James Peterson
Lead Pastor
From an early age, James was taught the Bible and gave his life to the Lord as a child. After graduating from high school, he went to Northland Baptist Bible College to study education. There, the Lord turned his heart toward ministering in the local church and teaching and preaching the Word of God. The Lord led him and his wife, Rachel, back to Emmanuel Church in 2010 and he has been on staff since 2013. In addition to a Bachelor’s in History Education, James has a Master of Divinity from Baptist Bible Seminary in Clarks Summit, PA.
On my playlist: Shane & Shane, CityAlight, Rachmaninoff’s All-Night Vigil, Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir
What I’ve been reading lately: Billy Graham: The Man I Knew by Greg Laurie, Ordinary: Sustainable Faith in a Radical, Restless World by Michal S. Horton, Strange New World by Carl Trueman
Hobbies: Hiking, Backpacking, Running, Biking, Reading, Bodysurfing, Any activity with my wife and kids!
Books that have been influential in my life: God’s Passion for His Glory by John Piper, The Discipline of Grace by Jerry Bridges, George Whitefield, Vol I & II by Arnold Dallimore.
On my playlist: Shane & Shane, CityAlight, Rachmaninoff’s All-Night Vigil, Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir
What I’ve been reading lately: Billy Graham: The Man I Knew by Greg Laurie, Ordinary: Sustainable Faith in a Radical, Restless World by Michal S. Horton, Strange New World by Carl Trueman
Hobbies: Hiking, Backpacking, Running, Biking, Reading, Bodysurfing, Any activity with my wife and kids!
Books that have been influential in my life: God’s Passion for His Glory by John Piper, The Discipline of Grace by Jerry Bridges, George Whitefield, Vol I & II by Arnold Dallimore.
Jeremy Sahl
Associate Pastor
Jeremy grew up on a small family farm in Galloway Township just outside of Egg Harbor City. As the son of John Sahl, former pastor of Emmanuel, he grew up experiencing the ministry from the inside out. By God’s grace Jeremy was saved at a young age. Upon graduating from The Pilgrim Academy of Emmanuel Church, he attended Baptist Bible College (now called Clarks Summit University) in Clarks Summit, PA. with a B.S. in Theology with an emphasis on Youth Ministry and Pastoral Studies. His desire is to strengthen the church in its duty to actively make disciples.
Influential books: The Pursuit of God by A W Tozer, High Expectations by Thom S. Rainer, The Master’s plan for the Church by John MacArthur
Favorite Youtube channels: Emmanuel Church, Walk the Text, Bryan WolfMueller, RobWords
Favorite Foods: Roast Beef with Green Beans and Potatoes, Philly Cheesesteaks, Winesap Apples, Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Icing
Influential books: The Pursuit of God by A W Tozer, High Expectations by Thom S. Rainer, The Master’s plan for the Church by John MacArthur
Favorite Youtube channels: Emmanuel Church, Walk the Text, Bryan WolfMueller, RobWords
Favorite Foods: Roast Beef with Green Beans and Potatoes, Philly Cheesesteaks, Winesap Apples, Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Icing