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The People Behind Our Ministry

Meet Our Staff

At Abundant Life Assembly, our team is dedicated to meeting you where you are and helping you move forward in your faith journey.

From Pastor Steve who planted our church in 2006 to our newest team members, each person brings unique gifts and a shared passion for serving our Brooklyn and Irish Hills communities.

Our Ministry Team

Each member of our staff brings unique gifts and experiences to Abundant Life Assembly. Together, we serve with a shared commitment to Christ and to our community. Whether you’re visiting for the first time or have been with us since our founding in 2006, we look forward to connecting with you personally and walking alongside you in your faith journey.

Senior Pastor

Steve Samonek

Pastor Steve is the lead and founding pastor of Abundant Life Assembly. Together with his wife Melissa they are committed to sharing the love of Jesus with people and leading the wonderful church family at Abundant Life. They have four daughters, two sons-in-law, and one granddaughter!

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Worship and Small Group Ministry Director

Jordan Numbers

Jordan leads our worship and creative arts ministry as well as our home group discipleship. Together with his wife Eden and their children Kendrick, Judah, and Rhema they bring a passionate worship experience to Abundant Life.

Family Life Ministries (Youth, Young Adult, and Administrative oversight of children's ministry.)

Randy Daugherty

Randy, Bella, and their daughter Elise lead our “Family Life Ministries” This includes oversight of Kids ministry and direct leadership of Junior High, Sr. High, and Young Adult ministries. They love the Lord, love our kids, and are a blessing to our church family.

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Administrative Assistant, Technology Guru

Danealle Carlisle

Danealle (AKA Dani) is supposed to be an Administrative Assistant to pastor Steve. The reality is that she does all kinds of things to help keep Abundant Life functioning. Dani and her husband Mike are a tremendous blessing to the Abundant Life family.

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