Rev. Laurie K. Steele joined the Aley Church team as the Lead Pastor July 1, 2023 and is an Ordained Elder in the United Methodist Church. She has a Bachelor of Arts degree in business, and a Master of Divinity from United Theological Seminary, with a concentration in Church Renewal. Prior to the call to ordained ministry, she spent years in the Children/Youth & Young Adult ministry, as well as a professional career as a Purchasing/Design Plan Manager in residential new home building in the Cincinnati/Dayton area.


Laurie is married to Frank, and they have 3 amazing children: Courtney, Franklin and Allison. Frank and Laurie currently live with their rescue Aussies, Andy & Dakota. She loves long walks on the beach…really, she does and loves to visit her favorite place The Outer Banks of North Carolina where she grew up. Frank, Courtney and Laurie are huge Columbus Blue Jackets fans and love Broadway musicals. She has a number of creative outlets like her love for Creative Bible journaling, playing her bass guitar and reading. Laurie has also been a balloon twisting artist for more than 20 years and has a twist business called Twists of Faith Balloons, LLC.


Pastor Laurie's days off are most often Friday and Saturday.

PASTOR ABBY LIGHTLE

Associate Pastor

Rev. Abby J. Lightle has served at Aley since June 1, 2019 and as the Associate Pastor she currently serves as the Pastor of Outreach and Family Life. In this role, Pastor Abby oversees the mission and outreach ministries of the church and seeks new opportunities for the church to be active and serve in the world beyond the four walls of the building. Additionally, Pastor Abby leads youth in grades 6-12 and family ministries while overseeing kids' ministry within Aley.  


Prior to entering full time ministry in 2019, for 8 years Abby was a high school science teacher, softball coach, and Science Olympiad advisor while serving in part time ministry at her home church in Anna, OH. Abby is a fan of the Cincinnati Reds, San Diego Padres, Cincinnati Bengals, and The Ohio State University. She graduated from United Theological Seminary with a Masters of Divinity and in May 2022 she was fully ordained as a Deacon within the United Methodist Church. For fun Pastor Abby enjoys spending time with her family & friends, working with her hands, reading, and exploring new places. 


Pastor Abby's days off are most often Friday & Saturday. 

  • SUSAN GRINKEMEYER - Kids Ministry Director

    As the Kids Ministry, Susan oversees the ministries for infant through 5th grade and those who serve in these ministries.  Click here to see more about our Kids' Ministry at Aley.

  • ALISHA MINAMYER - Administrative Assistant

    Our Administrative Assistant helps our office stay organized and efficient through answering phones, emails, managing the calendar, and coordinating communication through several ministries within Aley among many other tasks.

  • Adam Clark - Media Production director

    As the Media Production Director, Adam oversees our live-streaming, sound board operations, and media for Sunday morning worship services.  He also assists with producing digital content for our social media accounts and website. 

  • DENA SMITH - director of caring ministries

    Dena leads Caring Ministries at Aley and helps take ensure those involved at Aley receive opportunities for physical and spiritual care on a personal level.  Click here to see more about Caring Ministries. 

  • Steve Alliss - Church Facilities manager

    As our Church Facilities Manager, Steve oversees the upkeep and maintenance of all property at Aley. He works closely with Trustees to help Aley function efficiently and effectively.  Steve helps maintain a well-cared for property that allows other staff to be able to focus in their ministry areas without worrying about the physical space.  



  • Pam Rauch

    Traditional Worship Director


  • CHERI WARNER

    Modern Worship Director

    & BELL CHOIR DIRECTOR


  • Tracey McKibben

    Accompianist


  • christy riel

    bookkeeper


CHURCH LEADERSHIP

Click here a list of current Aley Leadership