Pastor Bruce

Bruce E. Hillman, Jr. is Acting Pastor at Hillside Lutheran Brethren Church in Succasunna NJ. He Holds a BA in History and Political Science from Quinnipiac University, (Hamden, CT), an MDiv. from the Lutheran Brethren Seminary (Fergus Falls, MN) and an STM ( Master of Sacred Theology) in patristics from Drew University (Madison, NJ); his research involves Augustinian studies and early Christianity. He has served as Selectman to the City of Torrington, (CT) and is former pastor of Grace Lutheran Church, Henning MN. Bruce lives in Succasunna, New Jersey, he enjoys cooking, reading, all things British, and conversations with good friends.

Chris Godshalk, Youth Director

Greetings in the name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ! My name is Chris "Goddy" Godshalk. I am the Youth Director here at Hillside Lutheran Brethren Church. I was born and raised in Mt. Bethel, PA. I am a graduate of Northampton Community College in Bethlehem, PA where I received my Associates Degree in Criminal Justice. I am also a graduate of the Lutheran Brethren Seminary in Fergus Falls, MN with a Certificate of Theological Studies in Youth Ministry. I have been in youth ministry since 2002, where I was a volunteer youth leader at Mount Bethel LBC until 2006. I have been a Full Time Youth Director for 2 years. My journey in the ministry has taken me all the way to the Ukraine and Italy to spread the "Good News" of Jesus Christ through Sports Ministry. My interests include sports, reading, and missions. I am excited to see how God is going to use me in the ministry here at Hillside to participate in the Kingdom Work.

In Him,

Chris "Goddy" Godshalk

Jeff Harrison, Director of Music & Worship

Jeffrey A. Harrison is the Director of Music and Worship and Pastor to Young Families. He has his B.A. in Music Education from Nyack College and is M.A. in Ministry Leadership from Crown College. Jeff is married to Elizabeth Columbia from Huntington Station, NY. He enjoys music (of course), movies, disc golf, and hanging out with friends. Jeff has a heart for seeing God’s people grow in their relationship with Him, and making worship gatherings edifying to the congregation, and honoring to God.