Meet The OCC Team

Our staff team is here to serve, support, and walk alongside you as you grow in your faith.

Each member brings unique gifts—but we’re united in one mission:
to lead people to Jesus, train them as devoted followers, and send them to impact the world.

We love what we do, and we love this church.
Get to know the team behind the scenes at OCC.

Pastor John & Beth Mulpas

If you’re new here or just browsing, I’d love to connect with you in person. Drop by and say hello at one of our Sunday services – there’s always room for one more in our church family. Looking forward to meeting you soon!

When I’m not at church, you might find me on the golf course (trying to improve my swing), watching sports, buried in a good book, or savoring a fresh cup of coffee. But nothing beats the time I get to spend with my amazing wife, Beth, and our three kids.

Elders

Lead Pastor

John Mulpas

Jim Bowers

Children's Minister / Facilities

Early Childhood Director

Tim VanSickle

Leadership

Director of Operations

John Mulpas

Jeremy Hull

Youth Minister

Technical Director

Youth & Children's Ministry

Pastoral Care Minister

Administrative Assistant

Administrative Assistant

Cleaning Services

Middle School Director

Cleaning Services

Christopher Harley

Korey Whitset

Staff

Russ Miller

Maintenance

Susan Stump

Tom Ledford

Administrative Assistant

Nathan Amstutz

Adam Leimeister

Tiffany Amstutz

Karen Ridenbaugh

Stephanie Smucker

Becky Jones

Brian Au

Patricia Beltz

Jared Reed

Feeling called to join the OCC team?

Learn more about job opportunities at Orrville Christian Church.

JOB OPPORTUNITIES

What We Believe

We believe that the Bible is the inspired word of God. It is the supreme source of truth for Christian beliefs and living, and the final authority for all matters of faith.
(Ps. 119:105; 2 Tim. 3:16; 2 Peter 1:19-21)
We believe that Jesus was God's only begotten Son, was born of a virgin, lived a sinless life, voluntarily died on the cross for our sins, and was bodily raised from the dead. He ascended into heaven and now sits at the right hand of the Father and acts as an intermediary on our behalf. One day, Jesus will return to earth and initiate the consummation of human history.
(John 1:1-18; Acts 2:22-41; Phil. 2:1-11)
We believe that human beings' central purpose for existence is to have a close and personal relationship with God. Originally created for that purpose, humans defied God, choosing to go their own independent way, and were thus alienated from God. This "Fall" took place at the beginning of human history, and all individuals since have suffered these consequences and are in need of God's forgiveness and mercy. A person can be forgiven by God and have that close, personal relationship restored by believing that Jesus is God's Son, repenting of sin, confessing that Jesus is Lord, and being immersed for the forgiveness of sins.
(John 3:16; Acts 2:38; 3:19; Rom. 6:23; 10:9; Eph. 2:8.9)
We believe the Lord's Supper or Communion should be practiced weekly, according to the example of the New Testament church. The purpose is threefold: to remind the church of Jesus' sacrifice, to proclaim Christ's death until He comes, and to promote honest self-examination within the church.
(Acts 2:46; 20:7; 1 Cor. 11:23-34)

We believe that there is one true God, the creator and ruler of the universe, who eternally exists in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
(Gen. 1:26-27; Ps. 90:2; Matt. 28:19;
John 1:1, 14; 1 Peter 1:2; Cor. 13:14)
We believe the Holy Spirit is equal with the Father and the Son of God. The Holy Spirit provides power to overcome sin, insight into Scripture, and personal directions in life. All believers are given the gift of the Holy Spirit at conversion, and through the Holy Spirit's presence and power are enabled to attain spiritual maturity in Christ. Through the Holy Spirit, each person in the body is given certain gifts to use in ministry.
(Lk. 11:13; John 16:13; Acts 1:8; Rom. 8:11)
We believe that everyone will live forever after they die. Where one spends eternity will depend on what they do with Jesus. For all humankind, there will be a resurrection into the spiritual world and a judgment that will determine each individual's fate. Because unbelievers have rejected Jesus, they will be separated from His presence for all eternity in hell. Believers will be received into heaven to be with God for all eternity.
(John 3:36; Rev. 20-22)
Orrville Christian Church is a non-denominational Christian church led by leaders from within its own congregation, not by an outside denominational office or headquarters. OCC is loosely affiliated with a fellowship of over 5,500 similar evangelical churches nationwide, called "Independent Christian Churches," which claims over 1.5 million members in the United States alone. Independent Christian Church is among the fastest-growing churches in the United States and, at different times, has combined its efforts to support church-planting organizations, cross-cultural missionaries, benevolent associations, and over 30 Christian Colleges and Seminaries.

Want to learn more about OCC? Join us for Starting Point.
At Starting Point, you can learn more about God, OCC,
and how you can connect with both.

STARTING POINT

What People Are
Saying About OCC

“…what first drew us in was the fact that they have plenty of kids and teens—something we really valued as a homeschooling family looking for fellowship. It quickly became our church home, and earlier this year both of my teens were baptized here after waiting a long time to find a place where they felt comfortable taking that step.”

-Elenor M.-

“Friendly people, lovely service.”

-S. Amstutz-

“I've been attending services for about 8 years now. If you are looking for a church family, this is the place for you.”

-C. Baker-

“Great church! Family friendly with great stuff for the kiddos. Great music, practical preaching, yummy coffee. :) Highly recommend!”

-J. Harley-