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Pastors.

"'I will give you true shepherds who follow my heart, and they will feed you with revelation-knowledge and deep understanding?"

-Jeremiah 3:15

A Word of Welcome

Our Pastors walk speaks for itself. They allow JESUS to counsel,comfort and heal you through their surrendered life to HIM for you.

Vision & Teaching

01 · Pastor

Pastor Wally

Senior Pastor

Pastor Wally serves as the Senior Pastor of Inner Heart Ministries, where he leads with a father’s heart, spiritual insight, vision, and faithful teaching for the congregation he lovingly calls “the family.” With a heart for excellence and a passion, and the great desire is to see people know Jesus personally, discover who God created them to be, and grow in a real Christ-centered relationship. Through compassionate shepherding, intentional discipleship, and community building, he helps equip believers to walk in purpose, serve with love, and become all God has called them to be. He also oversees Men of Heart, the men’s ministry of Inner Heart Ministries.

“Then [in the final time] I will give you [spiritual] shepherds after My own heart, who will feed you with knowledge and [true] understanding.

- Jeremiah 3:15 AMP
Care & Discipleship

02 · Pastor

Pastor Tania

Co-Pastor
Pastor Tania serves as Co- Pastor, partnering in the spiritual leadership and pastoral care of the church “the family”. She is passionate about the lonely, rejected and loves God’s Word, mentoring women, and walking alongside families through every season of life. She leads Women of Grace, our women’s ministry, creating opportunities for spiritual growth and authentic community.

"And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds."

— Hebrews 10:24

Leadership Philosophy

To shepherd is to stay.

“To shepherd is to stay — because true leadership is proven not in moments of excitement, but in seasons of endurance.”
01

Plural Leadership

No pastor stands alone. We lead as a team — accountable to Scripture and to one another.

02

Character Over Charisma

We value quiet faithfulness over public noise. Longevity, humility, and holiness set the tone.

03

The Long Obedience

Discipleship is slow. We commit to walk with people through decades — not just moments.

Our Leadership Team

Pastors & directors

At Inner Heart Ministries, leadership is not carried by one person alone, but by a faithful family of servants who love God, love people, and help carry the heart of the house. Our ministry Pastors, and directors serve with humility, unity, and compassion as they strengthen the church, care for the family, and help move the vision forward. Together, they stand committed to serving God’s people, building authentic community, and advancing the Kingdom with faithful hearts.

Pastor Wally
SENIOR PASTOR

Pastor Wally serves as the Senior Pastor of Inner Heart Ministries, where he leads with a father’s heart, spiritual insight, vision, and faithful teaching for the congregation he lovingly calls “the family.” With a heart for excellence and a passion, and the great desire is to see people know Jesus personally, discover who God created them to be, and grow in a real Christ-centered relationship. Through compassionate shepherding, intentional discipleship, and community building, he helps equip believers to walk in purpose, serve with love, and become all God has called them to be. He also oversees Men of Heart, the men’s ministry of Inner Heart Ministries.
Pastor Tania
PASTOR

Pastor Tania serves as Co- Pastor, partnering in the spiritual leadership and pastoral care of the church where she leads with a mother’s heart, “the family”. She is passionate about the lonely, rejected and loves God’s Word, mentoring women, and walking alongside families through every season of life. She leads Women of Grace, our women’s ministry, creating opportunities for spiritual growth and authentic community.

1 petter 3:3,4

Let your true beauty come from your inner personality, not a focus on the external. For lasting beauty comes from a gentle and peaceful spirit, which is precious in God’s sight and is much more important than the outward adornment of elaborate hair, jewelry, and fine clothes.
Lenny
ADMINISTRATOR

To support and work hand in hand with the Pastors by managing administrative operations, coordinating communication, and ensuring the day to day functions and operations of the church are carried out with intentionality

This helps create order, strengthens communication, and supports the pastors and leadership teams so the church can fulfill its mission and  it’s vision with excellence.
Natasha
Operations Manager

To Develop, Implement, And Strengthen The Operational Systems, Processes, And Organizational Structure That Support Every Area Of Ministry By Creating Standard Operating Procedures, Improving Workflows, Driving Operational Excellence, And Equipping Leadership With The Tools Needed To Serve Efficiently And Intentionally.

This Helps Build Sustainable Systems, Strengthen Organizational Excellence, Promote Accountability, And Create A Strong Foundation That Supports The Pastors, Leadership Team, And Volunteers So The Church Can Fulfill Its Mission And Vision With Excellence As It Continues To Grow.
Pastor Wally
PASTOR OF MEN OF HEART — MEN'S MINISTRIES

VISION STATEMENT

Our vision for Men of Heart is to bring divine awareness of who we are as men and maximize your potential by knowing purpose

OUR VALUES

• GOD/WORD
• Confidentiality
• Integrity, honesty
• Family, friendship
• Hard work, commitment and achievement OUR GOAL
To honor all promises and commitments
• To provide true insight and information
• To be completely honest and true

Men of heart

A "man of heart" is someone who is compassionate, courageous, and emotionally intelligent. He acts with integrity and empathy, and his decisions are guided by what's right in GODS eyes, not just what's convenient. This kind of man is seen as genuine and trustworthy, and he's not afraid to be vulnerable
Pastor Tania
PASTOR OF WOMEN OF GRACE — WOMEN'S MINISTRY

OUR VISION

To see every woman embrace her identity as a beloved daughter of God, walking in grace, standing in faith, and shining His light wherever she goes.

Our purpose is to come together to deepen our relationship with God through His word and prayer. To uplift, encourage, and empower one another through prayer, fellowship, and service, nurturing hearts that are rooted in Christ. To share devotion, pray for one another and our families, stay connected to each other, support one another through life’s seasons with compassion and understanding and to serve our family, church, our community, and one another with love and humility.
Judy
DIRECTOR OF HOSPITALITY

To  oversee IHM’s hospitality ministry by ensuring that every person who enters the church experiences a welcoming, warm, and spirit filled atmosphere that reflects the love of Christ.

Our mission is to foster a welcoming environment that sets the tone for first time visitors as well as long time members to experience the love of Christ through genuine kindness, intentional care, and a spirit of excellence.
Shirley
DIRECTOR OF FAITH BUILDERS — CHILDREN'S MINISTRY

Equipping children to believe, belong and build as they discover their identity in Christ and fulfill the call to make disciples.

Dedicate your children to God and point them in the way that they should go, and the values they’ve learned from you will be with them for life.  Proverbs 22: 6
Juliana
DIRECTOR OF CARING HANDS — NURSING HOME MINISTRIES

We thrive to make connections and life long relationships with our seniors to get them closer to Jesus and familiar with the word. While engaging in activities and prayer. Our role in their lives is crucial, and a reminder of God’s love and purpose in all of us to serve, especially in a time in life where some may feel lonely and vulnerable due to their current chapter in life. We serve as a reminder of God’s giving nature, grace and compassion.
Celina
DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

Community Development Department focus on expanding IHM’s reach into the South Amboy and surrounding communities through outreach initiatives, strengthening how we engage and operate in our community, and supporting the ministry’s growth through fundraising and grant development.
Jonathan
PUBLIC RELATIONS

To represent Jesus as well as the church’s mission, vision, and values by communicating effectively with members, visitors, community partners, and the public while promoting unity, engagement, and outreach.
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