Young Christian Leaders Scholarship

Moriah Kenna

Lefferts Park Baptist Church - Brooklyn, NY

School/Community Involvement:
-Teen Worship Leader
-Leadership Team
-Christian Club
-Small Group Leader

Awards/Special Honors/Distinctions:
-Valedictorian
-National Merit Commended Student
-Teens Involved in Vocal Regional Finalist

GPA: 100.3

Pastor Leon Aguilera says "I have seen her grow and excel as a young Christian leader. Her motivation, integrity, and leadership all set her apart as one of the top few I have encountered in my 17 years in ministry.

Lindsay Malone

Calvary Chapel Old Bridge - Old Bridge, NJ

School/Community Involvement:
-Field Hockey Team
-Future Educators Association
-Bowery Mission
-Peer Leadership

Awards/Special Honors/Distinctions:
-National Honor Society
-Spanish Honor Society
-Most Valuable Buddy
-School Spirit Award
-Academics Award

Areas of Interest:
-Special Education

GPA: 4.0

Marissa Nadeau

Jacksonville Chapel - Lincoln Park, NJ

School/Community Involvement:
-Student Government Association

-Teen Leadership Council

-HOPE club
-Bible Club

-Key club

Awards/Special Honors/Distinctions:
-National Honor Society

-World Language Honor Society

-Social Studies Honor Society

-Summa Award

-High Honor Roll

Areas of Interest:
- Lawyer

GPA: 95



Rev. John Hackworth says “Marissa displays a grace and charm that is honoring to her parents and her Lord and Savior”

Zachary Webster

Highway Tabernacle - Philadelphia, PA

School/Community Involvement:
-Peer Counselor
-Varsity Soccer, Volleyball

Awards/Special Honors/Distinctions:
-Spanish National Honor Society
-Distinguished Honors
-Meritorious Honors

Areas of Interest:
-Engineer

GPA: 3.91

Reverend Otto Wegner says "Zachary was the star student and mastered the concepts thoroughly"

Achsah Chempola

Westchester Brethren Assembly - Elmsford, NY

School/Community Involvement:
-Elementary Tutor
-Wakefield Medical Center volunteer
-Academy of Health program
-Operation NET
-The Heart of Africa project


Awards/Special Honors/Distinctions:
-Valedictorian of class
-FFAWN recipient
-Principal's Honors

Areas of Interest:
Nurse

GPA: 3.6
Currently attending Eastern University

Pastor Sam Philip says "She has been an excellent role model for those seeking a more active and rewarding relationship with God. She is diligent, goal oriented and a meticulously hard worker."

Joseph Curry

Evangel Church of God - Lindenhurst, NY

School/Community Involvement:
-Volleyball Team
-Characters in Action
-Italian Club

Awards/Special Honors/Distinctions:
-NYS Business Marketing Honor Society
-National Honors Society
-Principal’s List
-Deans List
-Volleyball MVP

Areas of Interest:
Business Administration and Finance
GPA: 99.13

Rick Mullins says “He has a vibrant personality and is loved by those that come in contact with him. He has proven himself to be a faithful and dedicated young man of integrity.”

Roger Erdvig

Smithtown Gospel Tabernacle - Smithtown, NY

School/Community Involvement:
-Missions Team

-Varsity Wrestling Team

-Worship Team

-Tennis Team

Awards/Special Honors/Distinctions:
-National Honor Society

-Arista Math and Science Honors

-Art Honors Society

-Music Honors Society

Areas of Interest:
- Digital Media
Plans on attending Valley Forge Christian College in the fall


GPA: 91.68



Rev. Derek Prezzano says “Roger is a man of full character and integrity. Naturally gifted as a leader, he understands and operates in the principles of servant-leadership where he realizes his primary responsibility is to develop and grow people as he accomplishes his tasks.”

Hannah Padrnos

The Lighthouse Church - Cape May Court House, NJ

School/Community Involvement:
-Softball Team
-Young Life
-Student Council
-School Plays
-Worship Team

Awards/Special Honors/Distinctions:
-Principal’s Honor Roll
-Hugh O’brien Leadership Award
-Future Business Leaders of America
-KSPA State Winner (cutline writing)

Areas of Interest:
GPA: 4.0 (Hannah has received only one B+ her entire high school career...the rest being A’s & A+’s.)

Rev. Rudy P. Sheptock, Jr. says “Hannah is one of those rare individuals that leaves her positive imprint upon you in a mere matter of minutes. She dearly loves people and has a contagious and fervent enthusiasm that spills over in everything she does.”

Abigail Coyle

Sayre Woods Bible Church - Old Bridge Township, NJ

School/Community Involvement:
-Girls Bible Study
-Missions Trip
-Track & Field Team
-Cheerleading
-Neighbor Outreach

Awards/Special Honors/Distinctions:
-National Honor Society
-Christian Service Award
-Top two in class

GPA: 4.0

Areas of Interest:
Teacher
Attending Liberty University Fall 2012

Dr. Joseph Douglass says "She is dedicated to the Church and possesses impressive communication skills."

Sophia Joseph

Christ United Methodist Church - Piscataway, NJ

School/Community Involvement:
-Debate Team

-Basketball Team

-Track & Field

-Soccer Team

Awards/Special Honors/Distinctions:
-National Honor Society

-National Youth Leader Forum

-ACSI distinguished Christian student award

Areas of Interest:
- International Business
Has been accepted to Seton Hall University


GPA: 4.0



Donald Tabler says “Sophia is an intelligent articulate young lady and active member of our Church having served in youth, music, arts, drama, reader and missions.”

Minerva Kim

Central Presbyterian Church - Little Neck, NY

School/Community Involvement:
-Environmental Club

- Students Against Destructive Decisions Club

- Student Government Association

Awards/Special Honors/Distinctions:
-AP scholar with distinction

-President's Education Award

-Derounian Goodwill Memorial Award

-National Honor Society

-Deans List

Areas of Interest:
- Nutritionist

Attends Johns Hopkins University

GPA: 3.84


Pastor Mark Park says “Minerva’s leadership and organizational skills have been invaluable to our Church”

Alyssa Rea

St. John’s UMC - Turnersville, NJ

School/Community Involvement:
-Marching Band

-Regenerate Bible Club

-Fellowship of Christian Athletes

-Future Teachers of America

Awards/Special Honors/Distinctions:
-National Honor Society

-Best Colorguard

Areas of Interest:
- Occupational Therapy
Elizabethtown College


GPA: 99.8



Christopher Lawler says “Alyssa is so enthusiastic about her education. She was able to maintain good grades in challenging AP and Honors classes while continuing to participate in a variety of extracurricular activities."

Daniel Halek

Calvary Assembly of God - Union, NJ

February 2012 Scholarship Winner

Rev. Joshua Bechtel says "He has proven himself to be a faithful, trustworthy person. He is truly a servant and a leader."

Jessica Hoogerhyde

Faith Community Christian Reformed Church - Wyckoff, NJ

February 2012 Scholarship Winner


Pastor Dave Hayman says “Jess is kind, sweet, humble and loyal. She is competent and accomplishes all she does with excellence. She is hard working, likeable and is sought out by her peers.”

Rebecca Lawton

Calvary Baptist Church - Norwich, NJ

February 2012 Scholarship Winner

English teacher Laurel A. Carpenter says "She consistently gave her best effort in all of her classes and her teachers relied on her as a leadership example in the classroom"

Michael Petit

Our Lady of Mercy Church - Plainville, CT

February 2012 Scholarship Winner

Rev. John F. Brinsmade says "He is faithful in his responsibilities and quickly volunteers. He is especially helpful as a leader with the younger members of our Church."

Olafimihan Oresanya

RCCG The King's Court - Union, NJ

Awards/Special Honors/Distinctions:
- President's Honor List
- Essay/English Award

Areas of Interest:
- Electrical Engineer

Education
Union County College

Pastor Babs Odunsi says "Olafimihan's unwavering devotion to his community exemplifies his strong moral fiber and character.

Amy Pfuelb

First Baptist Church of Marilla - Marilla, NY

School/Community Involvement
- School Bible Club leader: one year
- Dorm Officer: one year

Awards/Special Honors/distinctions
- National Honor Society
- Academic Award
- Deans List
- Alpha Gamma Epsilon

Areas of Interest: Teacher
School: First Baptist College

Pastor Lawrence E. Walter says "I have observed that whatever she does she does wholeheartedly, diligently, seriously and for the Lord."

Josephine Selbeau

Christian Cultural Center - Brooklyn, NY

School/Community Involvement:
-Chorus/Drama
-C3 Ambassadors Mission team
-Student youth leader
-Interfaith Eagles Club
-Step Team

Awards/Special Honors/Distinctions:
-Somebody Cares America
-Ocean County Personnel & Guidance Association Award

Areas of Interest:
- Child/Teen Psychology

GPA: 86.31

Rev. Don Meckley says “Her integrity amongst her peers is as strong as ever. Teens in our youth group seek her out as she is a beacon of encouragement and hope.”

Martina Tucker

St. Bartholomew's Episcopal Church - Cherry Hill, NJ

School/Community Involvement:
- Drexel Bible Awareness Society: 2011
- Tennis Team: two years
- Track Team: four years
- African American Club: four years
- Pediatric Hospital volunteer: four years

Awards/Special Honors/Distinctions:
- Honor Roll: four years
- Cherry Hill Educational Foundation Honoree


Areas of Interest:
- Animation artist for Disney

Education:
Drexel University
GPA: 3.86

Rev. Peter T. Manzo says "She has served faithfully and responsibly as an acolyte of this church. She came on time when assigned and always knew what to do and when to do it."

Kelsey Barofski

Grace Community Church - Hope, NJ

School/Community Involvement:
- Soccer: four years
- Basketball: four years
- Worship Leader: one year
- Sunday School teacher: four years

Awards/Special Honors/Distinctions:
- National Honor Society: two years
- Dwight D. Eisenhower Leadership
- Spanish Award of Excellence
- Express time player of the week

Areas of Interest:
- Elementary School Teacher

Education
Arcadia University
GPA: 102.86

Rev. Rodger Smeall says "Kelsey is a multi-talented student athlete that has impeccable core values and is a natural leader."

Melissa Copella

First Baptist Church of Marilla - Attica, NY

School/Community Involvement:
- Puppet organizer: four years
- Sunday School teacher: three years
- Worship Team: four years
- Secretarial Assistant for school: four years

Awards/Special Honors/Distinctions:
- Honor Roll for four years

Areas of Interest:
- Teacher

Education
Baptist Bible College
GPA: 98.37

Pastor Michael Briggs says "she has proven to be a resourceful dedicated leader and holds a great sense of maturity in her character"

Criston Oates

Unity Baptist Tabernacle - Mount Vernon, NY

School/Community Involvement:
- Explorer's Club: three years
- H.S. Band
- Gospel Knights Choir
- Baseball team
- Westchester County Youth Council: three years
- Played on two worship albums as the bassist

Awards/Special Honors/Distinctions:
- National Honor Society: three years
- Outstanding Musician: one year
- W.I.S.E Internship Award: one year
- Academic Excellence & Community Leadership: one year

Areas of Interest:
- Sports Broadcaster

Education: University of Bridgeport
GPA: 3.051

Reverend Edward Mulraine says "Criston is a talented young man who exemplifies good character, morals and values."

Emily Rivera

West Hudson Christian Center - Hackensack, NJ

School/Community Involvement
- Worship Leader: two years
- President of Spanish Honor Society: three years
- Children's Director: six years

Awards/Special Honors/distinctions
- National Honor Society: one year
- Spanish Honor Society: three years

Areas of Interest: School Psychologist
GPA: 3.26

Rev. Elcana Jim Rovaggi says "She has proven to be an excellent follower of detailed instruction. Her optimistic attitude and positive outlook propel her very efficiently from a gifted follower to an efficient assistant and delegator."