Austin Rammell
Lead Pastor

Ph: 704-922-3763 ext 100

Austin has led the pastoral team at Venture since 2002. He preaches God’s Word with a passion for equipping the church to engage a lost world with the Gospel. Austin & Keri married in 1999 and have 3 children.

Chris Mintz
Associate Pastor: Students & Administration

Ph: 704-922-3763 ext 102

Chris joined Venture’s staff in 2012. He brings a passion to lead students following Jesus and years of corporate and military experience that keep our day-to-day operations working. Chris and Bee have been married since 1993 and have 2 children.

Jonathan Pugh
Associate Pastor: Life Groups & Church Partnership

Ph: 704-922-3763 ext 101

Jonathan joined the staff in 2016. He is responsible for growing Life Groups, discipleship and helping you get plugged into Venture. Jonathan and Jennifer have been married since 2006 and have 4(+) children.

Denny Emmons
Associate Pastor: Children & Families

Ph:704-922-3763 ext 102

Denny joined the staff in 2018 and leads Ventures rapidly growing children’s ministry. He and Bonnie have been married since 1972 and have 2 children and 6 grandchildren. Denny’s mission is to reach families and equip everyone involved in brining the Gospel to our children.