Our Team

The people who lead and serve

Irene Schade — Lead Pastor 
Rex Schade Sr. — Associate Pastor

Meet Our Pastors

At the heart of The Gathering Place is a desire to create a place where people encounter the presence of God and are changed by Him.

Pastor Irene leads with a deep love for people and a passion for helping them feel seen, valued, and welcomed. She believes every person has a God-given purpose and longs to see people from every walk of life grow in faith.

Pastor Rex brings a deep love for Scripture and a steady commitment to biblical truth, helping people build a faith that is rooted, authentic, and lived out each day.

Together, they lead with one prayer: that everyone who walks through our doors would encounter Jesus, become part of His family, and be transformed by His love.

Ministry Leadership

Zina Rubino

Executive Assistant
Office Coordinator 

Debbie Dibble

Kids Church Director 
Office Coordinator

Laurie Harris

Worship Director
Come and See What God is Doing

We’d love to welcome you to The Gathering Place. Whether you’re exploring faith, returning to church, or looking for a church family, there is a place for you to belong, encounter Jesus, and grow with us.