In 1988, shortly after graduating from Oral Roberts University, Pastor Greg and Patti Simon joined the staff. They are passionate about what God is doing here at Valley! They have two wonderful daughters, Rosalyn and Kimberlyn. Greg recently completed his masters from ORU and enjoys Saints football and spending time with his girls. A powerful minister and educator, Patti actively serves as administrator of Valley Fellowship Christian Academy.
Pastor Carol Simon
Pastor Carol Simon came to Valley Fellowship with her late husband, Jerry, in January of 1984. They pastored as a team until his death in August of 1993 when she became co-pastor with her son, Greg. Carol was educated in Southern Baptist colleges and seminary. She served as a foreign missionary for over eight years, receiving the Baptism of the Holy Spirit in Uganda in 1971.
Pastors William and Elizabeth Umbarger
Youth Pastor William Umbarger came on staff in 1999, having previously worked with youth at a church in Fairborn, Ohio. Pastor Will is a graduate of Oral Roberts University, and has been in ministry to teens since 1993. He and his wife, Elizabeth, are the proud parents of Jacob Cole.