Staff Directory

Rick McKinniss

Senior Pastor

Email: Rick@wellspring.net Rick's email is handled by his personal assistant.
Phone: +1.860.225.0661 x110 for Sandy, Rick's assistant.

Blog: www.RickMcKinniss.com

Pastor Rick's Book: www.readequallyyoked.com

Pastor Rick has served Wellspring Church as senior pastor since 1986. He has two theological degrees from Bethel Seminary in Minnesota, where he also taught as an adjunct professor in preaching. In recent years he has been involved in the emerging global prayer movement as a partner in InterPrayer, an international ministry fellowship of prayer leaders from several nations. During that same time he has been used by God to call pastors and churches together for persevering revival prayer and for Kingdom breakthrough in Connecticut. He is passionate about seeing heaven-sent revival come to New England once again in his lifetime. Pastor Rick and Debbie have been married for 36 years and have five children (one by marriage) and four grandchildren (Eli, Hannah, Ezra, and Jonah). Debbie is the leader in Bethesda, the healing prayer ministry of Wellspring. Pastor Rick is an amateur decoy woodcarver and an avid supporter of Ohio State football, the Cincinnati Reds (he grew up in southern Ohio and has never recovered) and UCONN basketball.

Wesley Zinn

Lead Pastor

Email: wesley@wellspring.net
Phone: +1.860.225.0661 x112

Blog: www.wesleyzinn.com

Pastor Wesley leads the ministries of Wellspring. He is responsible for overseeing current ministries, helping to develop and launch new ministries, guiding our ministry leaders, and helping to pastor the congregation. His vision is to equip and release the church and the individual to take hold of the fullness of life and destiny that God intends. Wes and his wife Pam have been part of the church since 1988, and in 1999 he left the corporate world and joined our staff. "I consider it an honor to serve this Body of Christ, and to pursue the heart of God for what he has in store for Wellspring." Wes and Pam live here in Kensington and have two sons, Nathan and Kyle. Oh, and by the way, if serious mountain biking is your thing, give Wes a call. "We're always looking for more riders/crashers!"

Bob Switzer

Associate Pastor

Email: Bob@wellspring.net
Phone: +1.860.225.0661 x114

Bob joined the Wellspring family in August of 2008. He has served in ministry to students and young adults since his college days in the mid 80’s. He has always enjoyed the passion and potential of these age groups, working with them in both church and camping ministries for the past 24 years. Bob's passion lies in developing leaders, and encouraging young adults to step into roles that utilize their gifting. He enjoys speaking in the narrative style, bringing the stories from the Bible to life with insight and enthusiasm. He challenges the youth to see these characters from fresh perspectives, and realize that they faced situations very similar to their own. In recent years Bob has familiarized himself with the post-modern and emergent philosophies, ever seeking to remain relevant with his approach of presenting truth to the current cultural mindsets.

Bob & Lore have been married since June of 1986. Their journey together had involved a number of moves up and down the East Coast, from Florida, to Massachusetts. Bob has always been involved in ministry, be it full time or part time. Bob and Lore have four children in college and high school: Isaiah, Stephen, Anna, and Luke.

Herb Speer

Shepherding Pastor

Email: herb@wellspring.net

Herb has been serving Wellspring Church since 1954 in various capacities, (church chairman, deacon and elder). In 1999 the church called him to the position of Shepherding Pastor. As pastor he visits the homebounders, mentors men and participates in the Bethesda ministry. Herb and his wife, Jan, have been married for more than 45 years. They have 7 children (3 by marriage) and 6 grandchildren. His nicknames are "huggy bear" and "grandpa" to many at Wellspring. "The best thing about my position is being able to interact with people and watch them grow in their walk with the Lord."

Andrew Springman

Director, Worship Life / IT / Production

Email: andrew@wellspring.net
Phone: +1.860.225.0661 x134

Andrew has been on full-time staff since August 2010 and "All Staff" for more than a decade before that. He has a BA in Math and Computer Science from Wesleyan University, over 21 years experience in IT and Software Development and over 25 years in music ministry and audio production. As the Director of Worship Life, he supports our music teams for all of our services as well as other artistic expressions of worship. As the Director of IT and Production he supports our paid and volunteer staff's use of all our systems: Networking, Computers, Website, Visual and Audio. He has a passion to empower people to do the work of the Kingdom.

Andrew lives in New Britain with his wife, Kimberly, their two sons, Christopher and Benjamin and their overgrown puppy, Reginald. Kimberly teaches in the Wellspring School of Leadership. Christopher is a history buff, loves classical music, soccer and swimming. Benjamin is an aspiring engineer, loves rock climbing and serves as a drummer in Wellspring worship bands.

Jenn Beglinger

Director of Wellspring Kids

Email: Jenn@wellspring.net
Phone: +1.860.225.0661 x118

Jenn has had a lifelong love and experience of working with children. At the crossroads of the completion of her B.A. in English, Jenn came across a heartbreaking documentary about children who live on the streets of a third world country. This eye opening experience led to Jenn’s call into fulltime ministry. With a newfound direction, Jenn attended Zion Bible College and earned a B.A. in Biblical Studies with a concentration in Christian Education. She has served as a Children & Youth Pastor at two churches.

As the Director of Wellspring Kids, Jenn quite often pinches herself because she is living her dream to not only work with children in fulltime ministry, but to also have the opportunity to work with children in Uganda.

Mike McKinniss

Director of Education and Pastoral Assistant

Email: Mike@wellspring.net
Phone: +1.860.225.0661 x121

Mike grew up as a part of the Wellspring community and is now proud to be pouring back into the church that nurtured his childhood. He earned his B.A. in Christian ministries from Messiah College and his M.Div. from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. Mike enjoys digging through the Scriptures, finding the living truth within it, and showing those discoveries to others. He is always on the lookout for new educational opportunities to bring to the Wellspring community. Outside the office, you may find Mike watching or reading about the Cincinnati Reds or the Ohio State Buckeyes.

Debbie McKinniss

Director, Bethesda Healing Ministry

Email: Debbie@wellspring.net
Phone: +1.860.225.0661 x123

A retired nurse, Debbie has worked in various medical settings. She has been leading our healing ministries since about 2000. She also facilitates and teaches the Elijah House Video Schools. Debbie’s desire is to see God glorified as his people walk in physical health, in emotional well-being, and in spiritual integrity.

Debbie has been married to senior pastor, Rick, since 1973. They have 4 grown fabulous children, 1 incredibly gorgeous daughter-in-law, and 4 amazing grandchildren. Debbie is an avid quilter who always has several quilts in process at all times.

James Allen

Communications Director/Project Manager

Email: James@wellspring.net
Phone: +1.860.225.0661 x119

James has been on staff at Wellspring since June 2008. He began as an assistant to Pastor Wesley and quickly began taking on a project management role. He currently serves as Communications Director/Project Manager. He is also on the worship leadership team.

James and his wife Stacey live in New Britain with their French Bulldog, Charles.

Sandy Scully

Office Manager
Human Resource Manager
Personal Assistant to Pastor Rick McKinniss

Email: sandy@wellspring.net
Phone: +1.860.225.0661 x110

Sandy and her family have been part of Wellspring since 1987. She and her husband Tom have been active in various capacities of the church. Sandy's passions include riding motorcycles with Tom and their friends, cooking, reading, and being in community. Sandy and Tom have been married for over 30 years and live in Meriden. They have two adult children and one granddaughter, Lexie.

Lore Switzer

Treasurer

Email: Lore@wellspring.net
Phone: +1.860.225.0661 x120

Lore has served Wellspring as Treasurer since October 2008. Lore has served in ministry alongside her husband since the mid '80’s. She brings a wealth of experience with her from corporate offices as well as from other ministries. She understands the value of excellence in the administrative aspects of ministry, and enjoys using her skills to pursue that goal.

Bob and Lore have served the Lord Jesus in student ministries since they met in college. They have 4 students of their own. Lore stayed home with their children and did school at home with them, until their youngest was 9. Once they were all enrolled in school, she returned to work outside the home, working part-time hours while they were in school.

Lore enjoys pursuing intimacy with the Lord. You can usually find her involved in a class, group, or seminar, and always has a couple books that she is currently reading and learning from.

Mollie Rusczyk

Events and Facility Manager
Administrative Assistant to Pastor Bob Switzer

Email: Mollie@wellspring.net
Phone: +1.860.225.0661 x131

Mollie began attending Wellspring in 2002 and joined the Wellspring staff full time in the fall of 2010. She is responsible for event planning, building usage, kitchen oversight, and various other administrative tasks. Mollie continues to volunteer at Wellspring in the Nursery and the Café Team.

Mollie and her husband, Keith, have been married since 2003 and have 2 young daughters, Natalie and Charlotte, who bring joy to their lives each and every day. Mollie enjoys spending time with family andfriends, crocheting, and knitting.

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