The leadership of this church in Ocala is committed to serving with humility, prayer, and biblical conviction. Our church leaders care deeply about helping people in Ocala grow in Christ, discover purpose, and become part of a healthy church family. We thank God for the opportunity to shepherd this church in Ocala and to serve the people of Ocala with integrity and love.
Jay Hassman
LEAD PASTOR
At the center of everything Pastor Jay does, whether in ministry, leadership, coaching, counseling, or everyday life, is a deep and unwavering love for God. Since surrendering his life to Christ, his journey has been marked by transformation, grace, healing, and a continual pursuit of God’s presence. He believes that true hope, wisdom, peace, and purpose are found only in Jesus Christ, and that every calling begins with intimacy with Him.
Pastor Jay serves as the lead pastor of Throne of Grace Fellowship in Ocala, Florida, where his passion is to see lives restored, families strengthened, and people awakened to the love and truth of God. His heart for ministry is rooted not in titles or recognition, but in surrender to the Holy Spirit and a commitment to faithfully serve others with compassion, authenticity, and biblical truth.
In addition to pastoral ministry, Pastor Jay recently graduated from Crown College with a Master’s Degree in Ministry Leadership with an emphasis in Leadership Coaching and Counseling. Through both his academic training and personal ministry experience, he is passionate about helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life’s challenges while growing spiritually, emotionally, and relationally. Whether through preaching, mentoring, coaching, counseling, or simply walking alongside people in difficult seasons, his desire is always to reflect the heart of Christ.
Pastor Jay believes that spiritual leadership begins at home and that faith must be lived out daily through humility, love, prayer, and obedience to God. His ministry is built on the conviction that no life is beyond God’s reach and that His grace still transforms hearts and rewrites stories.
Above all, Pastor Jay’s greatest desire is to know God more deeply and to live a life that brings glory to Him. In every opportunity and every season, his prayer is that Jesus would be seen, known, and exalted.
Joshua 24:15 (NIV) continues to serve as a foundational scripture for his life and ministry:
“But as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.”
This verse reflects the commitment that guides his home, his marriage, his ministry, and his mission to faithfully serve God and lead others into a deeper relationship with Him.
Pastor Jay serves as the lead pastor of Throne of Grace Fellowship in Ocala, Florida, where his passion is to see lives restored, families strengthened, and people awakened to the love and truth of God. His heart for ministry is rooted not in titles or recognition, but in surrender to the Holy Spirit and a commitment to faithfully serve others with compassion, authenticity, and biblical truth.
In addition to pastoral ministry, Pastor Jay recently graduated from Crown College with a Master’s Degree in Ministry Leadership with an emphasis in Leadership Coaching and Counseling. Through both his academic training and personal ministry experience, he is passionate about helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life’s challenges while growing spiritually, emotionally, and relationally. Whether through preaching, mentoring, coaching, counseling, or simply walking alongside people in difficult seasons, his desire is always to reflect the heart of Christ.
Pastor Jay believes that spiritual leadership begins at home and that faith must be lived out daily through humility, love, prayer, and obedience to God. His ministry is built on the conviction that no life is beyond God’s reach and that His grace still transforms hearts and rewrites stories.
Above all, Pastor Jay’s greatest desire is to know God more deeply and to live a life that brings glory to Him. In every opportunity and every season, his prayer is that Jesus would be seen, known, and exalted.
Joshua 24:15 (NIV) continues to serve as a foundational scripture for his life and ministry:
“But as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.”
This verse reflects the commitment that guides his home, his marriage, his ministry, and his mission to faithfully serve God and lead others into a deeper relationship with Him.
Julie Hassman
MINISTRIES DIRECTOR
Julie Hassman is a passionate educator and servant leader with a heart for helping others step into the light of God’s grace. A Florida native, Julie has traveled across the country, gaining valuable experience and education, including a Bachelor’s degree in Society, Ethics, and Human Behavior with a focus on Human Rights from the University of Washington.
Julie has served in a variety of roles including in the church that reflect her calling to care for the vulnerable, including work as a sexual assault and domestic violence advocate in Tennessee. She taught at The King’s Academy in Summerfield, where she played a vital role in shaping young minds and supporting the development of a new Christian school.
Her background also includes extensive experience in office and retail management, home health scheduling, and nonprofit service. A U.S. Navy veteran and certified in CPR and First Aid, Julie brings both strength and compassion to every aspect of her ministry and professional life.
Whether in the classroom, the community, or the church, Julie is committed to helping people find healing, purpose, and hope through Christ.
Julie has served in a variety of roles including in the church that reflect her calling to care for the vulnerable, including work as a sexual assault and domestic violence advocate in Tennessee. She taught at The King’s Academy in Summerfield, where she played a vital role in shaping young minds and supporting the development of a new Christian school.
Her background also includes extensive experience in office and retail management, home health scheduling, and nonprofit service. A U.S. Navy veteran and certified in CPR and First Aid, Julie brings both strength and compassion to every aspect of her ministry and professional life.
Whether in the classroom, the community, or the church, Julie is committed to helping people find healing, purpose, and hope through Christ.