Meet the team

Brian and Rebecca are both lifelong Acushnet residents where they live on a lake with their daughter Jolee, two dogs and pet duck Winston. They also have 2 adult children. Brian's idea of vacation is a beach and a book.  He loves hanging out with people, Dunkin' iced coffee (year-round), and playing games. He also recently began learning to fly.

Pastor Brian (PB) is Lead Pastor. His main focus is preaching and teaching. He works closely with the leadership team to make sure CFCNB is a place where God continues to change lives through authentic, Christ-centered community.  He is a licensed minister with the Assemblies of God.  He is a graduate of Adult and Teen Challenge (2008) where he received his first ministerial credentialing after a clear call to vocational ministry. Brian completed undergraduate studies at BCC and Global University. He holds teaching certifications in Apologetics and Biblical Counseling. He has a MA in Urban Ministry Leadership from Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary and is completing his Doctor of Ministry degree at Liberty University with a focus on Theology and Apologetics. He also serves as a chaplain with the New Bedford Police Department.

Rebecca co-leads the Children's Ministry, serves as a Youth Group Leader, and is part of the Worship Team. She earned her degree in Early Childhood Education. She holds MA State Certification as a Childcare Director and has over 25 years' experience working with children and youth, including operating her own Nursery School for over 10 years. Beckie enjoys spending time with family, working in the yard, paddle-boarding and game nights.  

*On November 19, 2023, Pastor Brian was left almost completely paralyzed with a very rare neurological condition called Guillain-Barré Syndrome. He went on to spend almost 6 months hospitalized. You can read about his journey by clicking below:

https://news.ag.org/en/articles/news/2024/12/faced-with-paralysis-and-death-pastor-encounters-the-goodness-of-god 

https://www.southcoasttoday.com/story/news/2025/02/05/pastor-perseveres-through-challenging-rare-neurological-disorder/78054115007/ 

Sam and Rachel are lifelong residents of New Bedford, where they live with their beautiful daughter Ellie. Sam loves fishing, Rachel and Jesus...but not in that order. He can usually be found in a kayak, jumping off of a cliff into the ocean or quoting Nacho Libre! In her spare time, Rachel has been known to sing like a Disney Princess. They love spending time together outside.

Sam is one of the Associate Pastors where he oversees Children, Youth and Young Adult Ministries. He is an ordained minister with the Assemblies of God and earned a BA in Biblical Studies and Pastoral Ministry from Northpoint Bible College, an MA in Old Testament from Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary where he is also completing a Th. M.

Sam and Rachel have both have a heart to see the gospel reach people of all ages. They often host young adults at their home. Rachel works full-time as a corporate accountant and also volunteers helping in the Children's Ministry.

Willy and Christina are New Bedford natives where they still reside along with their six children. They are a family known for homeschooling and fostering children. They continue to serve in various ministries here at CFCNB. They are both on staff and are part of the core leadership team. Willy serves as an Associate Pastor where he oversees outreach and volunteer ministries.  He also works as a hospital and outreach chaplain.  Pastor Willy is currently studying and pursuing credentials with the Assemblies of God.  

Christina is the Worship Leader and oversees all aspects of that ministry.   She also does graphics and social media. Together they help people by walking them through the church connection process.

Cathy works as an assistant to the pastors and also helps keep things running smoothly at CFCNB.   She is involved with the women's and hospitality ministries, and serves wherever she is needed.  She currently lives in Coventry, RI.  When she is not hanging with her Viking cats Thor and Odin, she lounges around listening to the smooth sounds of Exile.  

David Daniels, originally from upstate New York, relocated to Southeastern Massachusetts in late 2020 and married his wife Lauren in the spring of 2021. The following day, they were baptized at Christian Fellowship Center (CFCNB). Since then, they’ve welcomed daughters Ryleigh and Sophia and actively serve in various ways.

David is on staff as Pastoral Assistant and has a passion for addiction recovery ministry, informed by his own redemption through God’s grace. He also leads the RISE Recovery Support Center in New Bedford, leveraging his experiences to support others. He is furthering his academic studies as he pursues God’s calling in his life.

Emelia has served the church for the past ten years in various ways. Currently, she is the Worship Assistant, working closely with Christina to lead worship and help where needed. She also works as both a Children's Church Teacher and a Youth Group Leader. In October 2024, Emelia married her husband, Kendan. They live in Mattapoisett.

Emelia works as a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) at a pediatric clinic in Dartmouth, where she has the privilege of providing speech therapy services to children.
In her free time, she enjoys family game nights (with a touch of friendly competition), escape rooms, playing the ukulele, and treating herself to ice cream from Acushnet Creamery.
She is also the oldest daughter of Pastor Brian and Rebecca.