Elders

  • LEAD PASTOR

    JEFF MARTIN - JEFFMARTIN@DELAWAREGRACE.ORG

    Jeff Martin serves as the Lead Pastor at Grace. He is married to Sherry, and they have 2 sons and 3 grandchildren. They have been serving in ministry for 25 years in a variety of ministry roles and have been at Delaware Grace for the last 5 years. He enjoys watching OSU sports and being involved in men’s groups and music. He serves on the preaching team here at Grace.

  • Elder Moderator, Elder of DG Students, Finance

    Justin Mack - students@delawaregrace.org

    Justin is employed by Larson Design Group.

    He is married to Amanda and they are the parents of Logan, Riley, Addy and Jeremiah.

    Justin has attended Delaware Grace for over 20 years, and is active in leading the Youth Group ministry and is currently the Elder Moderator.


  • ELDER OF Grace Kids

    JEFF EDLER  - GRACEKIDS@DELAWAREGRACE.ORG

    Jeff serves as an Elder at Delaware Grace. He grew up in Dublin, Ohio and after his father passed away his mother, sister, and Jeff moved to Delaware, Ohio. A Delaware Hayes graduate then later received his Bachelor of Science in Business Degree from University of Phoenix. Married to Brenda since 1979 has two children Brandon and Jackie. Jeff and Brenda are enjoying their two grandchildren, bicycling, walking, friends, and volunteering with Grace children ministries. 

  • Elder of Life Groups

    Josh Weiser - lifegroups@delawaregrace.org

    Josh Weiser serves as an elder at Delaware Grace. He grew up in Kilbourne and has attended Delaware Grace since he was a teenager.  Josh studied Computer Science Engineering at Ohio State University & earned a Master of Arts in Ministry from Grace College and Seminary.  Josh met his wife, Beth, at OSU, & since being married in 2002, they have joyfully welcomed their son, Noah, and their daughter, Catie.  He enjoys reading, nature, and family. He serves on the preaching team here at Grace.

  • Elder of 5th Sunday, Men's Ministry

    Jason Desjardins - mensministry@delawaregrace.org

    Jason DesJardins is one of our elders. He is a lifelong resident of Delaware, Ohio. He met his wife, Cindy, in 1997 and started attending our church then with her and her family. They married in 1998 and have 3 kids, Cole (2001), Apryl (2003) and Allyson (2005). He most recently went back to school in 2013 at The Ohio State University for his bachelor's degree in electrical and computer engineering, finishing in 2019. He has enjoyed sports throughout his life, still playing softball, and recently picking up disc golf. He also enjoys building projects like home repairs and small remodels.

  • Elder of Prayer Team

    Jamie Kridler - PRAYFORME@DELAWAREGRACE.ORG

    Jamie serves on the Prayer Team, and as an Elder. Jamie and his wife, Karen, grew up approximately 50 miles northeast of Pittsburgh, PA. Their latest move brought them to Delaware approximately 25 years ago. They have a daughter Kimberly, a son Jaison, and two grandchildren, Austin and Ciara. Jamie has recently retired after 42 years in the explosives industry. He and Karen enjoy motorcycles, hiking, and kayaking. He serves on the preaching team here at Grace.