Our Staff
Capital Area Christian Church
1775 Lambs Gap Road
Mechanicsburg, PA 17050-1614
717-732-1882
728-8860 (fax)
Don Hamilton, Pastor
Don has served as the pastor at Capital Area since September 1982. He is a graduate of Johnson Bible College, Cincinnati Bible Seminary, and Northwest Graduate School of the Ministry. Don’s wife, Gail, is a nurse practitioner and serves as the church worship director. Don and Gail have three children, Andrea, Lauren, and Kristin.
Cabot Lodge, Shepherding/Administrative Pastor
Cabot has served as pastor since August of 2005 and elder since 1984 here at Capital Area Christian Church. He is a Walsh College graduate and a retired Quality Manager in the aerospace industry. Cabot’s wife, Darcy, is a food server in the West Shore School District. They have raised two boys David and Jon. They also have a large extended family of children and grandchildren.
Lori Cartmill, Children's Pastor & Community Impact Director
Lori joined CACC's staff in the summer of 2003. Lori has long had a passion for children and has worked many years in our children's program here at the church. She also leads our teams for special children's events like Egg-A-Rama and Kid's Camp. Lori can often be found on Sundays in the midst of a crowd of kids! Lori's husband Rick, works for Alside Supply and they have two boys, Josh & Brandon.
Mike Russell, Youth Pastor
Before coming to CACC as Youth Minister, Mike lived 99.5% of his life in Maryland. Mike graduated from Lincoln Christian College with a Bachelor of Arts in General Ministry He enjoys spending time with his lovely wife Jenna and their two daughters Grace & Zoe.
TJ George, Pastor of Connection Ministries
TJ works hard to keep information flowing between our various ministries and also leads our ministry to welcome newcomers and help them find a ministry team that fits their personality, passion, gifts and skills. TJ's husband, Fred, is a Seafood Department Manager with Giant Foods Company - two boys Zachary & Hunter round out their household.