Our PastorS
Rev. Jude Urso, an ordained Elder in the Global Methodist Church, has been serving the Elrama Community Church since its founding in 2023. Pastor Jude is an active member of both the Monongahela and Elrama Volunteer Fire Companies.
Pastor Jude holds a M. Div. from Asbury Theological Seminary and a B.A. in Hotel, Institutional and Restaurant Management from Mercyhurst University. Pastor Jude is also a Lewis Fellow through Wesley Theological Seminary. Pastor Jude served as a United Methodist minister for twenty-four years before retiring in June of 2023.
In his free time Pastor Jude enjoys golfing, hiking and a good cup of coffee. Pastor Jude has two adult daughters that are in college and a younger daughter that resides with him in Carroll Township.
Pastor Jude holds a M. Div. from Asbury Theological Seminary and a B.A. in Hotel, Institutional and Restaurant Management from Mercyhurst University. Pastor Jude is also a Lewis Fellow through Wesley Theological Seminary. Pastor Jude served as a United Methodist minister for twenty-four years before retiring in June of 2023.
In his free time Pastor Jude enjoys golfing, hiking and a good cup of coffee. Pastor Jude has two adult daughters that are in college and a younger daughter that resides with him in Carroll Township.
Rev. Scott Miller is an ordained Deacon in the Global Methodist Church, serving both Elrama Community Church and its sister church, South Hills Community Church since 2025. Pastor Scott serves bi-vocationally, balancing his ministry with a career in Information Technology.
Pastor Scott has completed the required coursework for his Deaconship through the Course of Study programs at United Theological Seminary in Ohio and Asbury Theological Seminary in Kentucky, where he continues pursuing his Elders classes. He holds dual Bachelor of Arts degrees in Political Science and History, along with a Master of Public Administration degree, all from the University of South Carolina. Prior to his current call, Pastor Scott served as a Licensed Local Pastor in the United Methodist Church from 2018 to 2024.
In his spare time, Pastor Scott enjoys shooting, home improvement projects, and playing the piano. He and his wife, Natalie, reside in the Robinson area of western Pennsylvania. Between them, they have four adult children.