Say hello to the leadership team at New Providence Presbyterian Church. Have questions for the team? Contact us here.

Rev. Kimberly L. Merrill grew up in Mobile, AL and received her B.A. in Marketing from the University of South Alabama. After marriage and having a family of 5, God called both she and her husband to pack up the family and go to Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary in Austin, Texas where she received her Master of Divinity. She was ordained in 2006, and the adventure began. She has served several churches in Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and California. Kimberly completed her Interim Training at Pittsburgh Theological Seminary and is a Certified Transitional Pastor with ECO. She loves to worship God as well as encourage and equip pastors & churches. She takes delight in asking the question “Where is God in this?” As a Transitional Pastor, she enjoys helping churches discover who they are by looking at their past, embracing and dealing with their present and getting excited about their future in following Jesus Christ wherever He leads. 

Rev. Paul Merrill came to ministry as a second career. Starting as a Worship Leader in Mobile AL, then feeling the calling of God to formal ministry, he followed his wife to Seminary and received his MDiv at Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary in 2007 Texas. His first call was to New Church Development in Owasso OK, then to a Senior Pastor Position in Pennsylvania for seven years. Becoming a Covenant Partner in ECO helped to clarify his passion in ministry: Helping churches “Renovate” (finding God’s best), to serve His vision for the future. He has served in Newport RI, Sumter SC and most recently in Pleasanton, CA as their transitional pastor.  

Audrey Del Campo is a pastor, worship leader, songwriter and now author of her first book, “Wind and Waves.” She loves to minister through music and speaking the Word of God. She’s had the privilege of leading worship and speaking in churches across North and South America as well as Africa and has a heart for the Global Church. She hopes to inspire, encourage, and equip the Church to remain steadfast through the tempest by locking eyes with Jesus and learning to think outwardly and globally in their mission. She is fervently believing that a Christ awakening is coming for this generation! 

Christine is a native New Jerseyite who joined the staff in 1999. She loves working with children and especially loves sharing Jesus with them and watching them grow in their faith. Christine oversees all children's ministries from birth through 6th grade at NPPC.

Linda has been involved with music at NPPC in various capacities over the years and is excited to now serve as Director of Traditional Worship. Previously she directed the handbell choirs at Basking Ridge Presbyterian Church, and was Director of Music/Organist at Union Village United Methodist Church in Berkeley Heights/Warren. Linda pursued a graduate degree in Music Theory and Composition at the University of Maryland. Her goal at NPPC is to facilitate meaningful and memorable worship and provide opportunities for everyone to participate. 

Jennifer has been leading worship for over 25 years. She has a degree in music and has done additional graduate courses in vocal pedagogy. She is blessed to minister with her better half, Rich, who plays keys, guitar and bass. Jennifer loves to train and encourage worship team members, especially the younger generation.

Ellen began working at NPPC in 2016. Prior to joining the team, she worked in both corporate and non-profit finance and as a business analyst. She enjoys hiking, pickleball, kayaking and volunteering.

Lorie believes every child is unique and deserves a caring, inspiring, and engaging atmosphere in which to grow spiritually, emotionally, intellectually, and socially. As an educator, she wants to help students meet their fullest potential in these areas by providing a safe, loving and caring environment. Lorie believes a positive early childhood education is essential for creating successful life-long learners. She has been a teacher for over 20 years and a Director for the past 6 years. It has always been a passion of hers to watch children learn new things, especially capturing that moment in their faces!

Since 2000, Angela has been running our weekday playgroup program. She strives to make it a safe and happy environment for the children, as well as making the parents feel comfortable entrusting their little ones in her care.

Mitchell has been working full time at NPPC since 2023. His family has gone to NPPC since he was born in 1999. He enjoys connecting people together utilizing technology in various ways. He got his start in production at NPPC and is excited to introduce what he learned over the years to the next generation. He is also the proud father of Ammy the cat. 

Naomi has been involved with the High School Student Ministry for a couple of years before taking on the role of Student Ministry Assistant for both middle and high schoolers. She earned her Master of Divinity in Professional Chaplaincy before feeling the call to Student Ministry at NPPC. She is excited about working with the leaders to grow and disciple youth from New Providence and surrounding communities! When she's not working, she enjoys spending time with friends, family, and animals, and from time to time goes for long hikes and runs. 

Mike has been with NPPC for over 30 years. He coaches softball, loves spending time with his family, fishing and hiking. Mike says that he can take out your trash, reset your password, and change the temperature in the building...he does it all!

Dawn has been at NPPC since 2013. Outside of work, she enjoys spending quality time with her husband, family, and their crazy dog, Zonko.

Diane has been with NPPC since 2018 working for both the church and preschool as an administrative assistant. When not at work Diane enjoys spending time with her husband, daughter and their two canine companions, Dixie and Petunia.

Ann previously worked at the NPPC nursery school as Assistant Kindergarten teacher. She has lived in New Providence for 25 years and is married with two children.