Meet the Deacons
Ross Duhaime, Chairman
Ross and his wife Cheryl have three children: Olivia, Matthew, and Valerie. The whole family are incorrigible Boston Red Sox fanatics. Ross now serves as the chairman of the deacons and has also overseen the Deacon's Fund. More about Ross...
John Gammichia
John and his wife Hilda have three children: Luke, Madison, and
Noah. John is known for his servant's heart and many have been blessed
by his deeds over the years. He previously served as the chairman of
the deacons. Hilda faithfully serves as the OPC Women’s Ministries
Coordinator, served the OPC Nursery as a team leader and also serves at
Orangewood Christian School. More about
John...
Steve Demarest
Steve and his wife Michelle have three children: Stephanie, Jesse, and Randy, whom they homeschool. Steve has served faithfully as a deacon for many years, while Michelle & Stephanie have affectionately cared for countless children to keep the Tuesday morning Women's Ministry functioning smoothly. More about Steve...
More about the Deacons
John Gammichia
Husband to Hilda:
Father to Luke (9), Madison (8), and Noah (5)
Hometown: Brooklyn, New York…. forgetaboutit
Alma Mater: Bishop Moore High School '87
University of Florida, Major in Microbiology
University of Florida College of Dentistry '95
Favorite Movie: Schindler's List, Shawshank Redemption, A Dead Man Walking, Simon Birch, and Tommy Boy. But if you are talking Oldie but Goodies you have to think...Fletch, Weird Science, Weekend at Bernie's, Sixteen Candles, and Breakfast Club.
Favorite Books: The Bible, The Lord's of Discipline, The Lone Survivor, The Kite Runner, The Prince of Tides, A Long Came a Spider, The Firm
Hobbies: All Gator Sports, winning National Championships. Coaching youth sports. Reading, Running
Favorite Bible verse: Philippians 4:13
Steve Demarest
Husband to Michelle
Father to Stephanie(17), Jesse(15) & Randy(12)
Hometown: Winter Park, Florida
Member of OPC since 1991
Favorite pastime: sports, fixing things and reading
Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry
about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.
Matthew 6:34
Ross Duhaime
Hometown: Weston, MA - just outside of Boston (8 miles from Fenway Park)
Alma Mater: Northeastern University (1 mile from Fenway Park)
Favorite movies: Fever Pitch (surprising, isn't it?) Jaws, Signs, Airplane
Favorite Yankee fan: Jeff Jakes
Hobbies: Coaching the kids in softball, soccer, and just playing with them.
How did I end up in Orlando? I had a pen pal in Orlando. As soon as she sent a picture of herself, I sold everything and moved south. Now we're happily married.
Why am I a deacon? I'm so amazed that God's grace found me in the darkness and that He chose me to be a part of His covenant family. In addition, I am so privileged to be a member of Orangewood, that I'm just happy to serve the body in any way I can.