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Mark A. Koogler, Sr. - Pastor

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Pastor Mark A. Koogler, Sr. began New Life Ministries as a prayer group in Yellow Springs, Ohio.  Soon, this ministry of New Life Worship Center (of Dayton, Ohio) would grow into Yellow Springs Apostolic Church.

Pastor Koogler is married to Sharon Koogler, and is father to four children: Amy, Mark, Brittany, and Aaron.  Pastor Koogler was born and raised in Dayton, Ohio and graduated from Kiser High School.  In addition to ministering at YSAC, Pastor Koogler continues employment in landscaping, and came from more than 20 years of experience in shipping supervision.  Pastor Koogler enjoys fishing and many other fun activities.

The focus of Pastor Koogler's ministry is reaching people with the Gospel Message and strengthening the saints in their relationship with Jesus.

A message from Pastor Koogler:

We are living in the greatest days of the Church. Many signs of the end time are upon us. We read of wars, earthquakes, famine and pestilence. However, the church is not overwhelmed. We realize that this is the greatest hour for the Church. Jesus said, "You are the light of the world, a city set on a hill can not be hid." The darker the night the brighter the light will shine to the world.

Yellow Springs Apostolic Church also believes in another end time sign... the out pouring of the Holy Spirit. The Bible doesn't limit the Holy Spirit to any certain group of people. Jesus said, "He that believeth on me, as the scriptures hath said, out of his belly shall flow rivers of living water." (But this spake he of the Spirit, which they that believe should receive: for the Holy Ghost was not yet given; because that Jesus was not yet glorified.) John. 7: 38 - 40.

I would like to personally invite you to the most exciting place on Sunday, Yellow Springs Apostolic Church.  A place where great things happen! We understand that people come to church with various needs. You will find our services focused towards meeting the needs of every individual. To those who are wounded, bruised, hurting, addicted or overwhelmed, we encourage you to join us this Sunday. You will leave knowing that God has touched you in a special way.

I look forward to meeting you,

Pastor Mark Koogler Sr.

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Sharon L. Koogler - Apostolic Christian Academy Principal

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Sharon L. Koogler was born in Dayton and raised in Huber Heights, Ohio.  A graduate of Wayne High School, Sister Koogler went on to Sinclair Community College and Urbana University.  She worked at General Electric as an account adjuster for a number of years before organizing the newest ministry of YSAC:  the Apostolic Christian Academy, where she serves as Principal.  Sister Koogler is married to Pastor Mark A. Koogler, Sr. and mother to four children:  Amy, Mark, Brittany, and Aaron.

At YSAC, Sister Koogler is involved in many areas in addition to the Apostolic Christian Academy, including Ladies' Ministry.  Sister Koogler is also a member of the Prayer Force Team, the church library, and Care Ministry.  She helps organize fundraisers, special events, and is a great substitute Sunday school teacher.

Sister Koogler enjoys sewing, and is helpful in just about every area of the church.  She's been with YSAC since its beginning in 1997.

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Aaron B. Dobbs, Sr. - Prayer Ministries/Home & Foreign Missions Director

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Rev. Aaron B. Dobbs, Sr. was raised in Texas until the age of seven, then moved to Ohio.  Rev. Dobbs has been a member of YSAC since 2002, and is very active in several ministries including singing in the Fresh Rain Praise Team, teaching the New Converts course, and facilitates the Prayer Department and the Home & Foreign Missions Department.  In addition, Rev. Dobbs is a minister, trustee, and treasurer at YSAC.

Rev. Dobbs is married to wife, Brandy, and is father to five children: Aaron, Jonah, Noah, Daniel, and Miranda.  He graduated from Trotwood Madison High School, and is currently employed at AT&T as a Sales & Service Representative.  He enjoys weightlifting.

The focus of Rev. Dobbs' ministry is on salvation of souls.  He also emphasizes the demonstration of the Holy Ghost through the Gifts of the Spirit through the Saints.  Rev. Dobbs enjoys helping others reach higher and get closer to God - even past their own expectations.

 (937) 258-1424 Home

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Brian A. Bowling - Teen Ministries Director

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Brian A. Bowling was born and raised in Alexandria, Kentucky.  Brian transferred to YSAC from Covenant Apostolic Church during March of 2002.  Brian is greatly involved in the Youth Department, organizing and chaperoning youth events for teens of YSAC.  Brian also plays the drums at YSAC, in addition to passing this talent on to students.  Brian operates the sound system at YSAC, and often uses this gift to help other churches as well.

Brian is married to Amy L. Bowling of Dayton, Ohio, who is the Music Director at YSAC.  Brian has two girls: Lauren and Lydia.  Brian graduated from Campbell County High School, attended Cincinnati University, and is now employed at Morris Home Furnishings as a Design Lead.  Brian enjoys basketball and softball, and working with sound equipment and systems.  Brian also serves as the ALJC Section 5 Youth Director, organizing teen events for churches throughout Southwest Ohio.

The focus of Brian's minisry is to train and teach young people to be God-fearing saints.  To raise up young people to continue spreading the Gospel, the Love of Jesus.  Youth ministry is so important - we coud be one generation from becoming extinct!

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Amy L. Bowling - Music Ministries Director

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Amy L. Bowling was born and raised in Dayton, Ohio.  She's attended YSAC since 1997, and has directed the Music Department since March of 2002.  Amy's gift in music has allowed her to bless the congregation at home and abroad through directing the YSAC Adult Choir, and the Fresh Rain Praise Team.

Amy is also active in other areas of ministry such as the Youth/Teen Department.  She is a chaperone at almost every youth event, and is one of the few who can stay up as late as the teens, but still be up in time for church!

Amy is married to Brian Bowling from Alexandria, Kentucky, and is mother of two girls: Lauren and Lydia.  She graduated from Northridge High School, attended Sinclair Community College, and currently works with YSAC's educational ministry, the Apostolic Christian Academy, as a teacher.  Amy enjoys shopping, decorating, and listening to music.

The focus of Amy's ministry is to encourage and enable the congregation to worship God through every life situation.  Through praise comes revival.  Through revival comes new souls - whether in the sanctuary or at a street fair!

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Mark A. Koogler, II - Church Administration

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Mark currently serves at YSAC as secretary, trustee, minister, and worship leader.  He is also the director for the Sunday School Department and every once in a while plays the saxophone during service.  Mark has been with YSAC since its inception in 1997.  Mark also coordinates marketing and promotion for YSAC, maintaining the church website and editing and publishing our church newsletter, "The Fountain".

Mark was born and raised in Dayton, Ohio, graduated from Northridge High School, and attended for a short time the University of Dayton and Sinclair Community College.  He currently works at Liberty Savings Bank as a Sales Manager at the Centerville Financial Center.  He is married to Michelle Koogler from Jonesborough, Tennessee, who is active within the church as a praise team and choir singer, keyboard player, Sunday school teacher, and Children's Ministries Division Director.

In the community, Mark is active in the South Metro Chamber of Commerce, Business2Business Networking Partners, and Miami Valley Network Professionals.  Mark has served as Vice-President and Community Service Director for the Rotary Club of Centerville, and as President and Secretary for the South Dayton Chapter of AMBUCS (an organization benefitting people with disabilities).

Mark enjoys a round of golf, fishing, and basketball.  Any time to be outside is a good time!  The focus of his ministry is salvation, and he values highly the importance of rightly dividing the Word of God.

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Brandy Dobbs was born in Muncie, Indiana and raised in Eldorado, Ohio. She graduated from National Trail High School, and is married to Rev. Aaron Dobbs, Sr. Sister Dobbs has five children:  Aaron, Jr., Jonah, Noah, Daniel, and Miranda.

In addition to keeping up with her family and serving as the Ladies' Ministries Director at YSAC, Sister Dobbs is also the church librarian, a "Fresh Rain" Praise Team singer (soprano), choir member, and Prayer Force Team member.  Sister Dobbs has been at YSAC since 2002.

Sister Dobbs is self-employed as a housekeeper, and enjoys several hobbies such as crafts, sewing, scrapbooking, shopping, and reading.  The primary goals of her ministry are to establish a greater level of unity among the women of YSAC, to provide encouragement so that they will reach a greater level in the Lord, and to help them see their potential in the workings of the church, community service, and soul winning.

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Michelle Koogler - Children's Ministries Director

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Michelle Koogler was born and raised in Jonesborough, Tennessee, where she graduated from David Crockett High School and attended East Tennessee State University.  She moved to Dayton, Ohio, where she married Mark Koogler II, and has earned her B.S. of Social Psychology degree and A.S. of Management degree from Park University.  Michelle is currently enrolled at the University of Dayton as a graduate student, and will soon be a special needs teacher for Dayton Public Schools.  She is working towards her Masters in Education, with a concentration on Special Education.

At YSAC, Michelle serves as the Director for the Children's Ministries Division of the Sunday School Department, a Sunday school teacher, "Fresh Rain" Praise Team singer (alto), and keyboard player.  Michelle is also helpful with special events, church accounting, and other duties.  Michelle enjoys scrapbooking and thrift shopping.

The focus of her ministry is to nurture children's physical, mental, and spiritual well-being.