Penn and Heather Clark
General Oversight
Originally from Canada, the Clarks moved to Penn Yan with the vision of seeing a Spirit-filled church flourish in the area. It is their continued heart to see revival and hope brought to each home. They love traveling abroad, taking in the view of Keuka Lake from their deck, and spending time with their grandchildren.
Nelson and Amy Miller
Pastoral Care
When the Millers came for our Discipleship Program, they had no idea God would call them to this area or into pastoral ministry. Years later, they have continued to walk in obedience and serve this region. Nelson and Amy are passionate about seeing families restored and hope brought to every situation. They are enjoying this season of raising their family of four.
Phil and LaReta Riehl
Business Pastor
As a young family, the Riehls envisioned a life-giving church to raise their family in. Over the years, this dream has been fulfilled and the Riehls continue to serve this area in both ministry and business. They love creating a safe atmosphere where people are loved and cared for. They also love drinking good coffee and hanging out with their adult children.
Austin and Stephanie Lapp
Worship Pastor
Austin, along with his wife Stephanie, is passionate about serving in the community through worship and building a strong, Christ-centered family. Born and raised in the Finger Lakes, Austin's love for this region runs deep and his connections as a realtor are many. Austin loves helping people reach their full potential and works tirelessly with our worship teams. The Lapps love their adorable daughters, Summer and Elsie.
Jesse and Keren Lapp
Youth Pastor
Youth Pastor
Both born and raised in the Finger Lakes, Jesse and Keren are rooted in this region and love to see youth encounter God and live life to the fullest. They live in Penn Yan, and operate several businesses. You can often find them paddleboarding or taking walks together. Jesse enjoys any outdoor adventure such as hunting and camping, and Keren loves spending quality time with friends and family. They have a deep desire to lead their community and youth into furthering God's Kingdom. Also, fun fact: Jesse and Austin(Worship Pastor) are brothers!
Jeff and Karen Martello
Pastor
WellSpring Hammondsport
WellSpring Hammondsport
Jeff and Karen have a passion to see people transformed by the power and love of God. They both have a heart for family and community in the beautiful Finger Lakes. They enjoy the outdoors and spending time with their five children Luke, Lily, Levi, Leah and Lori. Their desire is to encourage and equip others to live a life of fullness in Jesus Christ and to help raise up a generation throughout the earth whose lives have been transformed through the power of the Holy Spirit.
Jared and Hannah Wigden
Pastoral Team
Church Administrator
Church Administrator
Jared and Hannah along with their 3 children, have lived in Penn Yan for the last 8 years. One of their greatest joys is being able to raise their children in a life-giving community. They have a heart for ministering not only at WellSpring, but by traveling to other network churches and seeing lives transformed by the love of Jesus. Meaningful connection over a good cup of coffee is one of their favorite ways to open up their home to others.
Heidi and Nate Esh
Church Connections
There was a time that Heidi was the lone member of WellSpring's youth group! As the Riehl's daughter, Heidi grew up in our community and has had a passion for the local church from the start. Heidi, now married to Nate, still loves to see people and families transformed by the power of hope in Jesus. Heidi loves to lead worship, travel abroad, and chase Finger Lakes sunsets. Heidi and Nate together enjoy being involved in small business and recently added a new addition, their son, Luka.
Anthony & Sheila Riehl
Children's Pastor
Anthony and Sheila Riehl were both raised here in Penn Yan by families and churches that believed in the importance of both the Word and the Spirit. They enjoy spending time with their growing family out in nature; hunting, running and camping. As a young married couple they jumped in to pastor the children of Wellspring, as well as lead worship. They have a deep love for the local church and the church of the next generation, and believe that a heart of worship and a strong faith can be cultivated at a young age.
