Meet the team.
Pastor 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!
Pastor Aaron Lawrence
Associate/Youth Pastor
Pastor Aaron is the Associate/Youth Pastor at Bethel, and has been on staff for over 2 years. His role also includes oversight of Small Groups, Missions, Ushers, Greeters, and Young Adults. He loves preaching, planning community events, resourcing others, and encouraging students in their faith.
Laura Bulger
Administrative Assistant
As the Executive Administrative Assistant at Bethel, Laura supports the ministerial staff and church office operations. She also assists the staff in meeting the church’s short and long term goals. She enjoys organizing and helping others.
Niki Kauffman
Worship Leader
Niki is the Music Director at Bethel, and has been on staff for over 17 years. She loves to worship the Lord through music, and has a strong desire to mentor, equip, develop, and empower others to do the same. She assists the team in creating services for both Sundays and Wednesdays that will allow generations to experience the power and presence of the Lord.
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.
Pastor Nemo Mazariegos
Children's Pastor
Pastor Nemo is the Children's Pastor at Bethel. He oversees our children from ages 3 months - 5th grade.