Staff
Pastor: Clayton LaPosta
Treasurer: Linda Hildebrand
Treasurer: Linda Hildebrand
Hello! My name is Clayton LaPosta. I’m 31 years old and was born and raised in the Tylerdale neighborhood of Washington. I graduated from Washington High School in 2010, Geneva College with a bachelor’s degree in Student Ministry in 2014, and the University of Dubuque Theological Seminary with my Master of Divinity degree this past spring.
While my faith in the Lord Jesus is the most important aspect of my life now, that hasn’t always been the case. I didn’t grow up in the church, but luckily I had folks in my life, especially my grandmother, who taught and modeled the Christian life in a really impactful way.
At some point during high school, the Lord called me to a genuine, saving faith, and I have trusted in him every since. For the past six years I have served as the Student Pastor at your neighbor church, Taylorstown Presbyterian, and it has been one of the greatest blessings of my life.
God has also blessed me with the most incredible and supportive wife, Leslie (Shipman) and our wonderful 3-year-old son, Gianni. In my free time I like to watch and follow our local and professional sports teams (plus my beloved Florida Gators), fish, cook, read (specifically Reformed Theology and Church/Presbyterian history), play the occasional video game, and just spend time with other people.
One thing you’ll quickly learn is that there really isn’t anything extraordinary about me. I am a great sinner loved by an even greater God. I do, however love the Lord, his church, and his Word. And luckily for me, God has a history of using ordinary people to do great things for his glory.
So as we begin this journey together, I am so excited to serve you all and to see how the good news of our great Savior can transform this community.
With love,
Clayton LaPosta
While my faith in the Lord Jesus is the most important aspect of my life now, that hasn’t always been the case. I didn’t grow up in the church, but luckily I had folks in my life, especially my grandmother, who taught and modeled the Christian life in a really impactful way.
At some point during high school, the Lord called me to a genuine, saving faith, and I have trusted in him every since. For the past six years I have served as the Student Pastor at your neighbor church, Taylorstown Presbyterian, and it has been one of the greatest blessings of my life.
God has also blessed me with the most incredible and supportive wife, Leslie (Shipman) and our wonderful 3-year-old son, Gianni. In my free time I like to watch and follow our local and professional sports teams (plus my beloved Florida Gators), fish, cook, read (specifically Reformed Theology and Church/Presbyterian history), play the occasional video game, and just spend time with other people.
One thing you’ll quickly learn is that there really isn’t anything extraordinary about me. I am a great sinner loved by an even greater God. I do, however love the Lord, his church, and his Word. And luckily for me, God has a history of using ordinary people to do great things for his glory.
So as we begin this journey together, I am so excited to serve you all and to see how the good news of our great Savior can transform this community.
With love,
Clayton LaPosta
email: lapostaclayton@gmail.com
cell phone: 724-420-7299 (call or text)
office hours: Monday - Thursday, 8 - 4
cell phone: 724-420-7299 (call or text)
office hours: Monday - Thursday, 8 - 4
Session
The Session of North Buffalo is made up of nine elders, elected by the congregation at the annual meeting. Session is the governing body of the church, guided by the pastor or assigned moderator. Elders are elected for 3 year terms and may repeat a second term. Rev. David Mason is the moderator of North Buffalo until a Pastor is selected. As of 2023, North Buffalo has a unicameral board.
Front row (L-R): Diana Donaldson, Debbie Durila, Betty Fisher
Back row: Bryan Bell, Clerk of Session Don Hanes, Moderator Rev. Dave Mason, Don Herschell
Not pictured: Lisa Hamilton, Janet Rhoades, Ron Westfall
Back row: Bryan Bell, Clerk of Session Don Hanes, Moderator Rev. Dave Mason, Don Herschell
Not pictured: Lisa Hamilton, Janet Rhoades, Ron Westfall
Sunday Services
In addition to Sunday morning worship, we offer Sunday School. For more details, click here.
Church History
A history of the church can be found here. Please note that this is a work in progress!
North Buffalo Cemetery
Our church is not affiliated with the neighboring cemetery. For information regarding the North Buffalo Cemetery, please contact the Cemetery board at 724-263-0091.