VISION + MISSION
ABCNJ MINISTRY TEAM
Our Ministry Team is dedicated to supporting and empowering the churches and pastors within the American Baptist Churches of New Jersey (ABCNJ). With a shared commitment to the gospel of Jesus Christ, our team provides guidance, resources, and collaborative opportunities to help local churches thrive in their mission and ministry. Together, we seek to build strong, healthy communities of faith that reach beyond the church walls, embracing the love of Christ and spreading His message of hope.
Rev. Miriam Méndez
Executive Minister Senior Regional Pastor
Rev. Eric Hoheisel
Associate Regional Pastor
Rev. Ruth Giraldo-Mangual
Associate Regional Pastor
Michael Jackson
Finance Director
Ashley Suazo
Executive Assistant/Communications Specialist
Rev. Dieudonné Merinvil
Haitian Ministries
Rev. Dr. Luciano Marquez
Latino Ministries
Rev. Dr. James Jackson
Transitional Ministries Specialist
Rev. Dr. Frank Reeder
Pastor to Pastor
Barbara Gierman
Food Service Manager and Registrar
Hilary Gierman
Camp Lebanon Site Manager
Monica Cano
Facilities Attendant