A little about us…
Jeff grew up in northern New Jersey and studied Marketing at Miami University (OH), where his life was redirected by God through the ministry of Cru. He joined Cru staff, met his wife Mary, and spent 23 years with the ministry, including seven years as a missionary in Bulgaria. After earning an MDiv from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, Jeff served as Cru’s Mid-Atlantic Regional Director before becoming lead pastor of Rock Creek Church (MD) in 2013.
In 2025, driven by his passion for developing leaders, Jeff intentionally transitioned out of his role as lead pastor, stepping into a part-time teaching pastor position. This strategic move created space for him to invest more fully in equipping and supporting other ministry leaders through Gospel Anchored.
With over 25 years of leadership and coaching experience, Jeff has led multi-ethnic teams and churches and is a certified church consultant. He is passionate about helping ministry leaders navigate the complexities of leading others—and themselves.
Jeff is energized by sports, laughter, deep conversations, and boating on the Chesapeake Bay.
Originally from Arlington, VA, Mary earned a Social Work degree from James Madison University. She served with Cru for 23 years in various roles, including campus ministry and mentoring younger staff women. At church, she helped launch the Titus 2 ministry, which supports the elder team, mentors women, and encourages spiritual multiplication.
She loves coming alongside the wives of ministry leaders and giving feedback on church health assessments. Mary is known for her encouragement, wisdom, and attentive listening.
Her current hobbies include Les Mills workouts, baking, going to Broadway shows, and hosting monthly scrapbooking workshops. Mary loves opening her home for guests and spending time with her amazing husband of 34+ years, three children (plus two sons-in-law), and first grandchild Asher!