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Rev. Scott D. Brown
Senior Minister
Grace, mercy and peace to you! I am deeply grateful to serve God with the congregation of the Colts Neck Reformed Church. I have been Senior Pastor since 1999 and have lead responsibilities in the areas of preaching, vision casting, pastoral care, and administration. I also share in teaching Bible studies and utilizing my spiritual gifts of encouragement, faith and leadership. I reside in Colts Neck with my wife, Kay, and we have three adult children. For fun I like to play piano, listen to a variety of music, read, travel and root for the Mets!
I graduated from the State University of NY, Albany, in 1981 and New Brunswick Theological Seminary in 1985. Prior to being senior Minister, I served as Associate Pastor here at Colts Neck Reformed Church from 1985-1994 and as solo pastor at the Three Bridges (NJ) Reformed Church from 1994-1999. I have served the wider church as president of the Classis of New Brunswick, the local assembly of 28 Reformed Churches, and as president of the Regional Synod of Mid-Atlantics, the 150 Reformed Churches in New Jersey and eastern Pennsylvania.
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Rev. Gene Ryan
Family Life Minister
Hello Church Family! It is truly an honor to be here with you, in Colts Neck. I have served this church as the Family Life Minister since August of 2021. A few of my focus areas of ministry are youth group & programs, Sunday school, confirmation, young adult ministries, and worship leadership. I work closely with Scott, and the rest of the CNRC team, to minister faithfully to the community through gatherings & events, Bible studies, retreats, and pastoral care. I truly love to hear your stories and faith journeys, as well as preach, play games, and listen to the stories in Scripture. Outside of church, I live in Colts Neck with my wife, Marcy (who is also a minister). We love to take in movies, read good books, watch some sports, and enjoy some new experiences as they come up. And we always love to host people at our home!
I grew up in Fort Plain, NY (an hour west of Albany). After high school I went to Hope College in Holland, MI. Upon graduation I attended Western Theological Seminary in the same town. I was ordained by the Classis of Holland (MI) at Hope Church (RCA). Colts Neck Reformed Church is my first call, and for that I am so grateful. I look forward to getting to know you!
Staff
Colts Neck Reformed Church
Staff members are available in the church office at varying times, but there will always be someone to help. If you wish to be certain that a particular person is available, it is good to call ahead, and if possible, to schedule an appointment. Please don’t hesitate to use e-mail or voice mail; we want to help and assist as effectively as possible!
Rev. Scott D. Brown
Senior Minister & Head of Staff
732-462-4555 ext: 1110 revscottbrown@cnrc.church
Rev. Scott D. Brown
Senior Minister & Head of Staff
Senior Minister
Grace, mercy and peace to you! I am deeply grateful to serve God with the congregation of the Colts Neck Reformed Church. I have been Senior Pastor since 1999 and have lead responsibilities in the areas of preaching, vision casting, pastoral care, and administration. I also share in teaching Bible studies and utilizing my spiritual gifts of encouragement, faith and leadership. I reside in Colts Neck with my wife, Kay, and we have three adult children. For fun I like to play piano, listen to a variety of music, read, travel and root for the Mets!
I graduated from the State University of NY, Albany, in 1981 and New Brunswick Theological Seminary in 1985. Prior to being senior Minister, I served as Associate Pastor here at Colts Neck Reformed Church from 1985-1994 and as solo pastor at the Three Bridges (NJ) Reformed Church from 1994-1999. I have served the wider church as president of the Classis of New Brunswick, the local assembly of 28 Reformed Churches, and as president of the Regional Synod of Mid-Atlantics, the 150 Reformed Churches in New Jersey and eastern Pennsylvania.
732-462-4555 ext: 1110
revscottbrown@cnrc.church
Rev. Gene Ryan
Family Life Minister
Family Life Minister
Hello Church Family! It is truly an honor to be here with you, in Colts Neck. I have served this church as the Family Life Minister since August of 2021. A few of my focus areas of ministry are youth group & programs, Sunday school, confirmation, young adult ministries, and worship leadership. I work closely with Scott, and the rest of the CNRC team, to minister faithfully to the community through gatherings & events, Bible studies, retreats, and pastoral care. I truly love to hear your stories and faith journeys, as well as preach, play games, and listen to the stories in Scripture. Outside of church, I live in Colts Neck with my wife, Marcy (who is also a minister). We love to take in movies, read good books, watch some sports, and enjoy some new experiences as they come up. And we always love to host people at our home!
I grew up in Fort Plain, NY (an hour west of Albany). After high school I went to Hope College in Holland, MI. Upon graduation I attended Western Theological Seminary in the same town. I was ordained by the Classis of Holland (MI) at Hope Church (RCA). Colts Neck Reformed Church is my first call, and for that I am so grateful. I look forward to getting to know you!
732-462-4555 ext: 1000
revgeneryan@cnrc.church
Stacey Savage
Director of Early Childhood Ministries / Director of the Early Learning Center
Stacey Savage
Director of Early Childhood Ministries / Director of the Early Learning Center
The Consistory
At the Colts Neck Reformed Church Elders and Deacons, along with the Minister(s) of Word and Sacrament, comprise the Consistory. Deacons are men or women who are called by God and uplifted by the church as those who are leaders in ministries of service, mercy, and outreach. Elders are women or men who are called by God and uplifted by the church as those who are leaders in ministries of discipleship, worship, and spiritual oversight.
Each June, a nominating committee works to select a single slate of nominees for Consistory. These nominees are then voted upon by the Congregation at the church’s Annual Meeting, held in September of each year. Elders and Deacons serve for a term of two years with the option of serving an additional two years, if elected to do so. After four years of service, they become ineligible to serve for two years.
The current Consistory leaders, along with their area of responsibility, is listed below.
- Rev. Scott Brown
President (Minister) - Rev. Gene Ryan
Vice President (Minister) - Clark Petrie
Vice President (Elder) - Stephen LaRue
Clerk of the Consistory (Deacon) - Ellen Karl
Accountant - Laurie Harris
Assistant Treasurer - Greg Robinson
Financial Secretary - Krissy Garside
Commissioner for Engagement (Elder) - Joe Pisano
Commissioner for Worship (Elder) - Tamar Goetke
Commissioner for Discipleship – Youth and Young Adult Ministries (Elder) - Peter Sokol
Commissioner for Administrative Leadership (Elder) - Paul Anderson
Commissioner for Building and Grounds (Deacon) - Lucy Lennox
Commissioner for Hospitality and Welcome (Deacon) - Peter Engelman
Commissioner for Mission – Hands-on Opportunities (Deacon) - Ginnie Hooper
Commissioner for Mission – Benevolences (Deacon) - Kristi Cilenti
Commissioner for Christian Education (Elder) - Bob Gassaway
Commissioner for Stewardship & Finance (Deacon)