Church leadership team


Through love serve one another. 

Galatians 5:13


We are praying and expecting God to send us our next pastor in His timing.

  • James MacFarlane - Pastor

    James MacFarlane

    Lead Pastor

    James MacFarlane is a gifted preacher, teacher and biblical leader who comes to the McDonald area after having served at Alliance churches in Florida. Pastor James received his training at Liberty University. Prior to his call as a pastor, he served our country in the U.S. Navy for 20 years as a naval aircrewman and rescue swimmer.


    Pastor James, his wife Jody and their three children joined our church family August 2024.

  • Lisa Fanning - Worship Leader

    Lisa Fanning

    worship leader


    Originally from Eastern Pennsylvania, Lisa grew up in Philadelphia. After moving to Pittsburgh in 1982, she spent much of her adult life serving in music, youth and women's ministries.

  • WORSHIP TEAM

    Our Worship Team includes John Kawolo (percussion), Alice McWreath (vocals and hand percussion), Bill McWreath (vocals and keys) and Lisa Fanning (vocals and acoustic guitar).  Their service to Jesus and His church, along with their musical abilities, makes the worship experience at Cross Connections a Spirit-filled encounter with God!

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