Meet Our Pastors
Benjamin Orian, Senior Pastor
Our new lead pastor, Benjamin Orian and his family officially arrived at Atholton in June 2025.
Pastor Ben, along with his wife, Silvia, son, Dominic (Walla Walla University), daughter Siena, (Atholton Academy), are making Maryland (Chesapeake Conference) their new home.
The Orians come to Atholton from Arkansas. They previously served in Washington State, Colorado, Michigan, Nebraska, Louisiana, and Texas. Pastor Ben will mark his 27th year of pastoral service in January 2026. Pastor Ben enjoys motor sports (off road-quads, motorcycles, RZRs), travel, and photography. He and his family enjoy playing games and traveling. They will have a lot to explore in their new area.
Pastor Ben’s favorite Bible verse is Jeremiah 29:11, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-14 and John 3:16. He loves all the hymns but narrows down to the Old Rugged Crosse, When I survey the Wondrous Cross, and Holy, Holy … as favorites.
Atholton welcomes the Orian family to their congregation.
Anastacia Ferguson-Bansie
Associate Pastor Children’s & Youth Outreach
Anastacia Ferguson-Bansie is from the Bahamas. A powerful speaker, she focuses on children and youth outreach. She and her husband Hopeton moved from Berrien Springs, MI in December 2018. Anastacia enjoys making contacts with the community and is always eager to meet new people.