Our Pastor
& Staff
Rev. Dr. Sean Brubaker
Pastor/Head of Staff
Pastor Sean and his family have been with us at Calvin since January, 2013. Mission and evangelism are the heart of his call to ministry and his passion is for seeing lives changed by the gospel of Jesus Christ. He loves the outdoors, hunting, hiking, and a variety of sports. Once in a while, you may catch him playing the saxophone. Pastor Sean is a graduate of Geneva College with degrees in Cross-Cultural Ministry and Music. He received his M.Div. from the Pittsburgh Theological Seminary and his D.Min. from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary.
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.
Eric Milnes
Director of Children & Youth Ministries
Eric Milnes
Please join us in welcoming Eric as the Director of Children and Youth Ministries! Eric is a native of Ellwood City and has been worshipping and serving with Calvin since the Spring of 2024. He brings several years of experience in youth ministry and has a passion for seeing kids grow in their faith. Eric is husband to Macenzie and father to Thea. He will start September 15. Please pray with us, for the Lord to bless His ministry through Eric and our congregation.
