OUR LEADERSHIP
MEET THE STAFF
BLAINE KEENE
Lead Pastor
JODIE KEENE
Facilites Manger
SOPHIE LOCKHART
Director of Worship & Communications
CHRIS BURNEKA
Director of Kids & Student Ministries
JANET NOBLE
Director of Connections & Administration
BLAINE & JODIE KEENE
Pastor & Facilities Manager
Blaine Keene
I love serving as the Lead Pastor of Journey Community Church! The best decision I ever made, after following Jesus, was to marry my high school sweetheart, Jodie. My highest calling and greatest blessing are being Jodie's husband and dad to our four children. I'm passionate about Jesus-centered, Spirit-empowered transformation in people, leaders, and the world.
Things I Love: Cheering on my kids, coaching/playing basketball, reading, running, hiking, and making people laugh.
Fun Fact: My oldest daughter has identified me as a "weirdo," which is one notch above plain "weird" and is characterized by long-term consistency in exhibiting weird behaviors. A kinder description might be that I love to enjoy life and have fun!
Contact Blaine: bkeene@discoverjourneycc.com
Jodie Keene
I serve our Journey family as the Facilities Manager, which means I clean and oversee the use of our building. I married an amazing "weirdo" that I met in the second grade (he also goes by "pastor" around here). I love being a mom to our four children and all the adventures that go along with it.
Things I love: Working out at Steadfast Cross Fit, doing home improvement projects, connecting with friends, cheering (loudly) at our kids’ games, baking, and cooking
Fun Fact: I might be the most un-stereotypical (whatever that means) pastor's wife you'll ever meet, but I promise I'll always be the real me.
Contact Jodie: jkeene@discoverjourneycc.com
CHRIS BURNEKA
Director of NextGen Kids & Crossroads Student Ministries
Chris Burneka
Hi, my name is Chris and I am the Director of NextGen Kids and Crossroads Student Ministries. I have an amazing wife and 3 crazy boys that fill my life with overflowing joy. I also love hunting, fishing, lifting weights, and reading. I am trying to learn to enjoy cardio so if you see me out and about running or biking - offer me a ride. I will probably take it :) Most of all, I have a love for Jesus and want to see everyone experience a life-altering relationship with the Lord.
…And seriously, if you see me running or biking please offer me a ride!
Contact Chris: cburneka@discoverjourneycc.com
JANET NOBLE
Director of Connections & Administration
Janet Noble
My name is Janet Noble and I’m the Director of Connections and Administration. I’m a mother of three and grandmother of five who loves Jesus and people. I’m an artist by profession and use that in every area of my life. When not spending time with my family or working, I love to paint, cook, and garden. My responsibilities on staff include day-to-day administrative tasks and lots of random projects that find their way to me. I love a challenge and I’m finding that here at Journey.
Contact Janet: jnoble@discoverjourneycc.com
SOPHIE LOCKHART
Director of Worship & Communications
Sophie Lockhart
Hello! My name is Sophie & I am the Director of Worship & Communications. I am a cat mom to my “sons,” Stereo and Sam, and a big fan of people, coffee shops, street tacos, & all things creative. My heart’s cry is to make disciples who make disciples by helping others encounter the healing power & redemptive love of Jesus Christ.
Contact Sophie: slockhart@discoverjourneycc.com
MEET THE ADMINISTRATIVE LEADERSHIP TEAM (ALT)
ALT CHAIR
JEFF WHEELBARGER
Lay Leader & ALT Chair
STAFF PARISH RELATIONS COMMITTEE
SUSIE HASKINS
SPRC - Chair
RENE KEENEY
SPRC
FINANCE TEAM
DON COMSTON
Finance Team - Treasurer
TAMMY CARLSON
Finance Team - Chair
ASHLEY HARRIS
Finance Team
TRUSTEES
LINDA BEACHY
Trustees - Chair
RANDY SPAIN
Trustee
MARK SAJDYK
Trustee
BOB HOSTETLER
SPRC
KEVIN DONOGHUE
Trustee