Kevin Holt, Senior Pastor

Kevin is a native of Muncie, graduating from Burris High School, and Glad Tidings is his home church.  He has been the senior pastor of Glad Tidings since November of 1999. Prior to that, he pastored in Winchester (1989-1999) and Morocco (1985-1989).  He is married to Sheila and they have two grown children, Kyle and Kayla.  He received his B.A. from Central Bible College in Springfield, MO in 1985.  He also attended Anderson University School of Theology where he completed his Masters of Theological Studies in 2008, and his Doctor of Ministry degree in 2012.  He enjoys running, reading, and playing golf. 

Favorite verse: 2 Peter 1:3, “seeing that His divine power has granted to us everything pertaining to life and godliness…”

Ed Johnson, Administrator

Ed is from Muncie, and graduated from Muncie Southside high school and Ball State University. In addition to living in Muncie, he has also lived in Elkhart, Indianapolis, Evansville, and Cleveland. He spent 41 years in the insurance industry working for Liberty Mutual before joining the GT staff in 2012. Ed is married to Carolyn Johnson, and has two grown sons, Matthew (wife Lynzie), and Josh (wife Angel). He has three grandchildren, Jack, Katie, and Jason. Ed enjoys art and sports.

Favorite verse: Romans 8:31, 32 “What, then, shall we say in response to this? If God is for us, who can be against us? He who did not spare his own son, but gave him up for us all; how will he not also, along with him, graciously give us all things?”

Anna Feola, Director of Worship and Creative Arts

Anna has lived in six U.S. cities and two foreign countries.  She is a graduate of Word of Life Bible Center and Missions School in Uppsala, Sweden.   Anna joined the staff in February 2011 after serving at Phoenix First Assembly for 5½ years. Her ministry experience there included choir, keyboards, vocalist, worship leader, women’s ministry and teaching Sunday University. Anna’s hobbies include reading, composing music, and “crazy-dancing” with her girls when nobody is watching.  Anna and her husband, Anthony, have four beautiful daughters; Elise, Alivia, Emma, and Ariele.

Favorite Verse:  Psalm 42:8 “The Lord will command His lovingkindness in the daytime, and in the night His song shall be with me—a prayer to the God of my life.”

Josh Johnson, Student Ministries Pastor

Josh was born in Muncie, IN, has lived in Evansville, IN and Medina, OH,  and is a graduate of Medina Christian Academy. He received his B.A. in History from Akron University. He joined Glad Tidings’ staff in October 2010 as youth pastor and formerly served in Akron, OH for four years.  Josh is married to Angel who has her B.A. degree in Art Education. She is currently the Latchkey Director at Royerton Elementary. In March of 2012 they welcomed their first child, Jason. Josh enjoys paintball, sports, reading, and food. 

Favorite verse:  Psalm 103:2-5, “Bless the Lord, O my soul, and forget not all His benefits: Who forgives all your iniquities, who heals all your diseases, who redeems your life from destruction, who crowns you with lovingkindness and tender mercies, who satisfies your mouth with good things, so that your youth is renewed like the eagle’s."

Kyle Holt, Director of College and Small Group Ministries

Kyle was born in Rensselaer, IN but spent several years in Winchester before moving to Muncie.  He is a 2006 graduate of Southside High School and gained his B.A. degree in Biblical Literature & Christian Ministries from Indiana Wesleyan in 2008.  Kyle joined the church staff in July 2009 and he married Sara in the summer of 2010. Sara received her B.A. in Elementary Education from Ball State. She teaches fourth grade at Deerfield Elementary in Ridgeville.

Favorite verse:  Philippians 4:13, “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me."

Dan Vanderbilt, Children's Pastor

Dan grew up in Naperville, Illinois and graduated from Central Bible College with a bachelor's degree in Bible. He has served as a children's pastor for several years in Illinois, Maine, and most recently in Panama City, Florida. He joined the GT staff in the summer of 2012. Dan and his wife Nancy have three young children, Josiah, Caleb, and Emma. He likes to watch sports, especially football. His favorite hobby, however, is being a dad to his children.

Favorite Verse:  Jeremiah 29:11-13 “'For I know the plans I have for you,' declares the Lord, 'plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you a hope and a future. Then you will call on me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart.'”

Coleman Barlow, Senior Adult Pastor

Coleman is a native of Eaton, IN and attended Indiana University and Valley Forge Christian College in Pennsylvania. He joined Glad Tidings’ staff in July 2009.  Coleman and his late wife, Nancy, have a son, Mathew, wife Eva, two grandsons, and two great-granddaughters.  He has ministered for 55 years in several churches. He enjoys reading, Lionel trains, and model building. 

Favorite verse:  John 1:1-3, “In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.  He was in the beginning with God. All things were made through Him, and without Him nothing was made that was made."

Lori Ramsey, Senior Pastor's Assistant

Lori grew up in Muncie, graduated from Southside High School, and attended Ball State University.  She has been Pastor Kevin’s assistant since August 2004 and worked at Cowan Elementary School for eight years prior to joining Glad Tidings’ staff.  Lori is married to Reeder and they have three grown children, Nick, Brian, and Sara (husband Kyle).  Lori also has four-legged children, Princess Amelia, Lily, and Zoey Mable and enjoys fitness walking, reading, and singing on the church’s praise and worship team and in the choir. 

Favorite verse:  Psalm 139:1-5, “O LORD, You have searched me and know me. You know my sitting down and my rising up; You understand my thoughts afar off.  You comprehend my path and my lying down, and are acquainted with all my ways.  For there is not a word on my tongue, but behold, O LORD, You know it altogether.  You have hedged me behind and before, and laid Your hand upon me."

Paula Mangus, Director of Programming

Paula grew up in Gaston, IN, graduated from Wes-Del High School, attended Ball State University 1988-1990, and attended World Harvest Bible Institute 1993-1994.  She joined the church staff in August 2007 and has previously served as children’s ministry director and worked alongside her husband who has been youth pastor in Muncie and Martinsville, IN.  Paula and her husband, Bobby, have three daughters, Madisen, Kenadee, and Kaci. 

Favorite verse:  Philippians 4:8, “Finally, brethren, whatever things are true, whatever things are noble, whatever things are just, whatever things are pure, whatever things are lovely, whatever things are of good report, if there is any virtue and if there is anything praiseworthy-meditate on these things."

Maria French, Business Manager

Maria became a part of the staff in April 2011. She is from Westport, IN and graduated from South Decatur High school. She received her B.S. in English and Journalism education from Ball State University.  She taught high school English and journalism from 1996-2001, has volunteered with various church ministries for over 25 years, and is a certified Natural Health Professional and Herbal Specialist.  She and her husband, Charlie, have two sons, Aaron and Isaac. Maria enjoys gardening, photography, and spending time with family.

Favorite verse:  Philippians 4:6-7, “Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God, and the peace of God, which surpasses all understand will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus."

Pixie Boze, Receptionist

Pixie is from Indianapolis and graduated from Arlington High School.  She became a part of the staff in May 2010.  She has been involved with Feed the Hungry at Le Sea Ministries. She is married to Jeff and they have two daughters, Emily and Anna, and five grandchildren. 

Favorite verse:  Proverbs 3:5-6, “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths."