Rev. Nikki Hogarth lives just outside the City of Delaware with her partner, Matt, their four children, two dogs, a bearded dragon, and a dwarf hamster. She loves spending time outdoors—camping, hiking, kayaking, gardening, or enjoying a family picnic.

Nikki is a second-career pastor, following her first four years as a Community Organizer. She then served for 12 years as Director of Family and Outreach Ministries at Delaware First Presbyterian Church. She is passionate about community engagement and ministering alongside those on the margins. Nikki believes in meeting people where they are—so you’re just as likely to find her walking through neighborhoods or sharing a cup of tea in a coffee shop as behind a desk.

Shane G. Trace studied music at The Ohio State University, training with voice teacher Dr. Tamara Regensberger and choral directors Dr. Robert J. Ward and Dr. Hillary Apfeldstadt. While at OSU, he performed with the Men’s Glee Club, Symphonic Choir, and Chorale. Before joining Dublin Presbyterian, Shane served as Director of Music at New Horizons United Methodist Church and Glenwood United Methodist Church and has directed numerous music and theater productions throughout central Ohio.

In addition to his work in the arts, Shane is a certified fiscal professional and works for the State of Ohio’s State Employment Relations Board (SERB).

Joshua “Josh” Ice holds a Bachelor of Music from the University of Akron and a Bachelor of Music Education from Capital University. Before joining Dublin Presbyterian, he served for 12 years as music director at multiple churches in Columbus and Akron. Josh also accompanies schools and organizations across Ohio and has been a middle school choir teacher for nine years, currently teaching at Blendon Middle School in Westerville.

In his free time, Josh enjoys thrifting, teaching classes at his gym, reading a good mystery, and spending time with his cat, Phoebe.

Karen Damewood has been a lifelong resident of Central Ohio, growing up in Westerville and now living in the Dublin area with her four children and a lively menagerie of pets. She enjoys making the most of Dublin’s amenities to keep her family active, healthy, and happy. In her free time, Karen loves reading, cooking, and exploring new places with her family across the United States. She is delighted to support and serve the congregation at Dublin Presbyterian Church.

In her role Emily works with the families of the church to create meaningful opportunities for our youth and young adults to encounter God. She also is active in the community seeking ways that our congregation can partner with the wider community as we seek to be advocates for justice, cultivate compassion, and speed joy and hope beyond our walls!

Brooke Walters is a Dublin, Ohio resident and an active member of the DPC congregation, where she also participates in the DPC Praise Team. As Event Coordinator, Brooke oversees all weddings, funerals, and special events, ensuring each occasion is meaningful, well-organized, and memorable.

She and her husband, Patrick, are proud parents to their daughter, Ava. Brooke enjoys creating moments of connection and celebration for the DPC community and is dedicated to supporting the congregation in all its life events.