Pastor Justin has served as a pastor at New Life Christian Center in Celina, Ohio, since 2010. A primary focus of his ministry is to help people to discover their purpose in life. He attended Destiny School of Ministry from 2005-2007, earning his Bachelor’s Degree in Theology. In 2021, Justin completed his Master’s Degree in Biblical Studies. Since then, he serves in various ministries and helped in the creation of Release Time Bible Education locally where he currently serves as a director.

Head of Counseling Department + Dean of Students

Jerilyn has a background in Addiction Recovery, Worship Ministry, and Biblical Counseling. She earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Biblical Studies from Destiny School of Ministry. In addition to teaching at DSM, she facilitates small groups for women and provides mentoring, education, and training for women’s small group leaders.

Tom has a Master’s Degree in Biblical Studies as well as a Master’s Degree in Middle Childhood Education. After serving in the Army for 6 years he was a public school teacher for 7 years. He now operates as a full time teacher through Kingdom Harvest Ministries teaching Celina High School students, as well as owning a home inspection business. His passion is teaching the future generation spiritual warfare and knowing their identity in Christ.

Head of Business Leadership Department

Jeff and Mary Monfort have been in the business industry for over 5 decades. Their impact is felt on a national scale as they have received numerous awards for their successes. As former McDonald’s owners, they have ministered to countless employees and customers with the Gospel. We are blessed to have them be apart of our team, as they prove valuable insight into workplace ministry and how to lead with the Lord at the center.

Dean of Students

Levi has a Bachelor’s Degree in Biblical Studies. He’s served in multiple ministries, mainly in the area of teen and youth ages. He also volunteers as a teacher for Kingdom Harvest Ministries in the local Parkway High School. As a graduate of Destiny School of Ministry, Levi has a heart to see lives changed and have believers come to a greater maturity in their faith and walk out what God has specifically called them to do.

Pastor Jason received his B.S. in Secondary Education from Bowling Green State University. After teaching for 7 years, Jason moved into full-time ministry in 2003. Since then, he has been one of the elders at New Life Christian Center and has walked in his apostolic gifting to create and serve in ministries over much of the country.

Head of Chaplaincy Program

Olivia has attended Destiny School of Ministry, is on the cusp of receiving her Bachelors in Biblical Studies, and will continue on to receive her Masters in Biblical counseling. She is also a full time high school teacher in Celina for Kingdom Harvest Ministries. Her most recent venture has launched a Christian salon and spa called ‘PS Beauty for Ashes’.