purple door leadership
Our staff is of one heart, one mind, and one vision - to reach our world for Jesus. If you have any questions for any of our staff, feel free to reach out and email them or call our church office to speak with them. You can contact the church office at 614/875-5612 or email: communications@gcumc.org.
Rev. dr. BRIAN JONES
Lead Pastor
Brian has served churches on Ohio for over 30 years. He graduated from Asbury University and Asbury Seminary before returning to Asbury Seminary to complete his Doctor of Ministry in Biblical preaching.
He and his wife, Kelly, met in his first year of ministry and now have three children and 4 grandchildren, all living in central Ohio. He is excited to see all God is planning for the Purple Door Church as we continue in ministry together.
Brandi and her husband, Bo, met in ceramics class in high
school and they have three children, Liam, Jonah, and Eva. Her
family loves making memories together and serving the church as a family. Brandi enjoys worship music, Bible
journaling, taking pictures and painting. Mostly she enjoys
new adventures with her children.
Lizzy and Sammy are a Mexican couple who are called to serve
the Lord with all they have. They have been married for almost 3 years and have one young son, Samuel Eli. Her family loves to worship God and serve him
with all they heart. Even though all their family members are in Mexico, God has
blessed them with a family in Jesus Christ called the church where they enjoy having
new adventures. Lizzy loves to meet new people, learn new things, have adventures and live by faith knowing that ANYTHING can be possible
if we believe. Read More
nichole amicucci
church administrator
Nichole Amicucci began serving as the Church Administrator in May, 2023. She felt called to this ministry after serving in healthcare for 18 years as an emergency room nurse and nurse practitioner.
She met her now husband, Nick, while working together in the ER at Grant. He offered her his coat and the rest is history! They have three children, Rocco, Sophia and Niko, and make their home in Grove City. Much of their time is spent at the soccer fields and enjoying all the activities that come with a busy family!
They are passionate about supporting their community in many ways and believe that it’s everyone’s job to make the world a better place and share Jesus’ love!
traci wurschmidt
andrea nance
Finance/Administration
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Kelli Newhouse
Pastors' Administrative Assistant
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