Pastor, Staff, and Elders

Rev. Dr. Paul Yanchek

Pastor

Pastor Paul and his wife Julie were married in 1996 and have two grown children Aaron and Kaylee.
Paul’s life verse is John 3:30 – “He must increase, I must decrease.” He came to CrossPoint in August 2024.
He previously served at churches in Spencer, OH (1997-2000), Rocky River, OH (2000-2016), and Aliquippa, PA (2017-2024). As a Cleveland native, he is thrilled to be back in northeast Ohio.
He earned his B.A. in Christian Ministries from Malone University in 1996 and moved on to earn his M.Div. in Pastoral Ministry from Ashland Theological Seminary in 2000. He completed his Doctor of Ministry in Christian Spirituality from Pittsburgh Theological Seminary in 2023.
He is the author of The Intentional Spiritual Life: Setting the Course for Spiritual Growth (2011).
Paul loves reading and music, especially playing the trumpet.
He is a passionate supporter of the Columbus Crew.
“My desire is to help people take their next step in their relationship with Jesus.”

Justyna  Wojtasinski

Worship Director

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Rick Noble

Elder

Rick and Amy Noble were married in 1987 and have 3 adult children, Sarah Noble, Bethany (& Jacob) Zook, and Matthew (& Natalie) Noble. They also have a grandson, Oliver Zook. Rick and his family have lived in the area for 34 years. Rick is a Sr. Manager at an IT Company. In addition to being an Elder, Rick is also a Life Group leader and loves working to be a great husband and the best loving Dad and ‘Papa’. In his spare time, he also enjoys fishing, woodworking, and sports.
Rick’s life verse is Revelation 3:20. Rick loves CrossPoint because he enjoys “serving God by raising my family in a Christian atmosphere and responding to what God is inspiring me to do. So far God has opened doors for me to be a Deacon, Teach Sunday School, assist with 5 Day Clubs, Witness to the Community, and be a Life Group leader. God is not finished with me yet: Now I am an Elder!”

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Elder

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