Katie Kuss
Katie Kuss is the Student Associate at GRACE Church Bethlehem. Katie loves to walk alongside students as they wrestle with their faith and to encourage them to ask questions and deepen their relationship with Jesus.
Katie received her B.A. in Psychology from The University of Northern Colorado with a minor in Human Services.
Katie has extensive experience as a worship leader and continues to enjoy leading worship. She resides in downtown Bethlehem and enjoys hiking, playing chess, and spending time with her friends.
Ben Kraihanzel
Ben Kraihanzel is the Kids Director at GRACE Church Bethlehem. Ben loves getting the privilege to teach kids about Jesus and interact with GRACE families. He is passionate about building and encouraging volunteer teams.
Ben received a B.A. in both Youth Ministry and History from Eastern University.
Ben coaches baseball at Bethlehem Catholic High School. Ben is married to Jess and enjoys golfing, building LEGO, and spending time with their dog,
Rev. Taylor Shade
Taylor Shade is the Next Generation Pastor at GRACE Church Bethlehem. Taylor loves to help kids and students learn about who Jesus is and how to follow him. He is excited to be a part of the incredible things God is doing in Bethlehem and the Lehigh Valley.
Taylor received a B.A. from Colorado Christian University and an M.A. in Theology and Ministry from Fuller Theological Seminary. After working in student ministry for over a decade in Colorado, Taylor and his wife, Emily, became house parents on a Texan ranch for at-risk teenage boys.
Taylor is married to Emily, who has spent her career working in ABA Therapy with both families and children. Taylor enjoys anything sports-related, traveling, and exploring and discovering all kinds of food.