Sharon Stewart, our new Pastor, was the Director of Disciplemaking and Spiritual Growth for the Pittsburgh Presbytery for 6 1/2 years, is a Christian Educator and was an interim principal in Wilkinsburg, Pa.  Sharon graduated from seminary in June of 2012 and has a deep passion for the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

Sharon has been married to her husband, John, for 26 years. They have two daughters, Amanda, 23, and Alison, 20. They live in Jefferson Hills, PA.

Marla Kemmler lives in the South Hills in Brentwood Borough. She is married and has four boys. She is excited to be here as the interim Administrative Assistant.

Marla loves to share all her talents given to her by God to help anyone she can. She may be contacted at craftonup@yahoo.com.

Treva Rousseau has served as our Preschool Teacher since August 2011.  During the 2010-11 school year she was our Assistant Teacher. In August 2012, Treva took on the added responsibility of serving as the Youth Ministry Coordinator.

A resident of Crafton, she works as a music minister for several area churches and teaches voice and drama for local dance, elementary, and high schools.  Although the duties of motherhood fill most of her day, Treva also finds time to own a costume business, volunteer for school activities, renovate her house, and attend college full time. She may be contacted at craftonupyouth@yahoo.com.

Mark Gulden has served as Organist/Choir Director since August 2010.  Previously, he was the organist at Bethany Evangelical Lutheran Church in Dormont, where he continues to serve as the chairperson of the Evangelism Committee.

In addition to his love for music, he has owned and operated a small graphic design/marketing business on a full-time basis for over twenty years.  Mark resides in Dormont with his wife Klair, his three sons, and their golden retriever.  Besides playing music, Mark's favorite pastime is composing and arranging music.

Barbara Miller started as our Community Nurse in May 2009.  She previously worked as a registered nurse in the emergency room of Passavant Hospital.  She serves as the volunteer coordinator for the health ministry of the Assumption, Sacred Heart, and St. Mary Roman Catholic Churches.  Barb also worked as a registered nurse for the Hope Hospice.

She is a graduate of the West Penn Hospital Nursing School, and has done continuing education through the Community College of Allegheny County.  Barb is married to David, and they have five children and five grandchildren.  She enjoys sewing, quilting, & gardening.  Barb may be contacted at craftonup@yahoo.com.

John Pettus joined our staff in January 2013. He has a Bachelor Of Science degree in Art Education from the University of Penn State. He was awarded the teacher of the year in 2002 and 2003 by the Manchester Academic Charter School. His mentors are his parents, Allen and Mary Pettus.

John is a cooperative team worker. He believes if you carry God in your heart you will make a positive difference in the lives of everyone you touch, no matter where you go.