Josh Bell has been a part of the Solid Ground community for over thirteen years. He started attending when he was a senior in highschool in 2012 and joined full time staff in 2017. Josh has a Bachelor's degree in Biblical studies from Eastern University. He enjoys helping people discover purpose and freedom through following Jesus. Outside of ministry, Josh enjoys hunting, working out, camping and going on trips with his family. He and his wife, Leah, have two children and are active members of our church community.

Marissa Murr serves as our administrator at Solid Ground Church. Marissa and her husband Zack began attending Solid Ground in 2016 and have called the church home ever since. Marissa previously served as an outreach leader and you can currently find her serving in SG Kids, Andrew’s Closet and Women’s Ministry.

Coming from an Army family and moving around most of her childhood, Ashlee has a passion for helping others find what she lacked—deep roots in a church community. She sees music as a way to communicate truths about God that resonate with people from all backgrounds and to give people the opportunity to come together in corporate worship of the Lord. Ashlee has a Bachelor’s degree in Worship and Music Ministry from Liberty University. She and her husband, Eric, have two kids, Piper and Finn. 

Autumn Straume serves as the Children’s Director at Solid Ground Church. She grew up in Lewes, Delaware, and has been passionate about working with children for many years. With a Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Autumn has taught elementary and middle school students since 2015. Raised in ministry, she has volunteered much of her life sharing the love of Jesus with kids. Autumn is dedicated to meeting children where they are, helping them grow in their faith and experience God’s love in a way that speaks to them. She lives in Lincoln with her husband, Keith, their two children, Rory and Gray, and their dog, Oakley. Autumn is excited to walk alongside the children of the church as they discover the joy and peace that comes with knowing Jesus.

Kara has been attending Solid Ground since 2014 and is passionate about using her skills to help further the kingdom of God. She has worked professionally in accounting since 2018. Kara has a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, a Master’s in Business Administration, and is working towards her Doctorate in Business Administration as well. She lives in Lewes with her husband Alex and their two children- Daisy and Violet. Kara is excited to be on staff at Solid Ground, the church where she, her husband, and their oldest daughter were baptized. It brings her deep joy to be part of the hands and feet of Jesus in this way.