Craig Fadel, Pastor
Craig joined our staff in August of 2021. His primary role is to help the church accomplish its vision: train the next generation of servant leaders to reproduce disciples and churches. When he's not at church, he enjoys spending time with his family, watching sports, watching Marvel, reading, or running.
Thomas Leonard, Pastor
Pastor Tom - affectionally called PT for short - became the pastor of Island Alliance in August 2004. For over two decades, he has been a faithful shepherd and wise friend to his church family. He lives in Grasonville with his wife, Brenda.
Nate Ogden, Ministry Resident
Nate received his Bachelors in Music and Worship from Liberty University. Shortly after graduating in May 2025, he began his residency with Island Alliance. Nate's ministry focuses include Worship and Young Adults, in addition to some Communications. After hours, you can find Nate enjoying a chai latte at a coffee shop, spending time with friends, and discovering new music.
Micah Stevens, Ministry Resident
Micah graduated from Liberty University in 2024 with a Bachelors in Church Ministry and Christian Leadership. He began his residency program in May 2025, with a focus on the 6:12 youth ministry and discipleship. In his free time, Micah enjoys reading, watching movies, and hanging out with his wife, Audrey.
Karen Booze, Church Adminstrator
Karen’s family began attending Island Alliance in early 2000. Shortly after joining our family, she got involved in the Women's Ministry. For over 20 years, Karen has been passionate about teaching the Word and discipling women of all ages. In 2019, she joined our staff as the Church Administrator and Ministry Coordinator. After hours, she loves hanging out with her family, camping and photographing nature with her husband.
Stephanie Deckert, Children's Ministry Director
Stephanie joined our staff in the summer of 2024. Her love for teaching began when she started homeschooling her boys, 13 years ago. Stephanie's previous experience as a Children's Ministry Coordinator at another church made her the perfect candidate! Her focus is 'Planting Seeds' in the heart of children. In her own life, she has seen God grow those seeds within my own heart in His time.
Cosette Schulties, Communications Coordinator
Cosette joined our staff in early 2024 with a background in Communications and Graphic Design. She oversees the website, social media platforms, and print material of Island and Harvest Alliance Churches. In her free time, she loves taking walks and eating sweet treats!