Leadership
At Hornerstown Baptist Church
Pastor Jim Houtz
Ministry Experience
Pastor Jim Houtz shepherded Sunnyside Baptist Church in North Rose, NY, from December 2003 to October 2025. Throughout his 35 years of pastoral ministry, he has ministered in four different churches in the states of Pennsylvania, South Carolina, and New York. He also served as a board member of the Bible to Youth Camp in Pennsylvania, president of the North Central Pennsylvania Pastors Association, and president of the Central Pennsylvania Fundamental Pastors Fellowship. Pastor Houtz was blessed as well with three opportunities to teach Bible classes at a Christian college in India.
Background and Family
Jim was raised on a dairy farm in Central Pennsylvania. While his wife’s family roots were in Central PA, Vicky lived most of her life before marriage in the Southeast due to her stepfather serving the United States Navy. Jim and Vicky have seven sons.
Education
Pastor Houtz was 25 years old, married, and had a two-year old son when he began attending Bob Jones University. He completed both a BA in Bible and an MA in Theology from BJU.
Others Who Serve
Deacon Alan Quesnell
Alan assists the Pastor in the watch care of the congregation while managing the church facilities. He is blessed to be married to Bonnie and they have two children, four grandchildren, and three great grandchildren. They have served Hornerstown Baptist for over 20 years and have lived in New Egypt since 1969.
Deacon Steve Stetka
Steve and his wife Jane, have been members of Hornerstown Baptist Church for over 15 years. During that time Steve has served as a Trustee, Adult Sunday School Teacher, and a Pulpit Committee member. As a deacon he will serve as an advisor to the Pastor and in service to the church. Steve encourages members to contact the Deacons if they have questions or concerns regarding church procedures or planned activities.
Deacon Charles Gross
Charles directs the music ministry at Hornerstown. He assists the Pastor in the order of services, leads the hymn singing, and directs the church choir. He is married to Connie, and has been a part of Hornerstown for nearly three years.
Bonnie Quesnell Treasurer
Bonnie is married to Alan, and she manages the church books, properly stewarding the financial resources the Lord provides. She ensures expenses, bills, and taxes are paid, plus, making certain that church spending remains within the budget. She also assists the church in communicating and coordinating news and events.
