Pastor John McCarty
My name is John McCarty, and I’m grateful for the chance to serve alongside you at Westgate Baptist. I grew up in Delaware, came to faith in college through the persistent kindness of a Christian roommate, and soon felt God calling me into pastoral ministry. After earning my degree from Shippensburg and attending Eastern Baptist Theological Seminary, I began a journey through several churches—each one shaping, stretching, and strengthening my calling.
There were seasons when ministry was difficult, and even times I stepped away, but God kept leading me back. Through pastorates in New York, White Hall, Clifford, Berean, and most recently Bloomsburg, the Lord continued to heal, guide, and prepare me. Today, as my wife Margie serves in Lemoyne and I work in Hershey, I’m thankful for God’s timing in bringing me here.
I look forward to growing with you, serving with you, and discovering together what God has planned for Westgate Baptist. May He guide us as we follow Him.
Lora Shirey, Church Secretary
Before coming to Westgate Baptist Church, Lora spent her career in Office, Property and Project Management with an emphasis on Finance. She spent 20 years in government contracting before deciding to change paths and switched to the commercial construction field and ending her career spending the last four years in property management. She is now semi-retired and works serving the church. She has 2 sons, her eldest has been in the military since 2005 and her youngest is in the construction management field. She spends her free time loving and caring for her 2 little dogs.
Leroy Tebie, Lay Minister and Mission Coordinator
Leroy Tebie graduated with a Master’s Degree in Christian Ministry from Lancaster Bible College and Capital Seminary and Graduate School.
Leroy has worked exceptionally hard over the past few years to obtain both a Bachelor’s Degree and a Master’s Degree, while at the same time being a good provider to his wife and three daughters. Leroy has also recently been employed by the United States Postal Service.
Contact Us
Address
2235 Old Harrisburg Pike
Lancaster, PA 17601
Phone
717-394-1071
Opening Hours
Varies
Wens-Fri
10:00 am – 3:00 pm
