While led by Pastor Ryan, Veritas strives to be led communally. The Servants Team is our leadership team which directs the ministry on a day to day level.


(From Left to Right: Kristen Longsderff, Dani Longenecker, Ryan Braught, Jess Summy (Krzan), Steve Seitz, Bill Krzan)

Servants Team

Ryan Braught - Pastor/Church Planter

Ryan Braught is the Pastor/Church Planter of Veritas. Along with his wife and kids he founded Veritas in 2009. He is the husband of Kim, and father to Kaiden and Trinity. Ryan has a BS in Telecommunications from Kutztown University and a Master of Arts in Religion from Evangelical Theological Seminary. Besides his work with Veritas, Ryan loves to read, listen to music, snowboard, and spend time with his family.

Contact: ryan@veritaschurchpa.org

Bill Krzan

Bill joined the Veritas community in 2019 after meeting his to-be wife, Jess, in the Lancaster area. He is drawn to Veritas for its strong emphasis on seeking the tangible kingdom and serving the marginalized. He has a B.S. in Food Science, and serves in the PA Army National Guard. Bill enjoys a multitude of outdoor activities to include hunting, fishing, kayaking and rock climbing.

Contact: william.j.krzan@gmail.com

Jess Summy (Krzan)-

Jess accidentally (and happily) stumbled upon Veritas during a Lancaster ArtWalk in 2015. She soon joined the Veritas community and has lived in Lancaster City since 2016. Outside of her day job, Jess is part of the local dance community. She enjoys kayaking, rock climbing, and recently began pursuing a Master's degree in HR Analytics. Jess appreciates Veritas's unique approach to teaching, the opportunities to hear out new voices, and learn from others.

Contact: jjsummy@gmail.com

Kristen Longsderff-

Kristen heard about Veritas through the Lancaster grapevine, back in 2018. She was drawn-in through the authentic community, genuine conversation and challenging messages. In her free time she enjoys playing volleyball, watching Wes Anderson movies, reading historical-fiction, and exploring new spots in Lancaster City. Kristen loves the intimate atmosphere of Veritas and the community's willingness to tackle current difficult subjects.

Contact: klongsderff@gmail.com

Dani Longenecker-

Dani Longenecker has lived in Lancaster city for 5 years and joined the Veritas community soon afterward. She appreciates the small, family atmosphere at Veritas and the teaching during worship gatherings. Dani is married, has two grown sons, two daughters-in-law, and an adorable granddaughter. She volunteers at the Lancaster County Food Hub, enjoys walks in Lancaster, and is always up for a visit to a local ice cream shop!

Contact: dani.longenecker@gmail.com

Steve Seitz-

Steve and his wife Dotti operate a ventriloquism and storytelling company that is largely a mission to churches in the Mid-Atlantic area. Steve is a graduate of the Lutheran Seminary at Gettysburg, and has spent most of his professional career in the mental health and addictions fields. He and Dotti found Veritas via an article in a newsletter and, newly arrived in Lancaster county and looking for an urban multi-cultural congregation, visited, liked the discussion format and signed-on.

Contact- slseitz@verizon.net