NEW HERE?



NEW HERE?

What to Expect

We know it can be intimidating visiting a new church. However, we’d love to meet you! All are welcome to check us out at any time. Just come as you are and join in. We hope you’ll take a few minutes to explore and learn more about us. Below are some frequently asked questions that’ll hopefully help you feel more at home when you come to see us.

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Weekly services are held Sunday mornings at 10:15 AM and are usually 75 to 90 minutes. We offer Biblical teachings and God-centered worship services. It is our goal to develop discipleship through the the gospel and deepen our understanding and experience in Christ both in head and heart. The music at our services can be described as blended. We have a live band serve each week and our worship can include both hymns and contemporary praise songs.

Our attendance on a Sunday is about 150 people.

First and foremost, bring them! Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these” (Matt 19:14). If you desire such, we provide the opportunity for children in K-5th grade to be part of “Chapel Kids,” who meet just before the sermon during the service.

On Sunday mornings before the service, we offer a time of classes known as “Discipleship Hour” or “Sunday School” for children, students, and adults. Classes are held from 9:15 AM to 10:00 AM, giving everyone a chance to learn and enjoy fellowship and refreshments before church begins. Even if this is your first time visiting us, you’re welcome to join in!

If you are a follower of Christ, we would encourage you to participate in communion with us.

We are a non-denominational, Baptist church. Click to learn more about who we are and what we believe.

Feel free to wear casual and comfortable or formal.

STAFF BIO

Ethan Wittneben

YOUTH DIRECTOR

Email:

ethan.wittneben@wordoflifechapel.org

Family:

Wife Alexis

Education:

B.A. Pastoral Ministry and Biblical Studies from Lancaster Bible College

MDiv from Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary (in progress)

Ethan was born and raised in southeastern Wisconsin where he grew up enjoying music, guitar, sports, and spending time at various youth ministries.

After putting his parents through 19 hard years of raising and parenting, he moved to Estes Park, CO to attend Ravencrest Chalet, a Bible school part of Torchbearers International.

After his first year of school, he transferred to Lancaster Bible College (B.A. Pastoral Ministry and Biblical Studies) where he met his wife, Alexis, who he married on May 9, 2025.

When Ethan’s not doing youth ministry, he often finds himself invested in one of the many joys he had growing up: sports, music, guitar, etc. He also occasionally spends his time serving as a Chaplain Candidate for the  PA Army National Guard.

Ethan’s ministry goal is to minister and disciple within a community, nurturing its devotion to God, compassion for others, commitment to living by truth, and proclamation of Jesus. He’s grateful to have joined Word of Life Chapel in June, 2025 to achieve this goal through the church’s youth ministry.

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Marcia Heigel

OFFICE SECRETARY, ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

Email:

wolc@wordoflifechapel.org

Family:

Husband Keith

Marcia is no stranger to Word of Life Chapel – having grown up in the church, serving in Youth Ministry for over 40 years with her husband, Keith, and now serving as Administrative Assistant the last 16 years. Loving God’s Church and serving His people has always brought her great joy!

Marcia serves in the office throughout the week coordinating the calendar, events, and communications, all while supporting the pastor and ministry volunteers.

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Katie Aungst

CHILDREN'S MINISTRY DIRECTOR

Email:

katieaungst@gmail.com

Family:

Husband Dan, sons Josh and Andrew, daughter Maddie

I’m not originally from this area (born in Annapolis, MD), but I have enjoyed putting down roots here in Lancaster county.

I’ve been attending WOLC for the past 16 years, and it’s exciting to serve part time as the Children’s Ministry Director. I love to see kids learning the truths of who God is and experiencing the love and care of Jesus through this local body of believers. My background is in elementary education, but for the past 12 years, I’ve been at home with my 3 kids, which has been a huge blessing!

I have a passion to see young people become disciples of Jesus, as they trust in Him and learn what it means to follow Him for the rest of their lives. I enjoy reading, cooking, exercising, the outdoors and ice cream. I love Jesus and His Church. Walking with Him is, by far, the greatest joy of my life.

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Aaron Spoonhour

SENIOR PASTOR

Email:

aaronspoonhour@wordoflifechapel.org

Family:

Wife Heather and sons David, Micah, Caleb, Nathan

Education:

B.A. Pastoral Ministry and Biblical Studies from Lancaster Bible College

It’s my joy to serve and be served by our wonderful Creator as a pastor within His Church.

I was born and raised in Lancaster County. During the end of my freshman year, I received an intense desire for God’s Word and to preach His Word. Upon graduating from Donegal High School, God led me to the Adirondacks for Bible School to fuel and train my love for God’s Word & the Living Word Himself.

My desire for Christ and His Church only grew in the years to come, which eventually led me to pastor in Warrensburg, NY. After 7 years of ministry and 4 new family additions, God made it clear that He desired I move back to Lancaster, where I’m now blessed to be a part of the Word of Life Chapel family.

I truly enjoy being a pastor. I believe that our God is the greatest and I believe with all my heart that others should hear from Him and follow Him for that reason.

I also enjoy hiking, biking, running, hunting, and enjoying time with my wife and 4 boys.