Staff

Executive Director
Pastor Wayne Harrison

Pastor Wayne Harrison returned to Agape May 1, 2022 after previously serving as the Interim Executive Director from March, 2018 to January, 2020.  After his return in May as an Interim Director, he was then named Executive Director by the Board of Directors effective January 1, 2023.  He has served as pastor in two congregations in Michigan, and as Interim Pastor in 2 congregations in Ohio.  Before his first retirement in 2011 he served for 11 years as the Executive Director of Crossways Camping Ministries in northeast Wisconsin.  During his service in outdoor ministry he was very active in the formation of Lutheran Outdoor Ministries and served as Board President for two years as the organization began developing into the strong organization that now serves over 100 outdoor ministry sites in the country associated with the ELCA.  He earned a BA degree from the University of Michigan (1971), an MDiv from Luther/Northwestern Seminary (1977), and a JD from Thomas Cooley Law School (1988).

During his first term of service Pastor Wayne developed a passion for Camp Agape and those it serves.  His hope is that Agape Ministry will become a vibrant, year round, inclusive, sustainable ministry for all ages.  There is a lot of work to be accomplished to get there, but there has to be a beginning point at some time, and he believes, “The time for Agape is NOW!” 

Coordinator of Hospitality and Community Outreach
Erica Hardwig

WORK EXPERIENCE: Worked as an Insurance Agent, stay at Home mom for years, and booking and promotions for various Christian Organizations

FAMILY: Blessed to have 4 kids! Cooper is 16, Jocelyn 13, Gianna is 10, and Raegan is 8. And of course my fur baby and side kick, Bella

WHERE DID YOU GROW UP: I grew up in Irwin/North Huntingdon and graduated from Norwin H.S.

HOBBIES: Reading, Hiking, Fishing, horseback riding, and hockey

WHAT BROUGHT YOU TO CAMP AGAPE’: After my kiddos enjoyed summer camp here I started to help out with social media and other tasks around the camp which led me to the marketing position.

WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR DREAMS: I would love to see our camp grow so that we serve as many children and youth as possible! I am hopeful to see regular concerts and worship events to take place and goats! I think we need goats!

Administrative Assistant/Special Events Coordinator
Catherine McClelland

For the past 5 years I have experienced the joys of working at Camp Agape as the Administrative Assistant as well as planning some of our special events. Camp Agape has extraordinary sunrises, breath taking sunset, the changing of the seasons, and the abundant wild life. It has been an experience like no other.

I have the pleasure of sharing my life with my grandson and fur baby. I have a Bachelor Degree in Business Management from Robert Morris University, an Associate Degree from Penn Commercial in Business Administration, and an Associate Degree from Penn State in Liberal Arts. I enjoy walking, reading, quilting, sewing, cooking, and enjoy new ideas and experiences.

Please join me in experiencing all that Agape has to offer. Please come and join Agape in one of the upcoming events.

Office / Grounds / Outreach
Jackson Lucas

Jackson Lucas has served as staff at Camp Agape since Fall of 2022. He is currently a student at Champion Leadership Academy in Cannonsburg, PA, where he is pursuing his minister’s license. He also has served as a leader at his church’s youth group since Spring of 2023. He has attended and been a part of church conferences in New York and the greater Pittsburgh area for the past 3 years and has served his church and community in the capacity of being a part of Mission Washington which is an organization that helps the community of Washington County by rebuilding/cleaning homes, parks, and other buildings. Jackson’s main goal in life is to serve Christ to his fullest capacity, seeking His face daily in all things, ensuring that the next generation is guided by the Holy Spirit, and they know the truth about their father’s character. Jackson cannot wait to see what God does through the ministry here at Camp Agape!

Office / Grounds / Outreach
Mark Kessler

Mark Kessler has served Camp Agape on staff since Summer of 2022. He is currently a student at Champion Leadership Academy in Canonsburg, PA, where he has completed a successful year one; earning a ministry certificate. He is now attending year two, pursuing a minister’s license. Along with this, Mark is pursuing his four year online bachelor’s degree in Ministerial Leadership: Biblical Studies through Southeastern University. At Champion Christian Center, Mark serves on the production team, youth leadership team, Children’s ministry as a teacher, and works for the facilities team. His passion in life is his relationship with God, serving his community, and teaching this next generation the fullness of what God has for them.