Staff

	Ty Cross, Lead Pastor Pastor Ty has been in ministry since 1982 first as a youth pastor in Daytona Beach, Fl until now serving as lead pastor of Fellowship Bible Church. Ty completed his Bachelor’s Degree in Biblical Studies in 1981 from Abilene Christian University and his Master’s Degree from Drake University in 1992. Ty served as the Young Adult Pastor at Olathe Bible Church beginning in 1996 as well as helping to oversee the Missions Ministry from 2001-2003. He has been the campus pastor at FBC since its start in September of 2003. Ty has been married to his wife, Lisa, since May 23, 1981 and they have two wonderful children, Matthew and Rebecca. His hobbies include golf, running, golf, reading and more golf!
	Ben Neufeld, Music Pastor/Youth Pastor Ben is first a husband to one and a father to almost three. He loves hanging out with his kids, Asher and Cole, because they still think he’s the strongest, fastest and most fun person in the world. His wife, Ingrid, knows better but loves him anyways. Ben and his family moved from Canada to Gardner KS in January of 2005 to take on the role of Music and Worship Minister. Ben has grown up with music, has been leading music and worship for twelve years, and has a passion to see people in love with Christ. In Canada Ben worked with Youth for about 6 yrs and in September of 2006 took over the Youth Minister position. Ben enjoys working with teenagers and is excited to help them find their purpose in God. When Ben has some free time he enjoys hiking, snowboarding, guitar playing, disc golf and long walks on the beach…but not too long.
	Pat Miller, Children’s Minister Pat is married to Sandy and they have 5 grown married children with 5 grandchildren. He enjoys camping, canoeing and flower gardening with Sandy. Pat has been serving children and families for the past 30 plus years through Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts and Children’s Ministry. He said, “I’m excited seeing what God is doing at Fellowship Bible Church with the families and children that attend, I’ve been looking forward to seeing what we can do for the Gardner and surrounding communities, and I’m very thankful that I can be a part of it!”
	Sarah Wonnell, Ministry Assistant Sarah is married to Rob, with their first baby expected in January 2007. She has been a part of the OBC/FBC family for 13 years, and has enjoyed being part of the staff since 2000. Sarah graduated from Focus on the Family Institute and Kansas State University, with a degree in Family Studies and Human Development. She enjoys traveling the world with Rob, and spending lots of time with her two sisters. Interests include: The Trinity, the color Blue, strawberry shortcake, frugal living, spring flowers and farmers markets, hula hooping, Oswald Chambers, Kansas, camping & hiking, snowboarding, seashell hunting, Waterdeep & tubas.
	Suzi Costlow, Preschool Director Suzi is happily married to Randy and they are blessed with 3 young children (2 sons and a daughter). She became part of OBC/FBC in February 2002. She is a homeschooling mom who enjoys gardening and crafts in her spare time. She is excited to be a part of the spiritual growth of the young children at Fellowship Bible Church. Jesus said, "Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these." -Matthew 19:14.