Deacon
Mr. Steve Carr
Steve
Carr is married (21 years) to his lovely wife Judy and is the
father of five grown children. Steve serves as a Deacon and
is one of our original-founding members. Steve is a member of
the
Pastoral Care Team, and is always looking for ways to exercise
his gift of getting people together. Whether for a home group
meeting, the Discovering God Series, Video Series, picnics,
summer baptisms in his pool, you name it; Steve always wants
to give
of himself in the service of others. Steve is known for his
gift of mercy and willingness to do almost anything at the drop
of
a hat to help someone in need.
Elder
Marketplace Ministries
Dennis DeMaria
Dennis DeMaria is married to his lovely wife, Debbie, of 15 years. He currently serves Heritage Church as Elder Marketplace Ministries. Dennis holds an MBA from the University Of Pennsylvania Wharton School Of Business. He has been inducted into Who’s Who in American Business 2001 to 2006, Who’s Who in America every year since 1991 and is a five time winner of the Philadelphia Top 100 Private Companies. Dennis is also a member of the Hall of Fame Private Companies in Philadelphia. He is one of only 25 that were inducted. Dennis also sits on the Board of Directors of various companies. His extensive experience and knowledge has helped many reach their goal to succeed in the business world.
Elder
Mr. Jim Pritts
Jim
Pritts is married (50 years) to his lovely wife Nancy and father
of four grown children. Jim serves as a Deacon and is well respected
for his input into many areas of ministry here at Heritage Church.
Although his traveling work schedule in recent times has made
it very difficult for him to be engaged in the ministry in a way
in which he would like; still, he looks for ways to contribute
to the ongoing work here at the church. His presence is valued
and his words of encouragement are always appreciated.
Deaconess
Miss Thelma Sanders
Thelma
Sanders serves as a Deaconess and is the overseer of the Pastoral Care Team
and Nursing Home Ministry. Thelma is one of the original-founding
members of Heritage
Church. She has a reputation as being a faithful intercessor, evangelist and
encourager. Many people seek her for prayer and counsel. As a former Black
Panther in that militant movement of the 70's, who could know that
she would eventually
become a very well respected and seasoned minister known both in the church
and also outside of the church for her extraordinary gift of mercy.
Deacon
Mr. Dave Walters
Dave
is married to wife Kathy and has three grown children. Dave has
served as a deacon for many years. Many people know of the miracle
working power of God through Dave's testimony. Dave has been
through numerous brain operations, cancer, radiation, and even
a death experience on the operating table. We are thankful for
Dave's example of being a true servant. He helps out around the
church in many ways and serves as our Intercessory Prayer Coordinator.
Licensed Minister
Mike Watson
Minister Michael W. Watson is married to his beautiful wife Debbie for 20 years. He has four grown children, 3 sons and one daughter, a son-in-law and four grandchildren. Michael, a Licensed Minister, has served Heritage Church faithfully for seventeen years. He is gifted in ministrying the Word of God. Minister Michael serves as Worship Leader with a desire to lead worshippers into the presence of the Lord. He has a heart for evangelism and serves in the Real Men Ministry as overseer of “Night Riders” which reaches out to the local community in prayer for the lost. Finally, Minister Michael is a gifted family therapist who counsels troubled youth, both professionally and spiritually. He holds a Masters in Human Services and is a Certified Registered Addictions Specialist.