Meet Our Team

Mark Green

Senior Pastor

Pastor Mark is the visionary of ABC. He has been pastoring for over twenty years, beginning as a youth pastor, moving into an associate pastor role, and then becoming the executive director at Love, INC Tri-Cities for two years. He has been the senior pastor at Allendale Baptist Church since 2014.

He met his wife Angie in 1987 when they both worked at New York Carpet World. They have three children, two granddaughters, and two grandsons. Mark enjoys spending time with his family, reading, and running (not at the same time). He also has a strange affinity for Barney Fife.

Larry Salisbury

Discipleship Pastor

Pastor Larry Salisbury brings a wealth of mission and church planting experience from over 20 years in Southeast Asia to his role at ABC. After graduating from Cornerstone University and Moody Bible Institute, his journey in ministry began in the Philippines with SEND International. He and his wife, Donna, dedicated themselves to church planting and leadership training. Larry's work overseas involved church multiplication, leading small groups, and pioneering in evangelism and discipleship, preparing him uniquely for his role in discipleship and outreach with us.

Larry is originally from Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, often referred to as a "Yooper," while his wife, Donna, hails from Philadelphia. They have been married for over 36 years, during which time they've raised three children and now enjoy the company of five grandchildren. Beyond his ministry, Larry is a fan of the Green Bay Packers and looks forward to March Madness each year.

Our Staff

Glenn Chinavare

Carrie Searles

Treasurer

Executive Assistant

Glenn Chinavare has held many significant roles, including serving as the Treasurer for the American Public Works Association's Michigan Southwest Branch, a Senior Logistics Representative at Grumman Aircraft Systems Division, and a Supply Officer in the U.S. Navy. His educational background includes an MBA from Golden Gate University and a BA in Business Administration from Olivet College, underpinning his extensive career in financial management and logistics.

Glenn is actively involved in community service, serving on various public works associations and building boards in Michigan. His professional and community activities reflect a commitment to responsible financial stewardship and a dedication to community service.

Carrie is the glue who holds the church together. She graduated from Aquinas college with a BS/BA in Business Management with a concentration in Human Resources and a minor in Psychology. She has over 30 years of administrative experience. She has worked for Allendale Baptist Church since 2019.

Carrie married the love of her life, Dave, in 1995 and they have three beautiful girls together. In her free time, Carrie enjoys reading, walking, bird watching, researching, and relaxing with her family.

Mikayla Hansen

Sarah DeMott

Bookkeeper

Office Coordinator

Mikayla brings a background in banking and office administration to our community while utilizing her Associate's Degree in Business Management. She has a passion for creating efficient processes and procedures, which allows her to effectively assist our Treasurer in managing our church’s financial health. She is excited to combine her professional skills with her love for the congregation, contributing to a nurturing and supportive environment.

Since marrying her husband, Isaiah, in 2022, they have settled in the Allendale area, where they actively participate in church life. In her free time, she enjoys exercising and hosting dinners and game nights with friends and family, fostering connections that enrich their lives.

Bio

Trudy Veltman

Financial Secretary

Trudy started her career in banking right after finishing school, working as a bank teller. She spent over 22 years in the industry, juggling her roles in accounts receivable and payable with her responsibilities as a wife and mother. She also managed the accounts for three businesses from home while her children were young. Her expertise in finance is evident in her current position as the financial secretary for ABC, a role she values for its connection to her lifelong interest in numbers and finance.

On the personal side, Trudy's life has been deeply shaped by her marriage to Buck for 55 years until his passing four years ago. Together, they raised three children, who have given them nine grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren (so far)