Meet
Our Team
Lead Pastor
Allen Bonnell
Allen is married to the love of his life Robin. They have two children, Rachel and Noah, who are always ready to plan their next adventure. Oftentimes those adventures involve leading mission trips to share Jesus in other cultures. Allen and Robin began their ministry working with college students with InterVarsity Christian Fellowship. The passion to reach college students has never left them. Allen loves playing sports and games with family and friends.
Immanuel STAFF
CORBIN CAMPUS
Brent
Foley
Director of Ministries
Brent is married to Bethany and they have three children: Benjamin, Lola B., and Jack. He was once a high school history teacher and football coach and hates wearing shoes. Brent loves being outside, spending time with his family, and is rarely seen without a cup of coffee.
Dustin
Rife
Family Ministries Director
Dustin is married to Kristen and they have two children: Dylan and Dalton. He was once a Resident Director at Liberty University and is the founder of ManSkillMonday.com. He loves working on his 1986 Corvette and can remember your name based on the car you drive!
Scott
Cannon
Campus Pastor
He is originally from Georgia.
He and Shannon love to travel.
He answers to many names…but “PopPop” is his favorite!
Travis
Ammon
Life Groups Pastor
Travis serves as the Life Groups Pastor at our Corbin Campus. He and his family formerly served as missionaries in Poland, where they partnered with a local church there. Travis is married to Victoria, and they have two daughters, Logan and Grace.
Here are a few quick facts about Travis:
He grew 10 inches between freshman and sophomore years of high school.
He lived on UK’s campus during the 2012 National Basketball Championship.
He was the Blizzard master at Dairy Queen at age 16.
Jenni Lou
Jackson
IBCKids Director
Jenni Lou serves at the Corbin Campus where she directs the IBCKids ministry across our network. Jenni Lou is married to her all-star husband, Coach Brent Jackson, and they have four amazing children: Nancy Jane, Mary Hope, BJ, and Jack.
Here are a few quick facts about Jenni Lou:
📣 She’s a former all-star cheerleader who once performed in a New Year’s Day Parade in London, England.
🍎 She won Kentucky Teacher of the Year and had a big green road sign with her name on it as you drove into her hometown.
❤️ She LOVES a good story, music, and dancing. Oh! And hugs. Hugs are her favorite! 🤗
Crystal
Hurst
Dream Team Coordinator
Crystal is married to Jason and they have three children: Waylon, Wyatt, and Whitley Ella. She loves spending time with her family, drinking Coke Zero, and aspires to live on the lake. Crystal always has gum.
Brooke
Baptiste
Financial Secretary
Brooke serves at the Corbin Campus where she manages the finances and helps make mission trips happen across our entire network. She’s married to Kenly and she has been a part of Immanuel for the last 12 years.
🇭🇹 She lived in Haiti.
💬 She is currently learning Spanish.
⛰️She loves outdoor activities.
Austin
Terrell
99U Staff
Austin serves at our Corbin Campus. He works with students from middle school all the way up to college. He loves helping them take their next steps with Jesus. Austin was practically raised at Immanuel– His family started attending when he was just nine years old, and they’ve been here ever since.
Here are some quick facts about Austin:
🏃He loves to run.
⚖️He almost went to law school.
🥨His favorite food is soft pretzels.
Pam
Croley
Human Resource Director
Pam is married to Glen Croley. Their son, Garrett, has three daughters, Reese, Brooke, and Bailey. Their daughter, Jaline and her husband Greg have a daughter, Lynlee, and a son, Holdon. Pam loves co-leading a life group with Karen Brown. She also loves trying out new crafts and hobbies and traveling with Glen.
Jarred
Earnest
ASSOCIATE MINISTER
Jarred serves at our Corbin Campus where he orchestrates care and helps keep our ministries running smoothly. Jarred is married to Katie, and they have been part of Immanuel for the last 11 years.
Here are some quick facts about Jarred:
🌎 He and Katie went on a mission trip for their Honeymoon.
🥋 He is a black belt in Shotokan Karate.
☕ He is a coffee enthusiast.
Daniel
Reeves
Production Director
Daniel serves at our Corbin Campus and directs production across our network. He and his wife Haylie are proud parents to two boys: 4-year-old Asher and their newest arrival, Judah, who was born earlier this month.
Here are a few quick facts about Daniel:
🦅 He’s an Eagle Scout.
😼 He loves all things related to UK sports.
🎸 He can play 10+ instruments.
Iulia
Pataki
Facilities Manager
Iulia serves at our Corbin Campus where she leads the team to make sure our facilities are always safe, clean, and inviting. Iulia is originally from Romania and she has two children: Adrian and Leah.
Here are a few quick facts about Iulia:
💪 She is extremely competitive.
🗣️ She can speak multiple languages.
🇷🇴 She taught kids the English language in Romania.
Rachel
Bonnell
99u Staff
Rachel helps young people take their next steps with Jesus. Rachel has been a part of Immanuel since she was a young girl.
Here are some quick facts about Rachel:
💙 She’s a University of Kentucky alum (Go Cats! 😺).
🎥 She’s a movie buff.
🌋 She has hiked a volcano in Guatemala (just like Pastor Jon!)
James
Schweizer
James works out of the Corbin Campus, and he manages the church’s online presence. He was a part of the Williamsburg Campus throughout college until he moved up to Corbin in 2019. James and his wife Hannah met on an Immanuel mission trip to Brooklyn, New York.
Here are some quick facts about James:
🤡He can ride a unicycle.
⚽He played soccer in college.
☀️He’s originally from Florida.
Elizabeth
Campbell
Preschool Director
Elizabeth serves at our Corbin Campus where she points pre-schoolers to Jesus and helps them grow in their love for Him. She’s married to Pete and they have two children: Caleb and Caleigh.
Here are some quick facts about Elizabeth:
🏈 She’s originally from Ohio. (Go Browns!)
🐶She has a lot of pets.
🎶 She used to play the flute and piccolo.
Richmond CAMPUS
Jon
Barron
Campus Pastor
Pastor Jon serves at our Richmond Campus and has been part of our team since the campus launched in 2019. He’s married to Elaina, and they have two children, Lauren and Jack, along with a son-in-law, Daniel, and a granddaughter coming in September. Jon is a former missionary to Guatemala, a former UTEP football player, and a current coffee enthusiast.
Here are a few quick facts about Jon:
🇺🇸 He has been to all 50 states.
⛏ He was booed by 98,000 Tennessee Volunteer fans.
🐘 He has ridden Elephants in Thailand and climbed volcanoes in Guatemala.
Micah
Smith
99U Staff
Micah is a part of our 99U staff at the Richmond Campus. He started attending Immanuel when he was in college, and now he helps college students connect to the Gospel, community, and the mission of Jesus. Micah is married to Haley, and they have a son named Manning.
Here are some quick facts about Micah:
⚽He played soccer at the University of the Cumberlands.
🎷He used to play the saxophone.
🧊In his dream world, it would never get above 60 degrees outside.
Kendall
Richie
99U Staff
Kendall serves at our Richmond Campus. She’s been married to her husband Peyton since 2019, and they have a two-year-old daughter named Briar. Kendall and Peyton were students at the University of the Cumberlands, and they moved to Richmond to help plant the campus there after graduating.
Here are some quick facts about Kendall:
🍎 She has a degree in elementary education and taught kindergarten for two years.
🌊 She and her husband got married on the beach and still love spending time by the water.
🏡 She loves to host!
Westley
Metcalfe
Worship Leader
West leads worship at our Richmond Campus. He’s married to Jules and they have 3 children: Aiden, Titus, and Jude. He likes to spend his free time playing music and watching his kids play sports.
Here are a few quick facts about West:
🎲 He’s a board game enthusiast.
🎶 He was an honorable mention in the American Songwriting Competition.
📚 His favorite author is C.S. Lewis.
Miguel
Reis
99U Staff
Miguel serves at the Richmond Campus, where he helps connect the Gospel to college students and then helps those students take next steps with Jesus. Miguel is originally from Brazil, and he moved to the United States on a college soccer scholarship.
Here are some quick facts about Miguel:
📐 He has an engineering degree.
🏅He loves sports.
👨🍳He loves cooking for people.
WILLIAMSBURG
Stephen
Gadwah
Worship Pastor
Stephen leads worship and serves at our Williamsburg Campus. He is married to Hollie and they have four children: Emmanuel, Ellerie, Jovie, and Livie Kate.
Here are some quick facts about Stephen:
⚜️ He was born and raised in Louisville and roots for the UofL Cardinals.
🏈 He played football in high school.
🌶️ He’s a hot sauce connoisseur.
John
Owens
99U Staff
John is a part of our 99U staff at the Williamsburg Campus. He works with college students and helps them develop into the leaders that God has called them to be. John and his wife Cailee welcomed their daughter Mabry into the world just a few months ago.
Here are some quick facts about John:
🏹He’s a Florida State Seminoles fan.
🍨He loves Dairy Queen Blizzards (cookie dough, specifically).
🍁His high school mascot was “The Syrupmakers.”
Wyatt
Dickey
99U Staff
Wyatt serves college students at our Williamsburg Campus. He gave his life to Christ in college through Immanuel’s ministry, and now he helps students take their next steps with Jesus. Wyatt married Taylor last fall.
Here are a few quick facts about Wyatt:
🦞 He and Taylor are both from Maryland.
🥍 He played lacrosse at the University of the Cumberlands.
🏈 He and Taylor are both Ravens fans.
Caitlyn
Howell
99U Staff
Caitlyn serves at the Williamsburg Campus where she disciples college students and keep our ministries running smoothly.
Here are a few quick facts about Caitlyn:
🤧 She was briefly allergic to cinnamon.
🪴 She talks to her plants to help them grow.
💸 Trader Joe’s takes all her money.
