Pastoral Staff
Lead Pastor
Kent Woodrow
Kent loves many things. He loves being husband to Anna and dad to Melody and Summer. He loves creative board games, engaging stories, good food, moving music, and a hearty laugh. He loves the messy beauty of church and doing life together with people from very different walks of life. But above all, Kent loves his Lord and longs for others to experience that same love.
If you’re looking for a place to belong, Kent gets it. It won’t take you long around Kent to realize he’s not just new to the area but to a lot of things that shouldn’t seem new. His upbringing in Mozambique has profoundly shaped Kent’s faith and perspective on ministry. But when it comes to ‘80s music and pop culture references, he’s still playing catch-up. Feel free to tease him about it—his wife Anna does all the time, especially as she introduces him to classic gems like The Office.
For the first decade of their marriage, Kent and Anna made homes and built friendships all over Missouri, North Carolina, and Virginia. Since July of 2024, though, the Woodrows have found their community here at Iron Works Church, and they’d love for you to find your place here, too.
ASsistant Pastor
Román González
Rev. Román González was born into a Christian family in southern México, and moved to the United States to attend college in Texas. After graduating, he moved to Philadelphia to attend Westminster Theological Seminary, where he graduated in 2021 with a Master of Divinity. His interests include Covenant Theology, Biblical Theology, Apologetics, Biblical Hermeneutics, and Biblical languages. He has a passion for teaching what he has learned, and has taught Biblical Hermeneutics and Greek at three Mexican Presbyterian seminaries. When he’s not studying or teaching, Román enjoys working out with a good audiobook, or trekking through downtown Phoenixville to get the best chai lattes at one of the various cafés.
Ruling Elders
Ray Rishty
Ray and his family live in Downingtown, but have long admired Phoenixville and its community. You'll often find him enjoying breakfast or a morning brew at Nudy’s or Steel City Coffeehouse.
1st term
Oct. 30, 2022–2025
Craig Newcomb
Craig enjoys hiking on local (and not-so-local) trails, but he can more often be found at home reading aloud with his family. A walk downtown is always better with ice cream from Brown's Cow.
2nd term
Nov. 17, 2022–2025
Paul Frick
In the early days of Iron Works, the core group prayed for people with gray hair. They got Paul. They got his love for Christ, the Scriptures, and music...but his puns came too. You can often find him at the MTB skills part of Reservoir Park, only occasionally testing gravity.
1st term
Nov. 12, 2023–2026
picture coming soon!
Drew Gess
bio coming soon!
1st term
Nov. 17, 2024–2027
Diaconate
Josh Williams
is ready to play a three- hour board game with you. He enjoys serving behind the scenes and eating Phoenixville’s best tacos from Guatemalan Kitchen.
2nd term
Aug. 8, 2024–2027
Patrick Gallagher
finds himself most at home when exploring a new hike in the Chester County woods. He also enjoys philosophy, gardening, ultimate frisbee, and watching a Phillies game with friends at Root Down.
1st term
Oct. 30, 2022–2025
Phil Diefenderfer
is a maker and problem solver who loves to use his 3d printer and soldering iron to create new things. He also enjoys reading, playing video games, and enjoying a fall bonfire with a drink and friends.
1st term
Oct. 30, 2022–2025
Jim Hart
is an avid golfer who generally prefers to be behind the scenes. He loves to read, travel, and brew beer (as a hobby); and loves the vibe in Phoenixville!
1st term
Nov. 12, 2023–2026
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Dave Brearly
aspired to be Mr. T when he was a child; but now enjoys spending his time exploring new hiking trails in the Phoenixville area, reading a good book, or playing a board game with his family.
1st term
Nov. 17, 2024-2027
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Josh Adams
Bio coming soon!
1st term
Nov. 17, 2024-2027
Staff
Finance & Operations ADMINISTRATOR
Annika Griffith
loves ice cream, notebooks, and short vacations in fantasy worlds. Her favorite thing about Phoenixville are the paintings and murals in unexpected places.
DIRECTOR OF Family Ministry
Sheyna Land
loves a clever meme, Shakespeare, and ripping open a new curriculum. PXV Faves: Pupusas and paperbacks, from Guatemalan Kitchen and Reads & Company (respectively).
Music & Graphic Design
Becky Olson
enjoys artsy hobbies (especially knitting), sharing playlists, and finding the perfect analogy. PXV Favorites: Brown's Cow and Reeves Park.
Facilities & Business Manager
Sarah Card
loves a good pun, the beach, coffee, and taking on creative projects and endeavors. PXV favorite: eating outside at one of the great restaurants on Bridge Street.
A/V Tech
Vienna Estes
No bio… yet!