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Frontline Church of God (formerly The Amanda Church of God), was established in 1988 by founder and Pastor Carl Noland as well as 12 charter members. Once meeting at the Amanda Firehouse and Clearport Community Center, Frontline now resides at the corner of State Route 22 and Amanda Northern Rd. In September of 1990, Chris Hildenbrand became the pastor. The Church was renamed Frontline Church of God in 1993. This name was chosen, not because of who we are, but what we aspire to be: on the frontlines of ministry.
Our History
The church first met at the Amanda Firehouse, but only for a short period of time. This newly formed congregation then began to worship in the Clearport Community Center. Then God performed a miracle and provided about 6 acres of land, along with a 30×70 ft long building, strategically located at the corner of St. Rt. 22 and Amanda Northern Rd. It was purchased for $60,000.
In September 1990, Chris Hildenbrand became the pastor and remains until the present. The Church was renamed “Frontline Church of God” in 1993. This name was chosen, not because of who we are, but what we aspire to be – on the frontlines of ministry. Ours is a church that believes we serve God by serving people. Our mission is to see ordinary people transformed by the power of God into extraordinary followers of Christ. In July 2002, the church moved into a new 10,200 ft multipurpose building that seats 300. A year later we began a preschool and after school program, which at the time, ran about 100 children.
Frontline Church of God offers a variety of ministries and various small groups. Our worship service is on Sunday mornings at 10:00 am. From 12 original members, God has greatly multiplied our numbers and our sphere of influence in the community. We continue to grow and we are blessed beyond measure. To God be the glory.
Senior Pastor
Chris Hildenbrand
As an Ordained Bishop in the Church of God, Pastor Chris Hildenbrand has served in various capacities since 1982. He became Senior Pastor of Frontline Church of God in 1990. Since that time, Frontline has been blessed with numerical growth and has seen much spiritual development as well. What once started as a group of 12 charter members has grown into a flourishing congregation.
Pastor Hildenbrand has been happily married to his wife, Sharon, since 1980, and they have two children and three grandchildren.
Meet the Team
Feel free to contact any of our team members for more information about their ministry.
Chris and Sharon Hildenbrand
Pastor Chris has served Frontline as Senior Pastor for 33 years. Sharon has taught Sunday School throughout those years. She is currently teaching the preschool class.
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Chris and Jenny Hegarty
Chris serves as the Associate Pastor at Frontline Church of God.
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Gary and Ann Sholl
Gary is an elder and the founder and director of the Amanda Community Garden. Ann is the director of Sunday School. She oversees curriculum. She is a retired teacher and dedicates her knowledge and skills to Frontline Church of God.
Chris and Crystal Ratliff
Chris and Crystal Ratliff are Youth Pastors. They have been married since 2010. They have 3 Children, Marshall, Adalyn, and Lawson. The Ratliff's enjoy farming and everything outside in God's beautiful creation.
Tim and Glenna Wile
Tim serves as an elder and the director of the Kairos Prison Ministry. Glenna served as the treasurer of the church for more than 30 years.
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Mel and Ofelia Acosta
Mel serves as an Elder of the church. Ofelia is the director of the Forgotten Children of the Philippines.
Jason and Jodie Hildenbrand
Jason is the worship leader at Frontline Church of God. Jason and Jodie both work with the youth and young adults. Jodie is the Director of Vacation Bible School and the annual Christmas Dinner Theater.
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Kevin Watson
Kevin serves as our new Financial Administrator. Pictured is Kevin with his family, Leah, Landon, and wife Angie.
Nick Philiopoulos
Nick is the Director of the Archery Program and missions to the Dominican Republic. He also teaches the middle school class in Children's Ministry.
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Jessi Johnson
Jessi is the lead teacher of the upper room kids! Jessi teaches our elementary kids ages kindergarten to 5th grade!
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Amy and Roy Johnson
Amy is the leader of the annual women’s conference. She also is the director of the annual Rock the Rink!
Elisha Hocking
Elisha serves as the director of sound and media.