Our Leadership
José Luna
Associate Pastor
I was born and raised in Philadelphia, PA, before moving to Wise, VA, where I spent ten years serving at Camp Bethel in various roles including as Maintenance Director and Program Director. I earned my undergraduate degree in Civil Engineering from Temple Universitry and later pursued a Master of Divinity through Liberty University.
While living in Wise, I helped launch a college ministry called The Gathering at UVA-Wise and volunteered at Highlands Fellowship, where I served as a Technical Producer for Sunday services. Worship and discipleship are deep passions of mine, and I strive to lead others through encouragement, creativity, and servant-hearted leadership. In 2018, I joined First Church as Associate Pastor, where I continue to serve the congregation through teaching, pastoral care, and outreach.
In my free time, I enjoy reading, playing guitar, drinking (lots of) coffee, photography, and rebinding Bibles.
Robin Kilgore
Interim Administrator
Director of Children & Family Ministries
Robin is a lifelong resident of the Peninsula and began attending First Church at a young age. A graduate of Riverside School of Nursing and Christopher Newport University, she now serves the local community as a Registered Nurse.
In addition to her professional career, Robin has played an integral role in First Church’s leadership, helping to shape the church’s focus and direction. With a deep commitment to nurturing young hearts and supporting families, she has spent the last 25 years building meaningful connections within the church community and coordinating programs that encourage children and their families to grow in their faith and experience the joy of God's love.
She is honored to serve alongside her husband, Jason and thankful for their daughter, Madison, both who share the same commitment to the local church and its ministries.
Stephen Huber
Youth Director
Stephen was born and raised in Newport News, VA, and has a heart for youth ministry. Inspired by the life-changing impact Young Life had on him, Stephen is passionate about mentoring teens and making a difference in their lives, just as his leaders did for him.
When he’s not actively serving in youth ministry, Stephen enjoys spending quality time with his wife, Kaitlyn, and their two sons, Mason and Oliver. A lifelong baseball enthusiast, Stephen’s favorite pastime is cheering for his all-time favorite team, the Boston Red Sox—Go Sox!