Meet the team
Garry Kipe
Co-Pastor
Pastor Garry has served Bethel for the past 20 years with his wife Kelly. In February, 2023 his role will change to "Legacy Pastor" where he will oversee the guest experience, missions, outreach and pastoral care.
Aaron Lawrence
Co-Pastor
Pastor Aaron is Co-Pastoring at Bethel. In February 2023, his name will be up for election to become our next lead pastor. He has served for the past 6 years at Bethel in youth ministry and in an associate role.
Hannah Bard
Family Life Pastor
Pastor Hannah's goal in life is knowing Jesus and making Him known, especially in the lives of children and students. She believes that the best discipleship is done through relationship, and equipping others to live out their faith boldly.
Abby Lawrence
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.
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.