Meet the team
Garry Kipe
Lead Pastor
Pastor Garry serves as the Lead Pastor at Bethel. He is passionate about leading by example and giving the vision and direction to the church. He is an encourager and equipper. He's passionate about helping people become greater leaders and communicating the gospel of Jesus!
Aaron Lawrence
Associate/Youth Pastor
Pastor Aaron is the Associate/Youth Pastor at Bethel. His role also includes oversight of Small Groups, Missions, Ushers, and Greeters. He loves preaching, planning community events, resourcing others, and encouraging students in their faith.
Kayla Yeager
Administrative Assistant
As the Administrative Assistant at Bethel, Kayla supports the ministerial staff and church office operations. She also assists the staff in meeting the church’s short and long term goals. She also loves graphic design and traveling.
Abby Kauffman
Worship Leader
Abby is the Worship Leader at Bethel. She not only leads our church on Sunday mornings, but she also helps develop our youth worship band on Wednesday nights.
Matt Oliphant
Media Director
Matt serves as the Media Director at Bethel and helps with the planning and design of the weekend service. He also has leadership oversight for media, marketing, and communications. His passion is to use media to help further the gospel.
Heather Defenderfer
Accountant
Serving Bethel as the staff accountant, Heather assists Pastor Garry, the Deacon Team, and Bethel's Staff in maintaining fiscal responsibility and helps insure that Bethel is in compliance with government non-profit laws and regulations. Her passion is to see the church fulfill its biblical mission and vision by prayerfully making wise and thoughtful financial decisions.