Meet our Pastors and Staff

Pastors John and Shanti Culbertson

Pastors John and Shanti

John and Shanti Culbertson, both alumni of Rhema Bible College, have been deeply involved in ministry work across the United States and internationally. They are blessed with two children, daughter, Emily and son, Ryan, who are actively involved in church ministry.

John, with his dynamic passion for sharing the profound truths of the Gospel, was appointed Lead Pastor of Hope City in September 2020. His messages often highlight the “almost too good to be true… but it is true” news of love and reconciliation. Shanti, in addition to her ministerial role, serves as the Administrative Director, overseeing various operational aspects of the ministry.

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Dale & Dana Culbertson

Dale was ordained a Baptist minister in 1973; by 1977, he and other church members were baptized in the Holy Spirit and the decision was made to form the non-denominational Gethsemane Temple. Born again from a young age, she received the baptism of the Holy Spirit in 1977.  Today, they minister to other pastors in the five-fold position of apostles. They desire is to see people discover and live out their God-created purpose and place in His Body.

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Family Pastors Mark & Nancy Gerner

Pastor Mark has been on the ministry’s staff since 1984; he and his wife Nancy served youth for nearly 40 years, serving as the church’s Youth Pastors from the mid-1990s through 2016. Still with a pastoral heart, he now serves as Hope City’s Family Pastor as well as the Administrative Director.

Skylar Denton Youth Leader

Skylar Denton Youth Leader

A native of Evansville’s Jacobsville neighborhood, Skylar Denton’s faith journey began in his teenage years with Hope City’s youth group. Today, as Hope City’s Youth Leader and in-house media director, he infuses his passion for Christ into all aspect of his work, shaping the spiritual journey of the younger generation.

Currently enrolled in Impact University Christian College, Skylar is deepening his knowledge and skills, preparing to lead Gen-Z towards a brighter, faith-filled future. His enthusiasm for nurturing young believers is a testament to his dedication and vision for the church’s youth.

Jarod and Kelly Fehrenbacher

Kelly Fehrenbacher Community Liaison

As a teenager, Kelly began volunteering at the Evansville Rescue Mission. Now, 20 years later, she’s a veteran of change, having led over 70 teams in 39 countries. Her expertise spans across sustainable resources in third-world conditions, neighborhood transformation, microenterprise, crisis care and response, and leadership. With each endeavor, she strives to make a positive impact and inspire others to realize their potential.

Kelly and her husband Jarod, along with their children, contribute greatly to Hope City in many areas. They are deeply committed to loving and serving their community, creating positive change in the lives of those they touch.

Hope City Board

Bethany Muensterman

Bethany Muensterman

Scott McVey

Scott McVey

Staci Krueger

Staci Krueger

Paul Mattingly

Paul Mattingly

Ron Yates

Ron Yates

If you would like to meet our Pastors you can contact us by phone at 812-422-1902 or through our contact form (Click Here). Better yet, stop by for a service or small group. We are located at 1001 N Main St, Evansville, IN 47711. We would love to see you.