OUR LEADERS
Rev. Thomas A. Correa Sr. is the Lead Pastor of Bethel Assembly of God. He and his wife Vanessa have been married since July 2015 and have 2 boys, Thomas Jr., and Levi. He is a graduate from Northpoint Bible College with a degree in Biblical Studies and Pastoral Ministries and a licensed minister with the Assemblies of God. In 2019, Thomas was brought onto staff at Northeast Christian Church, overseeing various departments. In December 2022, Pastor Thomas accepted the position of Lead Pastor of Bethel AG.
Pastor Hodavias Franco, affectionately called “Pastor Vita”, began working for Bethel in August 2000 originally serving as Children’s Pastor and co-director of Bethel’s Summer Camp program. Currently she serves as our Associate Pastor, teaching our youth on Friday evenings. Pastor Vita also works at Abundant Life Academy in Nutley, NJ as a middle school teacher. Pastor Vita is a graduate of Spanish Eastern Bible Institute and of Pillar College. She has three children and five beautiful grandchildren whom she adores.
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Joseph Tejada became the Office Manager for Bethel AG in September 2023. He has called Bethel home for 19 years and has had the opportunity to serve in several ministries including youth, children’s, and worship ministry. Joe is married to his amazing wife Maia and has 2 incredible children. He loves playing video games with friends, playing music, and spending time with family.