Rev. Kevin Howe serves as Executive Pastor, since 2014 engaging Harvard Avenue Christian Church with the greater community of Tulsa. He holds a Master of Divinity degree from Brite Divinity School in Fort Worth, and has been involved in a number of church communities (including churches in Texas, Florida, Idaho, Indiana, Georgia, and New Mexico). Kevin represents Harvard Avenue on many boards and leadership teams supporting our local partners, including his current term as board president of Just Hope. Passionate for mission and outreach, Kevin served as a missionary to Honduras through the Disciples church’s Global Ministries. Some of his favorite activities involve making music, mountaineering, playing sports, and traveling with his wife, Jodi. They are expecting their first child in January 2022!

Rev. Darlene Martinez has served as our Children’s Pastor at Harvard Avenue since May 2005. Darlene previously worked for Tulsa Public Schools as a Parent Educator. She brings invaluable skills and talents to this position and initiates great innovation in our children’s ministry. She and her husband David have two daughters, Amelia and Zoey. Darlene completed her Master of Divinity degree at Phillips Theological Seminary and was ordained in June 2015. In addition to her work in children and family ministries, Darlene has a great passion for Celtic wisdom and spirituality, and has studied in and leads the Labyrinth Companions ministry, based from Harvard Ave and serving the wider Tulsa faith community.

Colt Stubblefield, ourYouth Director since 2005, leads weekly gatherings, mission trips, ski trips, and retreats. Of the many aspects that make up Colt’s life, his love for the Lord, his love for his beautiful wife Jess and their children Liam, Emma Kate, and Ruby, and his love for creation are the most significant. They are also the parents to two very active German Shepherds, Leonidas and Solomon. Colt loves to surf, longboard, ski, kayak, and rocks anything that involves a Frisbee. (Basically anything outdoors that poses a challenge to his existence makes him come alive.) Colt’s door is always open; come discuss the amazing things God is doing in the lives of our youth here at HACC, or sign up to join in any of their many adventures

Nedean Guerin came to the staff of Harvard Avenue in February 2017 as Business and Finance Director, bringing years of accounting experience.  Nedean and her husband, Jim, were part of the HACC family decades ago where Nedean especially enjoyed theCraft Crowdwhen their two daughters were young. When not keeping track of church business needs, Nedean loves spending time with her grandchildren, and gives a great deal of time to rescue and foster animals.

Bud Hart is a member of our church and has extensive management experience. As our Facilities Manager, Bud will oversee the maintenance and care for our grounds and facilities. He will also be responsible for working directly with the groups – both within the congregation and from the community – who desire to use our building for their activities. I know that you welcome Bud with open arms. Bud’s kinda cool.

 

 

Kelly Ford joined the Harvard Avenue music team in January 2016. His work as Traditional Music Director encompasses the direction of music in our traditional worship service including creation of special music, congregational music development and direction of our chancel choir. Along with a Bachelor’s Degree in Sacred Music, Kelly brings a wealth of experience leading large church choirs in Tulsa and a number of special concerts and programs at local universities. Kelly sings professionally at corporate events, with recording groups, and in local bands and entertainment venues. Kelly and his wife Vickie have been married for 35 years and together have two sons, Dewey and Dillon.

Parker Ferrell is our our Modern Worship Leader. Parker has been involved in the Tulsa music scene since he was in high school, and has been in countless bands. Maybe you have even heard of Nightingale. He has a huge heart for worship, and encourages participation over performance. You can find Parker and his family here at 9:30 on Sunday morning for.

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.    Cathy Venable joined the Harvard Avenue music ministry team just as our worship style and gathering changed at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. Not just a local Tulsa favorite, but a nationally-known pianist, vocalist, conductor, and flutist, Cathy                                                       came home to Tulsa as Broadway touring companies went on hiatus in the spring of 2020 … and we’re so fortunate she chose to stay! Cathy is our Traditional Worship Accompanist, and also sings with our A Capella and chamber ensembles.

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Ashley Peasehas been part of the Harvard Avenue congregation and music ministry, singing in the Chancel Choir and as an occasional soloist. In December 2016, Ashley stepped in to the direct the children’s Christmas musical, and she’s been our Children’s Music Director ever since. Ashley assists in Children’s Ministries @ Harvard Ave in countless ways. When it’s time for music, Ashley and the children work together during their Sunday School hour and Parents Night Out events, preparing music for presentation in worship throughout the year. Ashley is joined by her husband Daniel and their son Ezra.

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