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This Is NoVA Church

Rooted in Biblical Foundations

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Pursuing Christ-like Discipleship

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Learning to Love Our Neighbor

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Practicing Irrational Generosity

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Living in Sustainable Rhythms

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Nurturing Our God-Given Creativity

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Serious About Not Being Too Serious

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Rooted in Biblical Foundations ⋆ Pursuing Christ-like Discipleship ⋆ Learning to Love Our Neighbor ⋆ Practicing Irrational Generosity ⋆ Living in Sustainable Rhythms ⋆ Nurturing Our God-Given Creativity ⋆ Serious About Not Being Too Serious ⋆

Our Mission & Vision

Love God. Love Others. Make Disciples.

We aspire to be a community that embodies the presence of Jesus Christ for the flourishing of Northern Virginia and the world.

Our Story

Northern Virginia Community Church (NoVA) is a Christ-following community that meets on Sundays at Annandale High School in Annandale, Virginia. While we meet in Annandale, and are known as NoVA, we are composed of people from all over Northern Virginia, D.C., and Maryland, and from all walks of life. We believe the image of God is present in every individual. As a result, we strive to be a multiethnic, multicultural, multigenerational, creative community of Jesus-followers, encountering God’s transforming love and presence so we may participate in His work for the sake of the world.

NoVA originally began on October 3rd, 2021, as a combination of three National Community Church campuses. On September 7th, 2025, NoVA Community Church launched as a standalone church. From worshiping together in weekend services to meeting in groups among community during the week, from family connections to local serving opportunities, we seek to love God, love others, and make disciples in every area of life.

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Our Values

In a constantly changing world, we are anchored by God’s unchanging truth.
Our values are firmly rooted in the foundation of Scripture.
This is the lens through which we live, lead, and love.

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Our Team

Behind every great community are people who care deeply about its mission.

We are stepping into this adventure together as NoVA Community Church's founding team. Our team brings decades of combined experience in creating spaces where people can explore faith, build relationships, and find authentic community.

Our Staff

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    Marion Mason

    Lead Pastor
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    Jenni Wong Clayville

    Executive + Global Missions Pastor
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    Josh Coad

    Worship & Creative Arts Pastor
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    Ashlei Brathwaite

    Family Ministries + Local Missions Pastor
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    Jasmine Chestnut

    Community Pastor
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    Evan Pisani

    Youth Pastor
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    David Schellhaas

    Director of Communications
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    Amy Lebrecht

    Director of Hospitality
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    Sarah Abel

    Executive Assistant to Lead Pastor
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    Morgan Downing

    Executive Assistant to Executive Pastor
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Interested in Joining Our Staff?
Check out our current opportunities and introduce yourself!

Our Elder Team

  • Jason Cho

    Worship Team
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    Brian Clayville

    Men’s Community + Parking Team
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    Jenni Wong Clayville

    Executive + Global Missions Pastor
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    Jared Johnson

    Production Team
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    Jessica Johnson

    Worship + Communications Team
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    Giovanny Maria

    Family Ministries Team
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    Mariela Garcia-Maria

    Family Ministries Team
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    Marion Mason

    Lead Pastor
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    Tamika Mason

    Family Ministries + Local Engagement
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    Brent Penny

    Men’s Community + Parking Team
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    Derek Woodley

    Worship Team
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    Hannah Woodley

    Prayer Team
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    Mary Zackius-Shittu

    Singles + Family Ministries
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Interested in Serving?

Your gifts and talents have a place here. Whether you love working with kids, serving behind the scenes, playing an instrument, or welcoming new faces, there's a perfect place for YOU to serve alongside us in our community.

Serve with us!