Welcome to church. Welcome home.
Welcome to church. Welcome home.
Mark your calendar for Water Baptism Class on Thursday, April 9 from 7:30 to 8:30 PM at FGC. This required class prepares you for full‑immersion baptism during our Sunday Service on April 12 at 10 AM — a powerful declaration of being buried with Christ and raised to new life.
Join Foundations class and discover life‑giving truth while building meaningful, lasting friendships. You’ll gain confidence in reading the Bible, learn how to clearly express what you believe, and explore practical ways to live out biblical principles in your everyday life. Successful completion of the Foundations class is a prerequisite for becoming a member at FGC.
Meet the team.
Rev. Joel Hernández
Lead Pastor
Rev. Joel Hernández serves as the Senior Pastor of Full Gospel Church of Island Park, where he has faithfully led the congregation for seven years with a strong commitment to Spirit‑empowered ministry, biblical teaching, and community outreach. As an ordained minister with the Assemblies of God, he brings a deep passion for discipleship, missions, and the transformative work of the Holy Spirit. Pastor Hernández is known for his heartfelt preaching, compassionate leadership, and dedication to guiding believers toward spiritual growth and a vibrant walk with Christ. He ministers alongside his wife, Lydia, as they continue to nurture a warm, welcoming, multi-cultural, and Christ‑centered church family.
Rev. Veraliz Jordan
Worship & Media Pastor
Rev. Veraliz Jordan is licensed with the Assemblies of God and she is a graduate of Southeastern Bible College. She serves as the Worship & Media Pastor at Full Gospel Church of Island Park, where she leads the congregation into heartfelt, Spirit‑filled worship and oversees the church’s media ministry. Her leadership reflects a deep love for God’s presence, a commitment to excellence in worship, and a passion for equipping others to use their gifts for the Kingdom. Pastor Veraliz is known for her joyful spirit, creative vision, and dedication to building a worship culture that honors Jesus and strengthens the church family. She ministers alongside her husband, Al‑Amir Jordan, as part of the church’s pastoral team.
Rev. Debra Valentin Spagnoletti
Associate Pastor
Rev. Debra Valentin Spagnoletti is an ordained Assemblies of God minister with a Master of Arts degree. She has represented AG Women, directed the Long Island site of the New York School of Ministry, served as an adjunct professor at Lancaster Bible College in PA, and performed the title role of 'Ruth' for two seasons at Sight & Sound Theatres in Lancaster.
Her background also includes a successful career in international business, serving as Vice President of Compliance and Anti-Corruption of a $15‑billion investment bank and working on the oversight committee of the Financial Authority. She now brings that expertise to her work as an Abolition Advocate with the Church and Community Abolition Network (CAN), partnering with community leaders and law enforcement to strengthen awareness, detection, and prevention of human trafficking.
Her background also includes a successful career in international business, serving as Vice President of Compliance and Anti-Corruption of a $15‑billion investment bank and working on the oversight committee of the Financial Authority. She now brings that expertise to her work as an Abolition Advocate with the Church and Community Abolition Network (CAN), partnering with community leaders and law enforcement to strengthen awareness, detection, and prevention of human trafficking.
Pastor Antoine Williamson-Saunders
NextGen Pastor
Pastor Antoine Williamson‑Saunders serves as a youth ministry leader within the New York Ministry Network’s Youth Alive initiative, where he equips students and leaders across the state with a deep passion for evangelism, discipleship, and campus outreach. His ministry reflects a strong commitment to raising up the next generation of Spirit‑empowered leaders. Additionally, Pastor Antoine is an Army veteran and a medical chaplain. We are delighted to welcome Pastor Antoine as the newest member of the FGC ministerial team, along with his devoted wife, Peggy.