Our Leadership
Elders
Stan Mistak
Pastor
Stan came to OBBC as Pastor in June of 2015, after completing his studies at Southeastern Seminary in Wake Forest, NC. Prior to seminary, Stan served as an assistant pastor at Hamilton Hills Church in Fishers, IN.
Stan grew up a “military kid” (AKA “a military brat”) moving every two to four years as his father was stationed everywhere from Hawaii to Germany and many places in between. Stan is married to Michelle, and they have two sons. He enjoys running, playing the guitar, a good cup of coffee, and spending time with his family.
Harry Barr
Elder
Harry began serving as an Elder at OBBC in 2015 after serving as interim Pastor for 4 years. He has 24 years pastoral experience. He has been married to Fran since 1972 and has 3 children and 5 grand children. Harry has a wide variety of interests including- movies, history, reading, teaching the Bible, and jogging.
Rich Desmond
Elder
Rich began attending OBBC in 1976. Over a period of time, Rich and his wife Linda began to sense their need for the Savior. Eventually, they ended up accepting the Lord at the same time through different means. Shortly after that, they were baptized together and became members. They have been at OBBC ever since.
Rich began serving as an elder in 1984. In 2002, OBBC commissioned Rich as a missionary with Truckers Christian Chapel Ministries, which is a ministry to truckers through over 100 truck stop chapels strategically placed nationwide. In his spare time, Rich enjoys the Jersey Shore with his family, traveling anytime–anywhere, Barbecues, and (really) Hot Sauce!
Jesse Rivera
Elder
Jesse has been attending OBBC since 2006 and has served as an elder here since 2008. Before moving to East Brunswick, he served as the Pastor of Discipleship at First Baptist Church of Metuchen. Jesse is now retired– his work experience includes serving on the NJ judiciary, working as a Senior Training Technician, Operations Manager, Social Worker, and Hostage Negotiator! Jesse is married to his wife Norma. He enjoys bicycling on the many trails in this area, photography, and is our resident tech guy.
Deacons
Bruce Baker
Deacon
Peter Chase
Deacon
Terry Lucas
Deacon
Staff
Trudi LeFavour
Director of Music
Silvia Algaba
Secretary
Dale Roberts
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