All Staff Members

Elders

NC Church Elders

(570) 759-9790

NC Church is an elder lead church. We promote the “Shepherd-Elder” model meaning our elders are not merely trustees or board members, but responsible for shepherding the congregation and work together to provide caring leadership and diligent oversight. We do have paid pastoral staff, however, all of the elders play a very important role that… Read More »

Rick DiLena

Senior Pastor

(570) 759-9790

Rick has been the senior pastor of NC Church since December 2007. He and his lovely wife, Amy, have four amazing kids. Rick has been in full time ministry since 2000. His passion is teaching God’s Word and believes that the Scriptures, ignited by the Holy Spirit, change lives. He likes to be comfortable when… Read More »

Jym Hopper

Youth & Children's Pastor

(570) 759-9790

Jym and Trish Hopper joined our team in January 2016. They grew up in this region and have raised three incredible kids. They have more than fifteen years experience working with young people and love teaching the Word of God. Trish also serves on the worship team playing keyboard and acoustic guitar. They both have… Read More »

Jim Thornton

Spiritual Care Pastor

(570) 759-9790

Jim joined our team in January 2020. He has more than 2 decades of professional counseling experience and nearly a decade of pastoral experience. Jim is our on-staff counsellor as well as our Life Group Director. He loves the Body of Christ and is passionate about helping people get connected in the local church.