SENIOR PASTOR

Dwight comes to Mount Pleasant from a varied background in Sales, Retail Management, Restaurant Management, Camping Ministry and Church Ministry. God used this unique journey to prepare him for ministry at Mount Pleasant which began in July of 2020. He has a desire to use Scripture and his experiences to assist others in their walk with God. Encouraging, equipping, and reaching the community through teaching and service are areas Dwight is passionate about.

Dwight has been married to Susan, who is a vital support in ministry, for 38+ years. They have a grown son and daughter, a granddaughter and grandson, and a fluctuating number of foster grandkids. When he can find time Dwight enjoys hunting, fishing, the Orioles and Flyers, and camping with the family and friends.

DIRECTOR OF CHILDREN & YOUTH MINISTRIES

Neville Dumisinkosi Ncube was born in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe, and was raised in a Christ-centered home shaped by ministry in both Zimbabwe and the United States. From a young age, he served in the local church through music and ministry at Brethren in Christ Church Nkulumane Main, where his father served as pastor.

 After relocating to the United States with his family in 2015, Neville completed his secondary education at Donegal High School in Pennsylvania. He went on to pursue collegiate athletics and higher education at Central Penn College, where he completed one academic year. Following this season, Neville entered a formative gap year characterized by personal refinement and spiritual growth, which deepened his reliance on the Lord and brought greater clarity to his calling to ministry. During this time, he became actively engaged in evangelism through street outreach, workplace ministry, and social media—faithfully sharing the gospel and encouraging others to remain steadfast in their faith.

 In 2024, Neville was accepted to Lancaster Bible College as he sought to pursue a biblically grounded education. He later spent an extended period in Zimbabwe alongside his parents, who serve as missionaries overseeing the Brethren in Christ Church Nono District (which has 73 churches). During this time, Neville traveled throughout the district, ministering across numerous churches and participating in preaching and teaching within youth and children’s services.

 Neville values time with family and friends, enjoys playing and watching soccer & basketball, and has a keen interest in cultural exploration and relating to people from all walks of life. He is passionate about evangelism, discipleship, and living out the gospel of Jesus Christ, and he continues to seek God’s direction as he prepares for future ministry and theological training.

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

Raised in Fleetwood, PA, Laura moved to Lancaster when she married James Kopp in 2004. Laura worked as a Registered Nurse in outpatient surgery for 17 years, before stepping away to be more available for her family. God used her time in the medical field to prepare her for her calling as a church administrator. In her role, Laura is responsible for managing the church office, serving as the liaison for ministry leaders and local ministries, and various other administrative tasks that arise in our church's life.

James and Laura have two children, Logan and Makiah, who attend Mount Calvary Christian School in Elizabethtown. They enjoy life on the family farm raising hogs and working together to complete the chores that come with life on a farm. She enjoys camping with her family and reading books in her spare time.