NAZARENE - Key Persons
Pastor Aaron grew up right here in Perry. He graduated with a degree in Youth Ministry from Olivet Nazarene University and after leaving for a few years, moved back to the area with his wife Erin (from Morrice originally) in 2011. Since then, God has blessed them by expanding their family, with Lilia arriving in 2019 and Judah in 2020. He is so grateful to be part of the community of Perry Church of the Nazarene and that God has called him back home where he has had the opportunity to share the Good News of God's love for us shown so perfectly in Jesus! He enjoys fun and fellowship with students (cause you know God created both!), serving this church community and the broader one, preaching, leading small groups, doing pastoral counseling, and building relationships with students! In his spare time, he enjoys being outdoors, playing sports, watching movies, reading, photography, singing and playing guitar (especially leading worship).
Pastor Amy has been a member of our church since 2012 where she has led our Grief Share ministry and together with her husband Dan has served in our youth ministry. Amy is now pursuing ordination after the Lord placed a call on her life into ministry as she walks with people who are hurting in grief, those seeking a new relationship with Christ, and those desiring to grow deeper in relationship with Jesus. She is also a Registered Nurse at Sparrow Hospital where she finds unique opportunities to be a witness of Jesus' good news to both patients and the staff that work there with her. Amy and Dan have raised two exceptional young men within the walls of this church and community. They place precious value on quality time spent with them as they seek their own endeavors and adventures. In her downtime, Amy and Dan are adjusting to the notion of becoming "empty nesters." To fill the void, they enjoy spending time with their friends, traveling, and exploring a new vacation style of "cruising."
Pastor Sarah graduated from Grand Valley State University with a Bachelor's Degree in English and certification in Elementary Education. She taught first grade until she and her husband were blessed with their three children. Sarah was a stay at home mother for many years and was called to disciple her own children. But the Lord expanded her call beyond her own to other children as well. She is currently pursuing a course of ordination as a Children's Pastor. Family is very dear to her and she believes there is nothing better than being together and helping draw others into a joyful relationship with the Lord as they learn to trust in Him.
Pastor Stacy has been part of our church since 2003 when she and her family walked into a church worship service for the first time. The church embraced them as they helped them to know Jesus and their family has called Perry Church of the Nazarene their home ever since. Stacy manages the administrative, communication and facility needs of the church. God has also gifted her with a passion for teaching and she enjoys leading Bible studies, especially with people new to the faith. In her spare time she enjoys reading, quilting, cooking and spending time with her husband and three boys.