Dr. Carl Forster (Lead Pastor) & Sandra Forster (Ladies Ministry)

Dr. Carl Forster has served Reach Out Church since 1995, first serving as Associate Pastor until he took the role of Lead Pastor in 2017. Pastor Carl, his wife Sandra of over 30 years, and their five adult children and eight grandchildren have been an integral blessing towards the life and ministry of the church throughout the years.

Pastor Carl’s heart is to help the lost find personal faith in Jesus and to help those in Christ find their full potential by growing in their relationship in Christ through the Word of God and the power of the Holy Spirit.
Pastor Carl has a Masters of Theology and a Doctorate of Ministry from School of Bible Theology Seminary of San Jacinto, California and is an ordained minister through Elim Fellowship. Carl serves as the Mid-Hudson Valley Elim Fellowship Area Representative.
Pastor Sandra is the leader of the Ladies Ministry Team and has a desire for each woman to experience the fullness of the love of God.
Contact: PastorCarl@ReachOutChurch.com Sandra@ReachOutChurch.com

Jon Forster (Assistant Pastor)


Pastor Jon has a passion to see individuals living the abundant and full life that God has destined for them. He is committed to the process of helping individuals apply the principles and practices of God’s word to their everyday life. He lives by the motto; “Living life God’s way is always far better than living it your way.”

Jon loves gathering with groups and individual people, hearing testimonies and stories of their lives.

Jon has been involved with Reach Out Church since his family moved to Hyde Park in the early 90s. He officially joined the church’s ministry team in 2008.
Jon is a huge baseball fan who loves traveling and discovering new places. He has a lifelong goal of visiting every Major League Baseball Stadium. Go Blue Jays!

Jon’s greatest joy is serving alongside his wife Bethany and their two amazing daughter’s: Chloe and Amelia.

Jon is an ordained minister through Elim Fellowship.

Contact: Jon@ReachOutChurch.com


Erin Bovee (Children’s Pastor)

Pastor Erin joined the Reach Out team in 2019 as the Children’s Pastor. During her youth, she attended Reach Out and felt God’s call to go into ministry. After graduating Eastern University in 2014 with a degree in Youth Ministry, she became a Children’s Pastor at Bedford Community Church, were she served for five years. Erin and her husband, Russell, enjoy hiking and being in the outdoors together.

Contact: Erin@ReachOutChurch.com

 

 


Pastor Bob (Pastoral Care) 

Pastor Bob and his wife, Sister Harriet have been a part of Reach Out Church since 1980. Bob is involved with the care ministry of the church and does visitations to hospitals, nursing homes, and individuals in need. Sister Harriet has served as a crucial part of the church administration as secretary and in the children’s program for the majority of her serving at Reach Out Church.

Pastor Bob and Sister Harriet are often the first to greet you with a smile on Sunday mornings!

 

 

 

 


Hugo Argueta (Media Coordinator) 

Hugo joined the Reach Out Team in the winter of 2023.

Hugo is an out going guy who loves spending time with family and friends when he can. When he’s not with them, you’ll most likely find him working on his podcast. It’s a passion project of his, and he loves being able to share he’s thoughts and ideas with others. For Hugo, there’s nothing more fulfilling than helping people. Hugo believes that each of us has a unique purpose and calling in life, and he’s passionate about helping others discover theirs. That’s why Hugo always dreamed of working at a church. Hugo felt called to serve in a ministry capacity and to help people connect with God and each other.

In addition to his love of ministry, Hugo is also an avid photographer. He owns his own photography business and enjoys capturing special moments and memories for his clients. Photography is a creative outlet for him, and he loves being able to express himself through his work.

He’s a bit of a coffee fanatic, and loves trying out new blends and brewing methods. Hugo is also a foodie at heart and enjoys exploring new cuisines and dishes.

Overall, Hugo is someone who loves God and has been serving Him for over 10 years now. His faith is an essential part of who he is, and it guides everything he does. Hugo believes in the power of community and strives to create spaces where people can come together, grow, and be inspired.

Contact: Hugo@ReachOutChurch.com


Lorez Green (Administrative Assistant) 

Pastor Lorez has been a part of the Reach Out Church family since 1996 serving in many ministries including Camp Expedition, ROC Ladies Ministry, hospitality, and the ROC worship team. She is thrilled to be part of the Reach Out staff and considers it an answer to prayer.

Lorez loves worshiping the Lord through music, and has led worship at ROC for over 20 years.  Being passionate about corporate worship, she desires to equip the church to “admonish one another through singing psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs” (Col 3:16).
Lorez has been married to Yusef Green, an Elder at ROC, since 1988 and they raised four children together. With degrees in Biblical Studies and Ministry, they are dedicated to serving and contributing to the growth of God’s Kingdom.
Contact: Lorez@ReachOutChurch.com

Wayne Kreusher & Kim Kreusher (Care Pastors)

Pastor Wayne’s heart is to see everyone he comes in contact with, to know the bending down, stooping with a helping hand unmerited favor grace of our heavenly Father!

Wayne loves to fellowship and draw closer, as we all look to build relationships. Wayne and his wife Kim have been a part of Reach Out Church coming up on 5 years.

Pastor Kim loves to encourage people to use their gifts and God giving talents, Reach Out Church has been a church where God has used her and also in the women’s ministry. She love walks with Wayne and spending as much time as she can with her family.

Both Wayne and Kim started in 2023 a 50+ group “Voices Of Wisdom” (VOW)

Contact: Wayne@ReachOutChurch.com Kim@ReachOutChurch.com

 

 


Rev. Vic Torres (Teaching Pastor)

Dr. Vic Torres (Pastor Vic) has served Reach Out Church since 1994, as Senior Pastor from 1994-2016, and now serving as our head Teaching Pastor.

Prior to his work in full-time ministry, he was a teacher of chemistry at the high school and university levels.
Pastor Vic is married to Dee, who is also actively involved in the ministry of Reach Out Church. Pastor Vic is an ordained minister through Elim Fellowship.
Pastor Vic also takes pride in the fact that he has served our country in the United States Marine Corp. Semper Fi!

For further information about Pastor Vic go to www.PastorVic.com