About Rev. Dr. Aaron Janklow
Rev. Dr. Aaron Janklow began his ministry as Senior Pastor and Head of Staff at First Presbyterian Church of Naples on September 1, 2026, leading the congregation in worship, pastoral care, and strategic vision as the church approaches its 75th anniversary milestone.
Born in Fort Lauderdale, Aaron maintains deep roots in Florida alongside an extensive background in national and international ministry. He graduated Summa Cum Laude from the Honors Program at Temple University with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, earned his Master of Divinity from Princeton Theological Seminary, and completed his Ph.D. in Divinity (Practical Theology and Christian Ethics) at The University of Edinburgh in Scotland.
Aaron comes to Naples from New York City, where he served as the Senior Pastor and Head of Staff at the historic Madison Avenue Presbyterian Church. His previous leadership roles include serving as Executive Pastor of the Royal Poinciana Chapel in Palm Beach, Assistant Minister at St. Giles' Cathedral in Edinburgh, Associate Pastor at First Presbyterian Church of Delray Beach, and a Lilly Resident at First Presbyterian Church of Ann Arbor.
Aaron is joined by his wife, Laurel, a former middle and high school teacher, and their two young daughters, Lyla and Hannah. As a family, they look forward to immersing themselves in the Naples community, enjoying family beach days, exploring local spots, and walking together.
Words from Aaron
PASTORAL REFLECTIONS, COMMUNITY STORIES, AND ARTICLES BY REV. Dr. Aaron Janklow.
Featured Messages
Introductory Welcome Message
Watch Pastor Aaron’s personal message introducing his family and sharing his excitement for his call to First Presbyterian Church of Naples.
Sunday June 12, 2026 Worship Service
Watch the full worship service from July 12, 2026, where Aaron preached his candidating sermon, "More Than We Can Imagine." Following this service, the congregation voted unanimously to call Rev. Dr. Aaron Janklow as our Senior Pastor and Head of Staff.
Connect & Visit
Worship with Us: Sundays at 10:00 a.m. in the Sanctuary and streaming online.