Brad Hoganson
Lead Pastor
Pastor Brad Hoganson joined Hillside Church in the summer of 2025 as Lead Pastor but is no stranger to the church! Brad grew up in Roxbury and Hillside is his home church from childhood. He previously served on the pastoral staff from 2010-2017 as the Associate Pastor for Youth and Families.
Brad loves Jesus, people and building friendship! Nothing brings him as much joy as the opportunity to share the Gospel! An ordained pastor in the Church of the Lutheran Brethren, Brad served churches in Washington State and New Jersey for 25 years before being called to serve as President of Hillcrest Lutheran Academy from 2017-2025.
Brad and his wife Traci enjoy good coffee, antique shops, flea markets, DIY projects and spending time with friends and family (especially their new grandson!) Brad loves to explore used bookstores and is always looking for the next great find. You may contact Pastor Brad by email at brad@hillsidelbc.org
Vinnie Sottile
Director of Music
Vinnie is the Music Director here at Hillside. He is responsible for planning and leading our Sunday worship experiences. Aside from enjoying playing the piano and all things theatrical, he is also a nurse, working bi-vocationally. He is married to his lovely bride, Katie, and are proud parents to their son Liam, daughters Elise and Lucia, enjoying both outdoor and indoor adventures together. Vinnie would be delighted to learn of your musical talent and desire to invest in helping with the worship time at Hillside! You may contact Vinnie via email at vinnie@hillsidelbc.org
Ruth Basile
Ministry Coordinator
Ruth is our Ministry Coordinator; overseeing all of the various ministries we have here at Hillside. Since beginning to work at Hillside in 2013, Ruth has held several roles here and now she focuses on creating graphic media, taking care of facilitating communication and connection with ministries to the congregation, helping ministries get launched, and maintaining our website and newsletter. Ruth and her husband, Frank, live in Flanders and share a blended family of both adult children and some still at home. They also are enjoying their first grandchild, and settling into the joys of that new role in their lives. She enjoys painting, cooking, gardening and spending quality time with her family. You may contact Ruth via email at ruth@hillsidelbc.org
Sabrina Pronko
Children's Ministry Coordinator
Sabrina is the Coordinator of children's ministries here at Hillside. She manages a group of volunteers for weekly Sunday School classes (ages Pre-K thru 5th), our Wednesday evening Hillside Kids program (grades K-5th), and summertime Vacation Bible School. Sabrina is married to her wonderful husband Zak, raising their daughter and an adorable puppy, Mingo. They both have been known to galavant in VT during the winter, enjoying the snow, and down the shore in the in the summer, to enjoy the sunshine and waves. Sabrina holds a Bachelors Degree in Psychology, Minor in American Sign Language and has obtained her Masters Degree in Social Work. Her zest for life is contagious! You may contact Sabrina via email at sabrina@hillsidelbc.org
Tami Sunwall
Youth Director
Tami has the wonderful privilege of working with our younger adults - the Jr and Sr High students. She comes to us from Faith LB Church in NY, with 20 years of youth leader experience. Phew... that makes me tired just thinking of 20 years with teenagers! Tami is up for the challenge though, and is making her mark with our students. Besides working as a youth leader, she spent 2 years working at a Boys & Girls Club in MN, has directed VBS programs, run a midweek children's ministry, and has served on various church boards. We can't leave out that she has also been a part time church secretary and a preschool teacher for 13 years! Tami received her Associate's degree in Biblical Studies and is guided by the Lord who has given her a passion for the church and serving however God leads. She delights in seeing multiple generations within the body connecting and doing life together. Tami also loves to hike, quilt and spend time with the people God has placed in her life. You may contact Tami via email at tami@hillsidelbc.org
Michelle Iannicelli
Church Secretary
Michelle is the glue that holds the office together! Her hands are on the pulse of the day to day activities that go on here at Hillside and handles all of it with ease and grace. If you call the office, you will most likely be speaking to Michelle! Michelle and her husband, Jim, have been attending Hillside for over 17 years and have been actively involved with numerous ministries here. Michelle brings a wide range of professional experience to her job as well as bringing her happy disposition to all that work alongside of her. You may contact Michelle via email at michelle@hillsidelbc.org