Staff

Get to know our team of pastors who are on mission to serve the community of Gateway and Oskaloosa.

Andy Watts - Lead Pastor

Andy Watts has served as the Lead Pastor at Gateway since November 2025. Prior to that, Andy served as the Youth Pastor, starting back in June of 2011. He and his wife, Lindsay, have been married since 2010 and have two children, Ellie and Elijah. Pastor Andy graduated from MidAmerica Nazarene University with a bachelor's degree in Youth and Family Ministry. When Andy isn't spending time in ministry, you can find him hunting, fishing, woodworking, cheering for his favorite teams (Vikings, Twins, Hawkeyes), or hanging out with his awesome family. 

awatts@gatewaynazarene.org

Lindsay Watts - Children's Pastor

Lindsay Watts is the Children’s Pastor at Gateway. After 11 years of serving alongside her husband, Andy, Lindsay received her own call into pastoral ministry. She is currently pursuing ordination through the Ministry Preparation Program at Nazarene Bible College. Lindsay and Andy have two children, Ellie and Eli. In her free time, Lindsay enjoys reading, cooking, and spending time with her family.

lwatts@gatewaynazarene.org

Mark Doll - Care Pastor

Mark Doll served as the Associate Pastor at Gateway from 2013 through 2017 and has returned to serve as the Care Pastor after pastoring Eastside Church. He has served in Mexico and in ministries in Iowa, Ohio, and Mississippi with his wife DeAnne for the last 41 years. One of our favorite things to do is to spend time with our 4 children and 6 grandchildren. Mark has a degree in Bible and Music from Vennard College, an M.Div. from Wesley Biblical Seminary, and a Masters in Business Leadership from William Penn University. Mark enjoys cheering for Baltimore Orioles, University of Maryland Terrapins and even the Hawkeyes (when they are not playing the Terps!). One of Mark’s favorite activities is playing golf with family and friends.

Mark Doll mdoll@gatewaynazarene.org

Julia Newman - PreTeen & Middle School Pastor

Julia Newman serves as the Preteen and Middle School Pastor at Gateway. She and her husband, Walker, have been married since 2024. Pastor Julia graduated from MidAmerica Nazarene University with a bachelor’s degree in General Ministry. In her free time, Julia enjoys reading, going to coffee shops, shopping for antiques, and spending time with her family!

Julia Newman jnewman@gatewaynazarene.org

Walker Newman - High School & College Age Pastor

Walker Newman serves as the High School and College Age Pastor at Gateway. He and his wife Julia have been married since 2024 and have a dog named Mando. Pastor Walker attended MidAmerica Nazarene University and studied Youth & Family Ministry. In his free time, Walker enjoys hunting, fishing, reading, video games, cheering for his favorite teams (49ers, Astros, fantasy football team), and spending time with his family. 

Walker Newman wnewman@gatewaynazarene.org