Our Pastors

Rev. Dr. Philip McVay

Lead Pastor

Philip, "with 1 L" is now serving his second appointment to Shalimar. Philip's first service to Shalimar was as a young pastor, early in his pastoral career. He met his wife, Karen, in the church and got married in the same sanctuary he now preaches in almost every Sunday. Philip and Karen are blessed to have three grown daughters and a grandson. In his free time, Philip likes to run, spend time outdoors, and play his guitar.

Rev. Dr. Brad Bradford

Worship Pastor

Brad is a Texan who has served in Texas, Alabama, and Florida. Brad enjoys cycling, spending time with Rhonda, his 2 daughters and their five grandkids!

Rev. David Garvin

Youth Pastor

David grew up in Panama City. He loves the beach life, spending time with students, and playing keys in worship.

Rev. Matt Langford

Associate Pastor

Matt and his wife Anne Claire are from Greenville, AL. He enjoys spending time playing music, tennis, and golf and has come to love living on the coast already!

Our Staff

Pat Brantley

Church Office Manager

Pat is from NC and an avid Tar Heel fan. She and Jim have been church members since 1969. Pat enjoys scrapbooking, hosting a scrapbooking weekend each month here at the church.

Abigail Denney

Church Media & Communication

Abigail graduated from UWF with a Bachelors degree in Communication. She grew up in the youth group at Shalimar UMC. You can find her at the beach reading a book or with her friends at Burrito Del Sol.

Leigh J. Rice

Joyful Place - A Respite Ministry

Leigh is a lifelong resident of Okaloosa County and lives in Shalimar with her husband of 27 years, Brian. She has two sons, Evan and Eric who will always be her “little boys” although they are both adults and 6 feet tall. Leigh volunteers with a local dachshund rescue, loves fishing, traveling, boating, and spending time with family and friends. She has a masters degree in Therapeutic Recreation and has dedicated her career to serving others.

Scott Newbold

Administrator

Scott graduated from Florida State University school of business. He lives in Shalimar with his wife, Janet, and three children - Kirk, Joanna and Kevin.

Dawn Rozofsky

After School & Summer Camp Ministry

Dawn and Willie live in Shalimar and have 3 children–Sierra, Hannah, Gage, and 2 dogs. She loves to craft, bike paddle board, and camp.

Ben Savage

Worship Ministries Associate

Ben grew up in Fort Walton Beach and is married to his lovely wife, Angelina. He has 4 kids: Nathan, Ryan, Lillian, and Bethany. Loves music and tech. Go Noles! Romans 12:12.

Sarah Hicks

Children's Director

She received her BA in Christian Ministry, with a focus in Children’s Ministry from Laurel University. She has two young adult children – Hunter, 20, and James, 24. Be still and know that I am God. Psalm 46:10

Karen Jadin

Preschool Director

If you ask Karen, she'll say she has the best job at the church. She loves teaching at the Preschool, loves to bake, and loves Star Wars.

Tony Mallini

Finance

Tony is a graduate of Georgia State and served in the U.S. Army. He and his wife Carol have two children. Tony has served multiple positions here, starting in 2011.

Denise Heath