Leadership Biographies

Steven & Marsha Welsh

Steven and Marsha have two children 10 yr. old daughter Lacy and 6 yr. old son Logan. Steve has been actively serving Jesus since 1989. He is employed by Dallas ISD. Marsha is employed by Mesquite ISD. Steven was touched by God's healing powers and was delivered from Colon Cancer in 2002. Steve is a walking testimony to the world that God is still in the business of performing miracles. He is gifted by the Holy Spirit to Pastor, Teach and proclaims Gods word and serves his people. He has taught Adult and children's Bible Study for the last 15 years at Mimosa Lane. His passion for people is evident when you have the pleasure of meeting him.

Lance & Stefanie Wendling

Lance and his wife Stefanie moved last year from Houston to Mesquite. After settling into their new home, Lance and Stefanie quickly fill in love with the Mimosa Lane "family". Lance is currently attending Criswell College majoring in biblical studies, while Stefanie is a PPCD teacher at Pirrung Elementary. Lance has been traveling and speaking in various denominations and public schools since 1992. His vision is to see the church use their God-given talents to glorify the Lord and see lost people encounter Christ as their Lord and Savior. Lance was born with spina bifida and is using his disability to reach hurting people. Lance and Stefanie Wendling are anticipating what great things God has in store for "The Gathering".

Donnie & Sharon Pyle

Donnie & Sharon Pyle has been blessed with one son, three daughters, and 13, yes 13 grandchildren. The Lord also blessed them when he led them to Mimosa Lane Baptist Church where they've found that love and Christian fellowship abound. Donnie is self-employed and is also an Elvis Tribute Artist (Impersonator). Being "Elvis" opens a lot of doors and allows him to share the Gospel with those he might not be able to otherwise. Through his passion for Elvis Gospel music, God led Donnie to the Gathering to share his love of music, of people, and of the Lord. Sharon is involved with Women on Mission and delights in teaching God's word and sharing in Donnie's music ministry at "The Gathering". Mimosa Lane and "the Gathering are blessed to have them both.