Rev. Andy Oliver (he/him/his) is the pastor of Allendale United Methodist Church, a bold Justice Seeking/Reconciling Congregation committed to full inclusion and radical hospitality. Grounded in Wesleyan and liberation theology, Rev. Andy’s ministry weaves together creative liturgy, prophetic preaching, and hands-on community engagement. He is a passionate advocate for LGBTQ+ rights, immigrants, racial justice, reproductive freedom, climate action, and all people at the margins. Pastor Andy is deeply involved in local, statewide, and national advocacy. Under his leadership, Allendale has become a hub for social justice, partnering with justice-centered orgs beyond the local church.

Rev. David Franks (he/him/his) is Minister of Pastoral Support. A graduate of Pacific School of Religion/Graduate Theological Union in Berkeley, California, Rev. Franks held a number of pastorates in Northern California parishes before moving to St. Petersburg in 2003. He joined the Allendale UMC team after retiring from positions he held with Empath Partners in Care (EPIC), a subsidiary of Empath Health, providing supportive services to people living with HIV. David is committed to supporting people facing transitional times in their lives.

Cameron (he/him/his) is the Creative Director at Allendale UMC. He grew up on the other side of the Skyway in Manatee County and focused his education on Television Production, Theater Technology, and Graphic Design. Cameron has over ten years of church leadership experience working with several United Methodist congregations in both the Florida Conference and South Georgia Conference of the United Methodist Church, also serving as a camp counselor at Warren Willis United Methodist Camp and Conference Center. Some of Cameron’s skills include sound mixing, video editing, lighting design, stage design, web design, and graphic design. He loves learning new things and sharing what he’s learned with others.

Bruce (he/him/his) is Director of Operations here at Allendale. He was a Sonar Technician in the Navy; retired after 23 years as a journeyman press operator and trainer at The Times Publishing Co. Bruce enjoys art, creating videos, riding motorcycles, cats, and afternoon naps. He and his wife, Amy, continue to enjoy spiritual growth and serving in the Allendale community. Bruce is the creative mind behind many of our Pride float decorations and is grateful for the glitter gang that builds the float each year. Bruce also cooks meals for Wednesday night dinners alongside a tremendously helpful volunteer crew.

Diana (she/her/hers) is the Church Administrator. Originally from New York City, she spent several years traveling before settling in St. Petersburg in 2021 to raise her family. During her travels, she volunteered on farms across different countries, learning about agriculture and immersing herself in a variety of cultures—experiences that deepened her appreciation for community, service, and connection. With many years of experience as a pastry chef in the food industry, Diana eventually felt called to serve others in a different way. She is currently pursuing a B.A. in Psychology, with a focus on mental health and child development, and hopes to one day provide counseling to those navigating life’s challenges. At the church, Diana supports the day-to-day life of the community with warmth, organization, and care. Outside of work and studies, she enjoys being outdoors and going on adventures with her family.

Tru Mizzell (she/her) is the Director of Music Development. She has been a member of Allendale for years and is happy to work in and give back to the space that has always provided her with an unwavering and supportive community. She received her Bachelors of Arts in Music from Brenau University and is currently pursuing her Masters in Orchestral Conducting from the University of Texas. Tru has a passion for music and justice; she is combining the two by creating music ensembles (Tru’ Time Orchestra) that elevates the voices of musicians and composers that have historically been discriminated against in the world of classical music. Tru gains inspiration from music leaders that have already paved the way for her to pave the way for others.

Dylan Dames (he/him/his) is a multifaceted musical artist and community organizer based in Florida. He serves as the Music and Organizing Associate and as one of the Youth Directors at Allendale. He is actively involved in community engagement and advocacy.

Campbell (she/her/hers) is Co-Director of the Youth Group along with Dylan. She has been a member of Allendale since 2021 and was drawn to join the congregation for its strong involvement in social justice and advocacy for marginalized communities. Originally from Jacksonville, Florida, she moved to St. Petersburg in 2018 to attend the University of South Florida at the St. Petersburg campus. She earned her BS in Business Economics in 2020 and her MBA with a concentration in Data Analytics in 2022. Outside of her involvement at Allendale, she works at USF as Academic Administrator of the Online MBA program. Campbell is passionate about connecting with Youth and helping them develop their own spiritual relationships, thanks to her fond memories and experiences from being involved in her church’s youth group growing up. In her free time, she enjoys spending time in the Disney World parks and theorizing when Reputation (Taylor’s Version) will be released.