History/Family

I grew up in Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey, where I was raised together with my two older brothers, Paul and Scott, by my wonderful parents, Glenn and Catrina Aspenberg. My father works and is co-owner of the family carpentry business (John A. Aspenberg & Sons). My mother works as the secretary for the company. God has blessed me with my wonderful wife, Misty. We met at a 20-something Bible Study, and got married a year and a half later on May 16, 2009. We currently have an amazing house and 2 wonderful daughters (Joie, born February, 2011 and Layla born May 15, 2013) and a son Judah. (Born on July 7, 2015)

Knowledge

I attended the Pilgrim Academy from kindergarten through 12th grade. After graduating from high school, I decided to attend Lancaster Bible College, in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, where I majored in Youth Ministry. During my four years at LBC, I had the wonderful opportunity to be an intern for four years in Lancaster County Bible Church’s Student Ministry. During my internship, I was mentored by Mike Harder (Senior High Pastor) and Jason Mitchell (Junior High Pastor), who not only mentored me, but gave me hands on experience as well. I have been the Director of Student Ministries here at Mission Point (formerly Calvary Bible Church) since September of 2003 and in 2016 was commissioned as Associate Pastor of Youth & Families and then on May 26th, 2019 I was appointed Senior Pastor after the retirement of Pastor James McCartney.

Favorites

I enjoy the outdoors, where I can go hiking, backpacking, camping, snowboarding and bike riding. Sports in general are a passion of mine that I enjoy playing together with teenagers and friends alike (soccer, basketball, football, hockey, tennis, and pretty much any sport that someone wants to play, I’ll play with them!).

2nd Birth

I was born and raised by my wonderful parents, who have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. As I was growing up, they taught me the Word of God and exemplified what they taught through their lifestyles. We went to church together every week, and they even enrolled me into a Christian school. I grew up knowing about the Bible and Jesus Christ, and I even thought that when I was a little kid I had accepted Jesus Christ to come and be the Lord and Savior of my life; but I was not sure, and my life style did not show it. It was not until I became a junior in high school that I took my relationship with Jesus Christ and made it real in my life. We had chapel every Monday at school, where we would have worship and a special speaker. That morning I was really questioning whether I had a relationship with God or not, and if I were to die that day would I be going to heaven or hell. So after chapel, I went to the men’s locker-room by myself, sat down, prayed, and asked Jesus to forgive me of my sins and to come and be my Savior and Lord of my life. That is when I believe my relationship with God truly began. Then, that summer of ’98, I went to the Creation Festivals in Pennsylvania and got baptized there.

Home Base

I was born in New York but quickly moved to South Jersey with my parents and sister. Growing up I attended Hamilton Twp schools and played sports throughout Atlantic County. My wife & I both graduated from Oakcrest high school in Mays landing. We currently live in Egg Harbor Twp. 

My Fam

I am married to the most amazing woman! Leah and I met while serving together in youth ministry at our church. I knew Leah was a keeper when our first date was cut short due to a hospital visit. Instead of the fancy dinner we had planned, we got to pray with a family at CHOP and get to know each other over Chick-fil-a. I knew I wanted to marry her and didn’t waste any time. I asked Leah to marry me while on a mission trip to Guatemala and she said YES! We got married May 1, 2010. God has blessed us with three incredible children: Jayden (9), Elleana (7), and Logan (4). 

My Story

In 1997, my family started to attend Trinity Baptist Church while I was in the 7th grade. The pastor led my parents to the Lord and I began to notice a change in their lives. After a few months of being dragged to church I heard the message of Jesus' love for me. I didn’t fully understand how my life was going to change but knew I wanted to accept the free gift of Jesus. During middle and high school, I became more active in the youth group and learned what it meant to follow Christ. My youth pastor, Steve Christiansen, played a vital role in my spiritual journey and I wanted to do the same for other young people. I decided to attend Boston Bible College where I studied Youth Ministry and Biblical Studies. I finished my degree at Liberty University. After graduating, I served several years as a youth pastor at Shore Fellowship Church. During that time, God called Leah & I to serve Him in missions. We have always been passionate about knowing God and making Him known. We spent five years serving Youth With A Mission (YWAM) in Orlando, FL. Throughout the years we had the privilege of ministering in India, Guatemala, Turkey, Cuba & Jordan. 

Things that make me happy

I love watching and playing sports. Golf with friends is how I like to recharge and get refreshed. My favorite thing to do is watch my kids do things they enjoy! They excel at soccer, basketball, baseball and gymnastics.

Home-base

Egg Harbor Twp, NJ I live in the house my Dad built and I was raised in. It is full of memories. Fun fact: many people have been baptized in my pool.

The Fam

I have an amazing son, Tommy Taylor. He is a Sophomore at Stockton State College. I also have an adorable dog Ollie, who is treated like one of my kids. My house is always filled with family and friends. I love when my house is full of love and laughter!

Where I’ve Punched The Clock

I am coming from the Atlantic City Rescue Mission where I was the Volunteer Coordinator. Before that I was: Director of Advancement at Atlantic Christian School, COO at East Coast Roofing, Director of Recreation in nursing homes and a preschool teacher.  In high school, I was a clown and the Easter Bunny at Storybook Land. I have a very diverse resume!

My Part Time Gig

I am a wedding / event planner on the side. I love to watch the grooms face when the bride is coming down the aisle. I also enjoy helping friends plan events to raise money for their mission trips or ministry or ministry.

I Love To

take road trips with Tommy and our friends, hang out with my family, cook and watch Gilmore Girls.

My walk

I was blessed to be raised by two faithful Christian parents and we attended Scullville Bible Church until I was in high school. I accepted Jesus into my heart at a very young age. My family was always very active in the church and lived life with our church family. Once I moved home from college I continued to be very active in church ministry. My early 20’s brought some ups and downs (more downs than ups) and it brought me to a place of a stronger commitment and knowledge that I can not do anything without Christ. I strive to show my son that our relationship with Christ is the most important thing and our service to him and to others is how we worship Him and show others His love. I truly believe that the strength of the church is rooted in the church family.

Life Motto

All for His glory.

Home-base

Marmora, NJ, Graduated from Wildwood Catholic High School and attended Stockton State College.

The Fam

Husband Jeff, kids (the subjects of my best pictures) – Megan ( married to Stephen and parents to my 6 of my beautiful grandchildren, living in Northern California), Katie (graduate of Montclair State, director for Starbound Talent Co. & married to Matt and parents to my newest grandson), Samantha (graduate of Towson University, married to Justin and employed by the City of Ocean City),

What I Want To Be When I Grow Up

A private detective and/or a published photographer.

Where I've Punched The Clock

Office manager for water treatment company, office manager for an elevator company, worked at a monogram store, waitress, owned my own cheesecake company, picked blueberries, sold fudge on the boardwalk, and catering. Currently have an Etsy shop (Katie Pie Designs) that funded Sam's college (thank you Jesus!) I will be beginning my 22nd year on staff at Mission Point in November 2021.

I Love To

Have fresh flowers on my tables, lunch with the "Cal Gals", have someone cook for me...anyone!

Where You Will Find Me

Etsy, Coffee dates with CalGals, Facetime with grandkids.

Take Me To

A parade, Lake Tahoe, Colorado in the summer, TJ Maxx

Twenty Five Years Ago

When we first came to Mission Point, then Calvary, we had our choice of seats!

Favorite Childhood Memories

Colorado vacations, my dad helping me learn to read, bike riding in the mountains in Massachusetts and riding right into a river (favorite memories??) playing dodge ball in the street in my neighborhood, shopping for my Easter bonnet.(ok I just gave away my age)

Thirty Five Years Ago

I made a decision that changed my eternity. I am so humbled that Christ would die on the cross for me.

“Amazing love, how could it be, that You my King would die for me?"

Home Base

I was born in Ocean City and have lived in the area my entire life. Living in South Jersey has always been a blessing - I can’t imagine living somewhere with perfect beach weather but no snow and vice-versa.

My Story

My amazing parents raised me in a very Biblically-sound way growing up, surrounding me with fellow believers and teaching me to be a light to others who may not be. Growing up as a teenager, I remember going to multiple camps hearing the same truths and sermons spoken to me, but they didn’t result in change in my life until I went through a trial in my early 20s. Through the sanctifying work of Jesus, I was given mercy by falling closer to Him, rather than away, and began to take my walk more seriously and sought to get filled with His truth.

Passions

In 2017 I graduated with a Bachelors in Applied Arts and Sciences in Organizational Leadership from Texas A&M University. My whole life I’ve loved the idea of inspiring and bringing out the best in others, and it’s something that I love continuing to learn about. I also have had a passion for both video and video editing since a very young age, and am always excited when I get the opportunity to use those gifts for the Kingdom of God. Other passions of mine include basketball, music, video games, Five Guys and Chick-Fil-A (chances are I’m hungry right now)

I am married to Betty and we have lived in Ocean City for the past eight years. We have been attending Mission Point Church for the past three years. We both trusted in Christ for the forgiveness of sins and the gift and assurance of eternal life with Him on January 17, 1987. Through these past decades our prayers have been to be sensitive and obedient to the Holy Spirit's leading and direction in our lives. As a family, we have served in short terms missions in Africa and Central America. I have also been involved in prison ministry for the past 30 years. In our previous churches we served in children's and youth ministry, finance, small groups and leadership. I look forward to being a part of Mission Point Church's role in impacting eternity.