Sean Boone
Lead Pastor
Boone is married to the love of his life, Taquella, and together they have a blended family of five children, four grandchildren, and a few beloved dogs.
Born and raised in Peoria, Illinois, Boone grew up surrounded by addiction, abandonment, and abuse. He experienced firsthand—both as a victim and later as a perpetrator—the devastating impact of life in an underserved African American community. After years of gang involvement and drug dealing, Boone was rescued by God’s grace. When he surrendered his life to Jesus, he found his way to his family’s church, where he was mentored and trained for a life of ministry.
Boone’s passion is to see God’s healing, justice, and equality made available to all people, regardless of ethnicity or socio-economic background. He looks forward with great hope to witness how God will continue to use The Bridge to bring unity, healing, and redemption.
Born and raised in Peoria, Illinois, Boone grew up surrounded by addiction, abandonment, and abuse. He experienced firsthand—both as a victim and later as a perpetrator—the devastating impact of life in an underserved African American community. After years of gang involvement and drug dealing, Boone was rescued by God’s grace. When he surrendered his life to Jesus, he found his way to his family’s church, where he was mentored and trained for a life of ministry.
Boone’s passion is to see God’s healing, justice, and equality made available to all people, regardless of ethnicity or socio-economic background. He looks forward with great hope to witness how God will continue to use The Bridge to bring unity, healing, and redemption.
Nathan Arnold
Associate Pastor
Nathan was born and raised in St. Louis. After spending time studying and working in Nashville, he is grateful to be back in his hometown with his wife, Anna Kate, their two sons, Lewis and Elliot, and their dog, Josie.
While growing up in St. Louis, God placed in Nathan a deep desire to see healing and justice in the midst of inequity and division. He is excited to have a front-row seat at The Bridge, watching how God continues to bring unity, healing, and redemption.
While growing up in St. Louis, God placed in Nathan a deep desire to see healing and justice in the midst of inequity and division. He is excited to have a front-row seat at The Bridge, watching how God continues to bring unity, healing, and redemption.
Timothy "TC" Chandler
Music Director
Born and raised in East St. Louis, TC has been musically inclined since the age of two. Over the years, he has dedicated himself to honing his craft as a pianist and now has the joy of inspiring the next generation as an adjunct instructor in the Jazz Department at SIUE.
He is also a proud father of two wonderful daughters. When he’s not teaching, you can likely find him somewhere around the STL area—wherever a piano is being played!
He is also a proud father of two wonderful daughters. When he’s not teaching, you can likely find him somewhere around the STL area—wherever a piano is being played!
LAsha Moore
Youth Director
Lasha Moore—known as “Sha” to her friends and family—was born and raised in Dellwood, right here in North County. She is blessed with an amazing husband, Derrell, and their four beautiful children: Marquise, Mariyah, Madison, and Marion.
Sha has always had a heart for helping young people overcome challenges and reach their goals. She is passionate about creating safe, supportive environments where kids can express themselves and know they are accepted. In all that she does, she brings compassion, dedication, and a deep love for Jesus.
Her passion for youth is shaped by Jesus’ love, her role as a mother of four, and her understanding of the power of support. For the past 10 years, she has worked with children in various roles—including substance abuse counselor, teacher assistant, and case manager. She is excited to continue her journey of serving and impacting lives here at The Bridge.
Sha has always had a heart for helping young people overcome challenges and reach their goals. She is passionate about creating safe, supportive environments where kids can express themselves and know they are accepted. In all that she does, she brings compassion, dedication, and a deep love for Jesus.
Her passion for youth is shaped by Jesus’ love, her role as a mother of four, and her understanding of the power of support. For the past 10 years, she has worked with children in various roles—including substance abuse counselor, teacher assistant, and case manager. She is excited to continue her journey of serving and impacting lives here at The Bridge.
Taquella Boone
Bridge Kids Director
Taquella has been married to her best friend, Sean (Boone), for twenty years. Together, they have a beautiful blended family of four daughters and one son, ranging in age from 14 to 32, whom they love dearly.
With more than 25 years of experience as a professional hairstylist, Taquella feels grateful and blessed to do what she loves. She has lived and worked in North County for the past 18 years, building both her career and community.
Her heart for children runs deep. For over 23 years, she has served in children’s ministry across various churches, and she cannot imagine her life without it.
With more than 25 years of experience as a professional hairstylist, Taquella feels grateful and blessed to do what she loves. She has lived and worked in North County for the past 18 years, building both her career and community.
Her heart for children runs deep. For over 23 years, she has served in children’s ministry across various churches, and she cannot imagine her life without it.
Gayle Irby
Administrative Assistant
Gayle is a devoted loving mother from Meridian, MS. She is blessed with 3 beautiful children-D’Nico, India and Jerika. She has 1 granddaughter, Brooklyn whom she adores. She has lived and served in North County for the past 20 years.
Gayle is the new Administrative Assistant at the Bridge North County (TBNC) who looks forward to supporting the church’s mission. In her role, she will help with volunteer training and engagement, project management, and community connections along with keeping everything organized behind the scenes.
She served honorably in the United States Army and retired from Federal service 5 years ago. She loves traveling and serving Gods’ people. She has a passion for serving. Currently she is one of the leaders in Hospitality at TBNC.
Gayle is the new Administrative Assistant at the Bridge North County (TBNC) who looks forward to supporting the church’s mission. In her role, she will help with volunteer training and engagement, project management, and community connections along with keeping everything organized behind the scenes.
She served honorably in the United States Army and retired from Federal service 5 years ago. She loves traveling and serving Gods’ people. She has a passion for serving. Currently she is one of the leaders in Hospitality at TBNC.