is a reminder to live out the relationship with God that we have been graciously given. This is done by centering our lives around Him and being thankful in everything that God brings our way.
Larry Radcliff
Larry came to Columbus in 1984 so that he could teach math at Maranatha Christian School. He also taught at Columbus State. He and his wife, Joan - who met her Savior in 2020, have 2 daughters, June and Lisa. His hobbies are gardening, construction, and maintenance. He has served the church as an usher, a deacon, on the missions committee, and on the media team.
Proverbs 16:9 encourages him when he thinks about life’s challenges. It says, “The heart of man plans his way, but the Lord establishes his steps.” There are many events in his life that have illustrated this truth.
Mark Ruegsegger
Mark has been a member of Maranatha for 22 years with his wife, Nutan. They have two teenage children. Mark works on the OSU campus as an engineering faculty and has served as advisor for the International Friendship (IFI) student group for six years. Mark's family regularly hosts international students in their home, and coordinates events at church, OSU and home to make connections with these dear students. Mark was a Small Group leader for 10 years, and in recent years he has served as an AWANA helper, lobby security team member and Wee Worship leader.
A verse that encourages Mark is Psalm 19:14 "May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be pleasing in your sight, O Lord, my Rock and my Redeemer." This verse is a constant reminder of the goodness and mercy God shows us as our Redeemer and affirms Mark's daily desire to please God in all his thoughts, words and actions.
Peter Simons
Peter has been worshipping at Maranatha for 25 years and has served as a deacon for 6 years. He is blessed with his wife Noelle, and 6 children. Peter works as an investment manager. He serves our church body as the church treasurer and in the youth ministry.
A passage of Scripture that encourages Peter is Micah 6:8 “He has told you oh man what is good, and what does the Lord require of you but to do justice, and to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God?” The fact that we are able to have a relationship with the creator of the universe shows His amazing love for us. This verse encourages Peter in his walk with the Lord to humbly strive to know and love Him more.
Kyle Vesey
Kyle has attended Maranatha for the last 28 years. He has been married to his wife, Callie, for the last 3 years, with whom he enjoys serving in the Young Adults Ministry and the Youth Ministry. Kyle also enjoys serving our body in the music ministry, occasionally leading Connect Groups, and being active in the Young Adult Men’s Bible Study. He works as a Senior Revenue Analyst at Veeva Systems.
One of Kyle’s favorite passages of scripture is 1 Peter 1:6-7: “So be truly glad. There is wonderful joy ahead, even though you must endure many trials for a little while. These trials will show that your faith is genuine. It is being tested as fire tests and purifies gold—though your faith is far more precious than mere gold. So when your faith remains strong through many trials, it will bring you much praise and glory and honor on the day when Jesus Christ is revealed to the whole world.”
Tom Zentz
Tom and Kari have been members at Maranatha since 1984 when Tom started teaching at Maranatha Christian School. They were married in 1985, and Tom continued to teach even after they applied to serve the Lord as missionaries in 1990. Between 1995 – 2005 they ministered in Japan as church-planting missionaries with ABWE. Tom has served as a deacon from 1993 – 1995, and then from 2010 to present. They have been blessed with 6 children, 2 daughters-in-law, 1 son-in-law, and 7 grandchildren. Tom works as a financial advisor. He currently serves our church body as our missions deacon and church clerk. Tom and Kari are also Small Group leaders. As opportunities arise, Tom also leads Connect Groups.
Tom asks prayer for: wisdom in ministry to our church family as well as his own family, ongoing purity, a deepening love for Jesus, opportunities to share the Good News, wisdom in his discipling relationships, and that each member of their family follows Christ.