Freedom Christian Fellowship

Our church is governed by a team of elders. We encourage you to read our Bylaws if you have questions about how this works, or the responsibilities of the elders

Will Riddle – Will is lead elder of Freedom Christian Fellowship. He has a passion to renew the church to its historic and biblical roots, while developing 21st century systems to empower people to fulfill their potential in God. Will holds a Master of Divinity in Urban Ministry from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary and a B.A. from Duke University. Prior to coming to Cincinnati, Will was part of a church planting team in Boston. He may be contacted at

Brad Gruber – Brad is an elder of Freedom Christian Fellowship.  His passion is for authentic, life-changing Christianity.   Brad moved to Cincinnati from Dallas where he served at John G. Lake ministries in several capacities including divine healing and street ministry. In addition, Brad holds a Masters in Organizational Leadership and uses his skill as a management professional to advance God’s Kingdom. Brad may be contacted at

Joel Sweeney – Joel is an elder of Freedom Christian Fellowship.   Since his radical salvation, Joel has been pushing the boundaries of the deeper walk with God, and bringing that walk to others.   Joel was director of Teen Challenge in Bastrop, LA as well as staff member of John G. Lake Ministries in Dallas.   He brings significant life experience and skill in helping men recover from their addictive past.  He may be contacted at

Jaime Riddle – Jaime is Director of Education and Worship for Freedom Christian Fellowship.  A summa cum laude graduate of Duke University and former atheist, she is skilled in apologetics, biblical worldview, and a host of Christian topics.  She also holds a Masters in curriculum development.  She is a wife and homeschooling mother of four young children with a track record of victory in the face of adversity. She may be contacted at