Our Pastor


Pastor Bill Shuler holds  a doctorate in Leadership and Organizational Management from Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary. His writings have been published by national news organizations. He was appointed by the Attorney General to serve on the National Advisory Committee on Violence Against Women. He and Lisa have been married since 1988 and have three daughters.

About Pastor Bill

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Dr. Shuler has ministered extensively throughout the United States and in over 30 nations of the world. He served for eight years as a University Chaplain and Dean of Spiritual Affairs at Oral Roberts University in Tulsa, Oklahoma where he helped shape the lives of multiplied thousands of students, sent hundreds of students around the world on short term missions and spearheaded programs that mobilized over 25,000 volunteer hours into community service on a yearly basis.

Pastor Bill and his family moved to the Washington, D.C. area on September 1, 2001 with a call from God to pioneer a ministry. Ten days later the Nation’s Capital and the world was shaken amidst terrorist strikes on the Pentagon and World Trade Center. In response to these tragic events, a national headquarters for prayer was leased one block from the U.S. Capitol building on September 12, 2001. This was the start of Capital Life Church.

Capital Life Staff

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Lisa Shuler

Associate Pastor & Co-Founder

Pastor Lisa is a co-founder and Associate Pastor of Capital Life Church, serving alongside her husband, Pastor Bill, in shaping the heart, culture, and spiritual life of the church.

She leads with deep conviction and joy, modeling a genuine, people-centered faith that values relationship with God and others. Lisa oversees Capital Life’s women’s ministry, Above All Else, and provides leadership to the church’s young adult community (C3), investing intentionally in discipleship and spiritual growth.

Known for her warmth, approachability, and passion for people, Pastor Lisa serves with faithfulness and tenacity, supporting the vision of the church through teaching, connection, and pastoral presence.

Dr. Julie Geddes

Ministry & Operations Pastor

Pastor Julie serves as the Ministry & Operations Pastor at Capital Life Church, overseeing Life Groups, Connections, and key ministry systems that support the health and rhythm of the church.

She brings together pastoral care, organizational clarity, and relational leadership, serving as a trusted bridge between senior leadership and staff and volunteer teams. Julie is known for her compassion, patience, and wisdom, helping ensure that both people and systems are cared for well.

She is passionate about discipleship, mentoring leaders, and fostering environments where individuals and teams can grow in faith, community, and purpose.

Jeff Abyad

Worship & Creative Pastor

Pastor Jeff serves as Worship & Creative Pastor, leading the planning and execution of worship gatherings while overseeing the creative, media, and production teams at Capital Life Church.

He leads with a conviction that life in Christ is formed through intimate connection with God and shaped in community. Jeff brings together creativity, technology, and thoughtful leadership to create meaningful, distraction-free environments where people can encounter God.

He is passionate about developing servant-hearted leaders and empowering teams to serve with excellence, care, and confidence.

Andy Rogers

Family Ministries Pastor

Pastor Andy serves as the Family Ministries Pastor at Capital Life Church, overseeing ministry to children and families across all stages of life.

He is passionate about making faith accessible, engaging, and real for the next generation, creating environments where kids can encounter Jesus in ways that are joyful, meaningful, and lasting. Andy brings energy, warmth, and intentional care to everything he leads.

Known for his genuine spirit and relational approach, Andy loves connecting with families and equipping parents with biblical tools to lead well at home. He faithfully follows God’s call on his life and serves with deep love for both his family and the people entrusted to his care.

Aubrie Shuler

Administration & Communications

Aubrie serves in administration and communications at Capital Life Church, helping ensure that people feel informed, supported, and connected to the life of the church.

She plays a key role in managing day-to-day communication, including weekly newsletters, announcement content, and visual materials that keep the church organized and engaged. With a strong eye for design and a sensitivity to both detail and people, Aubrie brings clarity and creativity to the church’s internal and external communication.

Known for her kindness, empathy, and reliability, she serves with a genuine love for God, her family, and the church community, helping translate vision into practical next steps for staff and congregation alike.

Taylor Welgoss

Social Media Director

Taylor serves as Social Media Director at Capital Life Church, leading the church’s online presence with creativity, conviction, and relational insight.

She is passionate about extending the church’s ministry beyond its physical walls, using social platforms to share encouragement, truth, and moments of connection that resonate with people in everyday life. Through thoughtful content, storytelling, and engagement, Taylor helps create digital spaces where faith feels accessible and inviting.

Known for her warmth, joy, and spiritual sensitivity, she brings both discernment and energy to her work, faithfully stewarding the church’s voice online and fostering meaningful connection through digital ministry.

Serve on a Ministry team.

Pastor Andy

Family Ministries
Family Ministries serves Nursery through High School! Make an impact by teaching our children to pursue Christ in their generation.

Josh Queen

Production
Use creativity to engage the church in worship (in person and online) with media, lights, camera or  audio production. Experienced or not.

Aaron Wulf

Ushers
We are take care of our congregation, provide information to visitors and help run logistics before, during and after services. 

Stephanie Bruce

Hospitality
The goal of the Hospitality ministry is to make each and every person coming through the door feel like they’ve walked into the home of a friend.

Sharon Veeravalli

Christ Centered Community (C3)
We are passionate about reaching, connecting and empowering young adults in their 20s and 30s to bring the Kingdom into their spheres of influence.

Various Leaders

Outreach
The greatest measure of Christ in us is how we treat the least fortunate. We offer regular opportunities for you to put your faith into simple action. 

Christina Wryter

Worship
If you have a heart to worship and the musical skill to ace an audition, we would love to talk more about how you can serve our church with your talent.

Various Leaders

Prayer
The prayer team at Capital Life Church is committed to prayer and intercession for the local church body, church leadership, and those in need.