Our Organist & Choir Director

John Van Gorder

Organist/Choir Director

John is a superbly talented musician.  He accompanies worship with with the pipe organ and leads the choir.  John received a bachelor's degree in music from the University of Cincinnati-College Conservatory of Music and a master's degree in sacred music from Duquesne University. Prior to coming to Calvin Presbyterian Church in October 2003 as Organist/Director of Music, John has served several churches in Pittsburgh, Western PA, and Ohio. He is also a private music instructor, teaching piano to students of all ages. He and his wife Elaine have two adult children; their son Ryan and his wife Angie live in Apex, NC with their daughter; their daughter Jennifer and her husband Greg Banyay live in Ellwood City along with their four sons.  John is also a talented woodworker.