Leadership

Lead Pastor Dwight and Bonnie Allen have been devoted to ministry since 1976. After a brief retirement of just a few weeks, they determined that retirement was not suited for them and joined The Anchor Church in 2017. The Allens are proud parents of three children and grandparents to four grandchildren, and they have significantly contributed to the growth of The Anchor Church since their arrival.

Prior to this engagement, Pastor Allen and Sister Bonnie served faithfully at the Cooper City Church of God for 31 years, from 1985 to 2016. During their tenure, they successfully managed a diverse congregation representing more than 64 nations, facilitating consistent growth. While they recognize that growth can present challenges, the Allens remain dedicated to reaching individuals and families for the Kingdom of God.

Pastor Allen has a longstanding commitment to church planting and growth and is passionate about mentoring other ministers both within his home church and through the World Missions department. He served on the Church of God (International) World Missions Board for a decade from 1994 to 2014 and has held various other leadership roles, including participation on the National Pastor's Advisory Council, Florida State Council, Council of Eighteen, and the Florida Evangelism Board.

In recognition of their exemplary service, both the Allens were inducted into the Pentecostal Theological Seminary Hall of Prophets in 2015. They continue to serve faithfully, day in and day out.

Vickie Nitowitz was born and raised in Nassau County and has deep roots in the Callahan Church of God, where she grew up as a child. Her family has a long history within the church, and Vickie has faithfully served in a variety of ministry areas over the years.
She began teaching in Girls Clubs on Wednesday nights in 1991 and has since been involved in bus ministry, visitation ministry, and several outreach ministries. Vickie also worked for 29 years at the local Ace Hardware store before retiring in October 2025. She now serves part-time at the church, continuing to use her time and experience as another opportunity for ministry and service.

Kim Combs has devoted much of her life to serving her family, community, and church. Alongside her husband, Ron, she has been involved in music ministry in churches of many sizes for more than 54 years. Kim and Ron are blessed with two children and five grandchildren, who remain an important part of their lives even while living in other states.
Throughout her career, Kim has used her strengths in leadership, communication, organization, and administration to serve in nonprofit ministry settings. Her experience includes serving as a church secretary, music librarian and secretary, administrative manager at a home for teens, and most recently as Operations Director, Human Resources, and Compliance Officer at City Rescue Mission in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, where she served for 15 years. Kim is passionate about using her gifts and experience to support ministry and help others thrive.

Tina, originally from Largo, FL, holds an Exhorter's certificate from the Church of God. She has dedicated three and a half years to serving as a children's pastor at Elevated Church of God, focusing on children from kindergarten through fifth grade. Subsequently, she took on the role of Family Ministries Pastor at Christwalk Church of God, where she ministered to individuals ranging from infancy through 12th grade. Currently, Tina serves as the Director of Ministries at The Anchor Church, where she oversees the Christian Education department and is actively expanding initiatives in areas such as service and small group engagement. She is passionate about empowering individuals to reach their full potential in order to further the mission of spreading The Kingdom.

Ethan Thompson has dedicated over 12 years to ministry, beginning his journey at Cornerstone Church of God in Fairmount City, Pennsylvania, at the age of nineteen. During his three and a half years at Cornerstone, he served as both Youth and Associate Pastor. While in Pennsylvania, Ethan earned his Exhorter’s and Ordained Minister licenses. In 2017, he returned to The Anchor Church, where he stepped into his role as Youth Pastor, ministering to students ages 12–18. Alongside his full-time ministry, he earned his Ordained Bishop’s License and graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Liberal Studies from Lee University in May 2021. Ethan treasures time with his family and friends and carries a deep passion to see this generation experience a powerful move of the Holy Spirit that will shape their lives forever.

Rachel Thompson has been playing piano for over 19 years, complemented by six years of vocal training. Throughout her musical journey, she participated in district and national Fine Arts competitions in both piano and voice for seven years, receiving numerous awards. In 2023, she graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Church Ministries from Evangel University. Rachel is passionate about worship and committed to leading others into the presence of God. Her desire is to inspire people of all ages to use their gifts and passions for the advancement of God’s Kingdom.

 Austin Diotte is an award-winning multimedia creative with four years of experience in photography and graphic design and two years as a 3D artist. As a commercially licensed remote pilot and skilled videographer with four years of experience, he captures and produces dynamic content that inspires and connects with people across diverse platforms. He is earning his Associate’s degree in Digital Multimedia from Florida State College at Jacksonville and has achieved first place at the state level in both photography and graphic design competitions. His work spans infographics, brand identity, film recording, editing, and audio workflows—all focused on reaching and engaging a wide audience through impactful visual storytelling. Driven by a passion for technology and outreach, Austin continually seeks new and meaningful ways to share messages of creativity and faith. Beyond his professional pursuits, he enjoys short filmmaking, game development, and storytelling, using these mediums to encourage others to explore their own God given creative potential.

Sarah has dedicated 63 years to ministry. Throughout her career, she has served as a youth pastor for 10 years, an evangelist for approximately 30 years, and a pastor for around 12 years. Currently, she holds the position of outreach pastor, where she is responsible for engaging with visitors, visiting hospitals and homes, assisting senior adults, and providing counseling. Her commitment to helping others is truly commendable.