God is still writing our story!
We would love for you to visit us in person at our weekly worship gathering. We meet every Sunday morning at 10AM at 22625 Atlanta Road, Seaford, DE.
The story of ARAC is not about a building, a program, or a method. It’s about people—people of all ages who need to find the purpose in life that God has given them. Atlanta Road Alliance Church (ARAC) began in 1978 with a small number of families that desired to cooperate with God in developing fully devoted followers of Jesus. This has continued with real people, with real problems, on real journeys, seeking a real God.
We are a community of people from a variety of backgrounds, interests, and life stories who have a desire to explore what it means to LOVE God, LOVE each other and LOVE the world around us. We are a safe place, regardless of where you are in your faith journey, to learn more about Jesus while also growing in meaningful relationships with others.
The story of ARAC is not about a building, a program, or a method. It’s about people—people of all ages who need to find the purpose in life that God has given them. Atlanta Road Alliance Church (ARAC) began in 1978 with a small number of families that desired to cooperate with God in developing fully devoted followers of Jesus. This has continued with real people, with real problems, on real journeys, seeking a real God.
We are a community of people from a variety of backgrounds, interests, and life stories who have a desire to explore what it means to LOVE God, LOVE each other and LOVE the world around us. We are a safe place, regardless of where you are in your faith journey, to learn more about Jesus while also growing in meaningful relationships with others.
OUR MISSION
The mission of ARAC is to grow in our capability and willingness to LOVE God, LOVE each other and LOVE the world around us that does not yet know Jesus.
OUR TEAM
Weldon Lemke
Lead Pastor
Weldon grew up in Western Canada but has lived in the Northeastern US since 1997. He is married to his wife (Yvonne) with two grown married children and three grandchildren. A graduate of the University of Saskatchewan (undergrad) and Alliance Theological Seminary (post-graduate), Weldon has worked in both the business world and in full time pastoral employment. He joined ARAC in 2020 with a passion to see people come to know God and grow up to maturity in Him.
Mike Greenleif
Associate Pastor
Mike grew up in Ashtabula, Ohio and recently relocated to Sussex county to join our team! He has an undergraduate degree in Youth and Sports Ministry, two master’s degree in Christian Studies at Crown College and Special Education Degree at Youngstown State University. Mike enjoys learning which led him to teach in a public school in concentration of Special Education and assist in equipping students for ministry through the LEAD program. He loves being with his family of eight children and wife of 15 years, and has many interests that include sports, weightlifting, being around people, saltwater fish tanks, coaching (wrestling, football, and softball) camping, fishing, and many other outdoor adventures.
Jody Greenlief
Administrative Assistant
Jody grew up in Ashtabula, Ohio, and has resided in Delaware since July 2023 when she relocated with her husband and 8 children. Jody graduated from Edinboro University of Pennsylvania with a degree in General Education and a minor in Music. Jody worked in the dental world for 13 years as an administrative assistant and dental assistant. She loves serving her church family, and hanging out with her friends and family.
Andy Chupp
Facilities Supervisor
Andy was born to Amish parents in Wyoming, DE, and has resided in Delaware for all but two years of his life. Andy is a master carpenter whose craftsmanship is showcased in numerous local buildings. When he's not overseeing the upkeep of our church building and grounds, Andy enjoys hunting and fishing.
The C&MA
ARAC is part of a group of churches, called the Christian & Missionary Alliance (C&MA) that whole heartedly live based on the truths of the Bible. The C&MA focuses on planting churches in the United States and overseas. Alliance international workers minister among the least reached peoples. Alliance founder A. B. Simpson had a call from God to reach the lost masses both in New York and around the world. He set up the Missionary Training Institute (MTI) to provide training and resources for men and women God was calling to take the gospel to the world. Click the button below to read more about what the C&MA believes about God, how He relates to us, and how we relate to Him is foundational in its teachings.