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Shawn Blackwelder
PASTOR
Shawn Blackwelder came to Genesis as Senior Pastor in July of 2023. He grew up in Florida, but settled in North Carolina in 1994 after he met his wife, Cheryl. A graduate of Webber International University with a degree in Business, and Duke Divinity School with a Master of Divinity degree. He has a passion for linking the church with needs in the community and for rediscovering ancient forms of prayer and Christian practices.
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Seyun Hwang
ASSOCIATE PASTOR
In July 2023, Seyun became a part of the Genesis family, assuming the role of Associate Pastor. Growing up in South Korea, he felt a calling to serve in ministry, which led him to study at the Methodist Theological University in Seoul, focusing on Wesleyan Theology and Christian Ethics. In 2015, he relocated to North Carolina to further his studies at Duke Divinity School, where he earned his Master of Divinity (Summa Cum Laude) in 2018.
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Michele Hundley
YOUTH AND CHILDREN’S MINISTRIES DIRECTOR
Michele and her husband, Robert, joined Genesis in 2006. In the fall of 2007 Michele stepped up to help out in Youth Ministries as a volunteer and in 2011 she became the director. Michele has a MS degree from Radford University in Counseling Psychology. She is the mom of two grown kids. She loves teaching the Bible and mentoring students!
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Kim Kligerman
CONGREGATIONAL CARE DIRECTOR
Kim serves as Director of Congregational Care & Communications. In 2005, after working 21 years in various engineering and management positions, Kim felt lead to serve our Lord Jesus Christ as a member of the Genesis staff. Kim & her husband Norm are blessed with two adult daughters, Nicole & Kristen, and one wonderful granddaughter.
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Rob Stone
COMMUNICATIONS AND ADMIN DIRECTOR
Rob is a former pastor who has stepped into the role of Communications and Administration Director as a way to continue serving the local church. A native Floridian, Rob and his wife, Meg, along with their three children moved to the triangle in 2021. He is excited to help Genesis tell the story of God’s grace in engaging and compelling ways.
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Christina Johnson
ACCOMPANIAST AND MUSIC DIRECTOR
Christina Johnson joined the Genesis team in 2022. She has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Music and has been teaching music and leading youth and adult groups in music ministry for over 20 years. She has a passion for worshipping God through music of all types. She is married to her best friend, Chris, and has three wonderful daughters, one in college, one in middle school, and one in diapers. A native of Georgia, she enjoys vacationing at the lake and going to the theater.
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Helga Bogardus
CHOIR AND MUSIC DIRECTOR
Helga joined Genesis as interim choir director in 2021-22 and became permanent director in 2023. She is also an elementary music teacher. Originally from New York, Helga earned a Bachelor of Music in Education degree at the Crane School of Music at SUNY Potsdam. She moved with her family to North Carolina in 1996. Helga’s three daughters are married and have blessed her with five grandchildren. Her son is currently attending UNC Charlotte.
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Jeannie DeLeo
PRESCHOOL DIRECTOR
Jeannie DeLeo is the director of Genesis Christian Preschool. Jeannie’s daughter and son previously attended Genesis Christian Preschool. She is a former teacher and assistant director of the school. Jeannie grew up in Chesapeake, VA and has lived in North Carolina the past 17 years. Jeannie and her husband have a daughter in college, a son in high school, and two dogs.