Dynamic Community
The Body of Messiah is the new humanity in Christ; to that end Messiah Congregation seeks to be a house of prayer for all peoples. This mission is reflected in our membership, visitors, and missions around the world: Jew and Gentile, one in Messiah, while uniquely expressing their ethnic and cultural background.
All are welcome
The worship services of Messiah Congregation are a unique mixture of contemporary Christian music, Jewish liturgy, messianic praise, and hymn traditions celebrating and glorifying the Lord.
Member Congregation
Congregational Ministers
The ministers of Messiah Congregation are licensed or ordained by Restoration Fellowship International, as well as the congregational officers of Messiah Congregation.
Justin D. Elwell serves as the congregational rabbi of Messiah Congregation. Along with his congregational responsibilities, and busy international speaking schedule, he teaches courses in Biblical Studies at Timothy Seminaries International. Justin is the Presiding Bishop of Restoration Fellowship International, and President of the Board of Directors for Timothy Seminaries International. He has a passion for teaching the Word of God to people of all ages and backgrounds, in a way that makes the spiritual both approachable and practical. He has earned a Doctor of Theological Studies degree (Biblical Ethics), and a Doctor of Theology degree (New Testament).
Justin, and his wife Renee have two adult sons. When not in the office, he is an avid outdoorsmen, hiker, backpacker, kayaker, musician, and ADK 46er.
Renee Elwell
Renee leads the women’s ministries and coordinates special ministry events. She is ordained with RFI and has a Bachelor of Arts degree in writing, and an Associate of Arts degree in paralegal studies.
Rev Sharon LaBella, R.N.
Pastoral Counselor
Reverend Sharon LaBella, R.N. is a gifted teacher, mentor and pastoral counselor. Sharon draws from her professional experience as a registered nurse, and her years of study in God's Word to foster healing and growth in the Body of Messiah. Sharon is ordained with Messiah Congregation and Restoration Fellowship International.
New Beginning Healing Center
An outreach to the community providing Christian based counseling and values. For more info or scheduling call Pastor Sharon LaBella:
315-404-7878.
Deacon Jose and Coen Marrero
Jose and Coen Marrero lead our Monday night youth ministry. They lead an engaging evening of games, fellowship and Gospel-centered teaching for teens 7th - 12th grades.
Deacon Jose, Rabbi Justin, Pastor Don and Pastor Chris
