The ministry of Northwood is led by elders and facilitated by deacons, but the ministry is done by the members of our church. Our staff help support this work on a daily basis.

Our Staff

Mitchell Cruit

Lead Pastor

Rory Dardich

Associate Pastor

Tricia Stalter

Office Manager

Elders

We believe God has given elders, also known as pastors, to his church for the good of his people. 

Elders are responsible for equipping the church for the work of ministry through teaching, shepherding, praying, and leading (Acts 6:1-6, Eph 4:12-16, 1 Peter 5:1-4). 

As such elders must be men, who exemplify Christlike character and are able to give instruction in sound doctrine and refute those who contradict it (Titus 1:6-9, 1 Timothy 3:1-7). Some of our elders serve on our staff team, while others serve as lay elders.

Mitchell Cruit

Staff Elder

Rory Dardich

Staff Elder

Daniel Ischer

Lay Elder

Art Noderer

Lay Elder

Deacons

We believe God has given deacons to his church for the good of his people. Deacons are responsible for serving the church by meeting tangible needs, promoting unity, supporting the ministry and leadership of the elders, and mobilizing the church to be engaged in ministry (Acts 6:1-7). 

As such, deacons must be men or women, who are exemplary in Christ-like character and the competency to fulfill the responsibilities of deacons, especially in promoting unity.

Neal Brown

Deacon of Member Care

Meet with a pastor

Meet us for coffee during the week. Bring your questions about faith, about Jesus, and about his Gospel and you will make some friends before you even attend on a Sunday.