Pastor Dale Brooks – Senior Pastor

Dale and his son, Will, age 8, are the heart of Avalon Church. Dale is passionate about his Lord, his family, and assisting believers in experiencing the life Jesus came to give them, “more and better life than they ever dreamed of” (John 10:10 MSG). He is serious about his walk with God, but insists that the spiritual journey be fun. Dale and his sweet bride, Leigh Anne, were married 14 years prior to her death in April 2009.

Myron Hurlbut

Myron and Nancy, in over 52 years of marriage, have lived in many places, including three foreign countries, while pursuing Myron’s engineering career. Upon retiring to Orlando he joined Nancy in her business. They have been actively involved in church throughout their lives and are committed to helping Avalon Church become an integral part of the life of the community. Myron and Nancy’s daughter and family live locally. Their son and family are missionaries in Southeast Asia.

Jerry Sharpless

Jerry is in full time ministry with a mission agency serving international missions focused on Asia. He and Grace have lived in the Philippines, Korea, and Japan. They have two children: Rebecca (a student at FSU) and Christopher (a student at TCHS). Jerry has a love for the local church and a commitment to help Avalon Church impact lives, our community, and the world.

Vic Reyes

Vic and his wife, Shelli, moved to Orlando in 1998 and retired from the Air Force after 24 years of service. They are founding members of Avalon Church and lead one of our many home groups. They consider Avalon Church their extended family. Vic, Shelli and their children, Chris and Kimberly (now in college) have been very involved in Avalon Church ministries from the time the church first gathered in our founding pastor's living room. Vic works as a Project Director for a local Defense Contractor and heads up our video presentation team. This is Vic's second term as church elder.