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Staff

Senior Pastor  Brandon L. Nygaard
Brandon is passionate about making disciples who find deep joy in knowing and glorifying God.  His main role is the equip the church for the work of the ministry through teaching and shepherding. A native of Des Moines, he graduated from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary and previously pastored in Florida. Brandon enjoys golf, jazz music, and history. He and his wife have have been married since 2010 and are blessed with two children. Email Brandon

Associate Pastor 
We are currently seeking a full-time Associate Pastor for Worship and Youth. For more information about the position and how to apply, click here.

Secretary  Marti Walker
Marti has served as secretary since 2016. She has been married to Steve since 1991. Steve is in financial services. They have an adult son who lives in Ames. Marti enjoys reading, playing card and board games, going out to eat, and visiting with friends. 
Email Marti.

Custodian  Brian Lothridge

Elders

Ed Nielsen - Church Chairman
Barry Dicks
David Fyffe
Marty Kistler
​Myron Meyn