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Pastors & Staff

KEITH CROSS

 Lead Pastor 

Pastor Keith joined the staff at Victory in 2011. He first served as the Children's Pastor, before stepping into the role of Next Gen Pastor, overseeing family ministry. Pastor Keith assumed the Lead Pastor position in May 2020. He is passionate about growing the Kingdom of God and works tirelessly to that end. PK is quick to smile and you can hear his car before you see him. He and his wife, Angela, have two children, Ava and Anthony.

len burdick

Senior Associate Pastor | Worship & Pastoral Care

Pastor Len has been on staff at Victory for over 25 years, since 1997. Pastor Len is passionate about worship and the community and he founded the Winchester Community Choir in 2009, which has grown to include 30 area churches and over 100 voices. Everything reminds PL of song lyrics. Pastor Len cares deeply for people making him the perfect pastor to oversee pastoral care at Victory. He and his wife Susette have 1 daughter.

Pete Duncanson

Family Life and Discipleship Pastor

Pastor Pete joined the Victory staff in October 2021, coming to us with years of experience at other churches.  He and his wife, Hannah (Wolfe), spent a lot of their formative years here at Victory.  Hannah grew up here, and Pastor Pete attended VC as a teenager. Hannah is an elementary school teacher in Frederick County and together they have two young sons.  Pastor Pete and Hannah oversee our Children’s Ministries as part of Family Life. Pastor Pete has a gift for understanding people deeply, and bringing harmony and humor to tough situations. 

sarah huff

Youth Pastor

Pastor Sarah grew up attending Victory  and has been a part of the staff since 2019 serving as the Youth Pastor. She and her husband, Bradford, have one daughter. They met here at Victory and are excited to continue to be a part of this church community. She's enthusiastic, passionate, and gets work done before others even begin to think about it.

Hartley wigfield

Pastor Emeritus

Pastor Hartley Wigfield came to what was then First Assembly of God in November 1963 and served as Senior Pastor until his retirement in March 1993.  He has since been very active in everything at Victory Church, especially our Olive Branch Food Pantry. At 96 years old, he continues to exude love, wisdom, and warmth. He is a deeply loved pastor by everyone.

Jose (joe) Medina

Facilities Manager 

Joe has 25+ years of experience in the facilities and customer service field, both in the government and commercial arena. He's hard-working, knowledgeable, and quick to laugh. He and his wife, Heather, have four sons and three grandchildren. In his spare time, he coaches basketball. Joe loves being a part of the Victory team, and we feel blessed to have him here.

Haley cartwright

Administrative Assistant & Media Manager

Haley has been on staff since 2018 and the office could not function without her. In addition to assisting the pastors, Haley oversees the website, app, and social media. She loves Victory with a passion, and feels excited each day to come to work. Haley has two sons and a daughter.

Kelly Robichaud

Receptionist

Kelly joined our staff in 2022 and blesses our office with a wealth of experience, knowledge, faith, and humor. In addition to being much more than a receptionist, Kelly is quick to pray with others when needed and offer encouragement. Kelly is married and has three children. 

Cheryl Beasley

Finance Assistant

Cheryl has been apart of the Victory staff for fifteen years, serving in many different capacities, including pastoral care, women's and children's ministries, and most recently in the finance department. One of her greatest accomplishments for Victory was spearheading the opening of our Victory Kidz Care in 2021. She continues to offer major support to this ministry. Her warmth, sweet smile, quiet strength, and spiritual depth bless all who know her. Cheryl and her husband, Scott, have two daughters and have recently become grandparents, giving her the beloved title of "Gi Gi". 

Angela Cross

Rainbow Express Preschool Director

Angela became the Rainbow Express Preschool director in 2020, stepping into the role after years of being employed as a teacher for REP. Her attention to detail and love for the lives we touch through our preschool is apparent. She juggles many roles as director, wife to our lead pastor Keith Cross, and mom to two, and she does it all with style and a smile.

Laura Grace 

Victory Kidz Care Director

Laura came to VKC in 2023 with experience in management, childcare, and accounting. She loves serving in church and taking care of her family. Her desire to be used for the Kingdom in this ministry is apparent and is foundational to who we are. Laura has one daughter.

ron Sheckels

Upward Sports Director

Pastor Ron began full-time ministry in 1983 as a Youth Pastor in Minnesota, eventually becoming a Lead Pastor. He served also for several years as the administrator of a Christian K-12 school in Florida. After a cancer diagnosis in 2014, Ron retired and became busier than ever. He has recent experience with directing Upward Sports locally and we are excited to now have Ron’s expertise and passion in leading this program at Victory. Ron and his wife Sally have been married for over four decades.