The Ministers and Staff
Reverend Victoria Ney: Pastor
Pastor Vicky is serving as the Senior Minister, beginning November 1, 2018.
A graduate of Princeton Theological Seminary in 1999, she served as Associate Pastor for Parish Life at the Presbyterian Church in Westfield (NJ) and Pastor/Head of Staff at the First Presbyterian Church in Springfield (NJ). She is an ordained minister of the Presbyterian Church (USA).
Pastor Vicky has had a long association with MCC, serving as organist for many years (before going to seminary), working with Dr. Wisznat, Dr. Johnson, and Rev. Fleming. She has been married to Richard Ney for over 30 years, has 2 sons, and is the proud grandmother of 2 grandchildren.
Carmella Marcheski: Administrative Assistant
Rob Tucker: Director of Music
Rob Tucker earned his BA in music at Wagner College in 1985. With a focus on Early Music and classical guitar performance, he continued studies at NYU Graduate School of Arts and Sciences. Rob was previously the tenor soloist here at Margate Community Church and now directs the Chancel Choir and Bell Choirs. He has been an active member of MCC for over 30 years.
Chris Simonini: Church Organist
Chris Simonini lends his musical talents to the MCC's Choir.
Betty Nathanson: Church School Coordinator
Betty Nathanson has been a teacher and program administrator for over 20 years. She has previously taught Church School at MCC for 17years. She will work with the Board of Christian Education to provide a Sunday School program. She will recruit teachers and communicate with families about special activities and events associated with Sunday School. Betty resides in Margate.
Cindy Facenda: Nursery School Director
Cindy Facenda graduated from Stockton University with a B.S. in Social Work. She’s a state-certified teacher with over 25 years of experience in early childhood education. Cindy resides in Absecon with her husband and their son and daughter