Meet The Staff

Rev. Chris & Maydee Cooper have been serving in ministry for over twenty years, and has been the Lead Pastor at The Bridge since 2017. Pastor Chris is passionate about serving the LaSalle community and city of Niagara Falls. He believes God gave him the gifts of leadership development, administration, and preaching and teaching the word of God to reach the lost. Chris loves golfing and fishing in his free time.

Jeff & Marcella Vogt have been serving in various leadership roles within the church for over ten years. Pastor Jeff's hearts desire is to reach as many people for Christ as he is given opportunity, to teach God's word, and to demonstrate servant leadership. Pastor Jeff enjoys history, following world events, golfing, taking trips to visit his family in NJ and MI, bike riding, walking, and enjoying nature.

Jennifer & Norman Francis along with their five year- old son Moses have been attending The Bridge since 2017 after moving to the US from the United Kingdom. She has been working at The Bridge since 2021. Jennifer has an MBA in Energy Management and a degree in theology. She enjoys making traditional Pakistani cuisine, reading, watching Netflix, and sleeping.

Pastor Tom and Katie have been serving churches, youth, and young adults in New York and Pennsylvania for over 15 years. Pastor Tom is passionate about helping young people build a life-lasting foundation in Jesus. He does this through biblical teaching, building biblical community, and telling dad jokes. In his spare time, he enjoys playing volleyball, watching football and baseball, and traveling with his wife.

Michael and Lindsay Fiore began their ministry journey here at the Bridge Church in 2019. Michael facilities our weekly Bible study  and Iron Workers Men’s Fellowship. Lindsay serves as nursery and child care volunteer.  While owning two local businesses, the Fiore’s are passionate about building strong relationships within the church and reaching out to those in need in their community. They are dedicated to serving God and spreading His love to everyone they meet.