Church Leadership
Meet our church leadership at Kerhonkson!

Lead Pastor
Shan Gao
Shan recently graduated from Drew Theological Seminary, is a certified candidate for ordained ministry in the Greater New Jersey Annual Conference and approved to be a licensed Local Pastor. She has studied theology and philosophy in Beijing, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and at Drew Theological School. She has master’s degrees in divinity, Theology, Christian Studies, and Philosophy. Her native language is Mandarin and is fluent in English. She brings forth a wealth of education, but more importantly, a deep fire burning passion for justice and human dignity for all walks of life.

Music Minister
Tetiana Cymbal
Tetiana has been a member of Kerhonkson Federated Church since 1987. Rev. Juanita Middlebrook was the Pastor of the church at that time, and she is grateful for her spiritual guidance, and love that has changed Tetiana's life forever. She gives recognition to George and Nancy Schwab, and Rev. Arlenet Dawber for their support and direction in her music ministry.
​God had a plan for Tetiana the day she walked into this church and the blessings continue to unfold! KFC has become such a vital part of her life, thanks to God!

Vice President
Milt O'Bryon
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