Why New Church?
New Church is a place where you can find answers, heal from life’s hurt, connect with others, and discover your true purpose. Experience the transformative power of our inspiring worship services, engaging events, and the warmth of meaningful connections that foster a sense of belonging. Join us as we create moments of joy, purpose, and spiritual growth – a place where you’re not just attending a service, but becoming part of a supportive and uplifting family.
Meet Our Pastor
Tommy Woodard has served at New Church since 2003. As Lead Pastor, Tommy brings a unique blend of heart, humor, and hope.. His passion is to help people connect the truth of God’s Word to everyday life in a way that is both meaningful and memorable.
Beyond the pulpit, Tommy has written books, created films, and acted in faith-based projects—including the movies Family Camp and The Forge.
Tommy has been married to his wife, Angie, since 1991, and they have two adult children together. When he’s not pastoring or working on creative projects, you’ll probably find him mowing the lawn, sneaking in a round of golf, or laughing with friends over a cup of coffee.
At New Church, Tommy is dedicated to creating a community where people can laugh, grow, heal, and feel truly known—a church where faith meets real life. He’s glad you’re here, and he’s excited to see what God will do next.
Meet Our Team
Tommy Woodard
Lead Pastor
Tommy Woodard has served at New Church since 2003. As Lead Pastor, Tommy brings a unique blend of heart, humor, and hope.. His passion is to help people connect the truth of God’s Word to everyday life in a way that is both meaningful and memorable.
Beyond the pulpit, Tommy has written books, created films, and acted in faith-based projects—including the movies Family Camp and The Forge.
Tommy has been married to his wife, Angie, since 1991, and they have two adult children together. When he’s not pastoring or working on creative projects, you’ll probably find him mowing the lawn, sneaking in a round of golf, or laughing with friends over a cup of coffee.
At New Church, Tommy is dedicated to creating a community where people can laugh, grow, heal, and feel truly known—a church where faith meets real life. He’s glad you’re here, and he’s excited to see what God will do next.
Joe Curtis
Discipleship Pastor
Joe grew up in Oklahoma, graduating from Putnam City West High School. Having served churches in Arizona and Texas, Joe began his ministry at Newchurch on April 1, 2015. Joe and Krista have two children. When the Curtis family is not found at Newchurch, they just might be enjoying the tallest, fastest, roller coaster they can find.
Josh Crouch
Youth Pastor
Josh has been attending Newchurch since 2003 and has been on staff since 2012. He feels blessed to serve as the student pastor here at Newchurch, and he prays daily that God will use him as he leads the students in treasuring Jesus, loving God’s Word, and living on a mission. Josh married his best friend, Emily, in 2018, and together they are raising their two sons.
Toni Gearhart
Children's Pastor
Toni has been a member of Newchurch since 2006 and has been working with our kids since 2007. Toni is married to Eric and they have two wonderful daughters and a pretty great son-in-law. She loves to travel and spend time with her family. Toni believes that all children are true blessings and she enjoys watching them learn and grow in Christ.
Amber Anderson
Preschool Pastor
Amber has been serving at New Church since 2001. Called to preschool ministry as a teenager, Amber was blessed to have opportunities to serve at her childhood church throughout high school and college. Amber loves the heart of New Church and loves getting the opportunity to care for the littles and encourage their parents along in their faith journeys. Amber has been married to her husband Blair since 2008. They love spending time together with their two boys.
LaShawn Ashley
Care Team Pastor
LaShawn has attended Newchurch since 2003. She has led women’s bible studies and co-leads, with Michael (her husband), one of our adult coed bible studies. She served as an associate minister for New Prospect Baptist Church of Perry, OK for 5 years. Her passion is strengthening the familial relationships and bonds within the body of Christ. LaShawn sees us striving together as “One Big Happy Christian Family”; growing, learning, sometimes hurting, and all the time loving each other. She and Michael have been married since August 1997 and have been blessed with two kiddos, of whom she lovingly refers to as her explosive T-N-T.
Scott McLaughlin
Executive Pastor
Scott has been involved in ministry since the age of 17. From his experience as a worship pastor and business manager for much of his early life, his love for business and ministry were a perfect fit when the position at Newchurch became available. He began attending Newchurch in 1996 with his wife Kim and their 2 children. Scott has been on staff since June of 2004 and is having the time of his life enjoying every day he has serving our Lord with the people of Newchurch.
Shaun Brown
Worship Pastor
Shaun has been involved in leading worship since 2002. He helped lead worship for his youth group when he was a senior in high school. After graduating from Bethany High School, Shaun moved on to play for the Sunday morning services at Bethany First Church of the Nazarene. He also studied music business at Southern Nazarene. For the last two years Shaun has been the worship leader for the youth program at BFC. Shaun has also served in West Palm Beach, Florida. He believes that worship helps to prepare the heart and mind to absorb the message of the Word of God. He has such a strong passion for music and leading the church in praising Jesus. Shaun has been married to Lacy since 2012. Together they have a daughter, Rylie, whom they have so much raising and loving on.
Monty Preist
Founding Pastor
Monty is the founding pastor of Newchurch. He has been married to his amazing wife Debbie since 1976. They have three children: Marcy (married to Brian Jackson), Buddy, and Sonny (married to Amaka). If you want to see his eyes light up, ask him about his grandkids. Besides serving at newchurch, Monty is an avid sports fan and supports the University of Oklahoma Sooners and the Oklahoma City Thunder.
In essential beliefs – we have unity.
“There is one Body and one Spirit… there is one Lord, one faith, one baptism, and one God and Father of us all…” Ephesians 4:4-6
In non-essential beliefs – we have liberty.
“Accept him whose faith is weak, without passing judgment on disputable matters… Who are you to judge someone else’s servant? To his own master he stands or falls… So then each of us will give an account of himself to God… So whatever you believe about these things keep between yourself and God.” Romans 14:1, 4, 12, 22
In all our beliefs – we show charity.
“…If I hold in my mind not only all human knowledge but also the very secrets of God, and if I have faith that can move mountains – but have no love, I amount to nothing at all.” 1 Corinthians 13:2