Our Staff

Staff

"I love Gary Church’s mission focus and that there is a strong love for God and all of G...
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Rev. Dr. Christopher Pierson

Senior Pastor

“What first drew me and my family to Gary Church was the gospel-centered preaching of th...
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Rev. Brian Jones

Associate Pastor

"Gary Church is a safe place where I feel free to ask my honest questions. We try to under...
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Jennifer Whiting

Director of Music/Choir Director

“The first time I attended Gary, I felt like I’d come home. I have felt that way ever ...
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Carey Bebar

Director of Children's Ministries

“Gary Church definitely cares about its youth, which has been clear to me since the star...
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Daniel Lee

Director of Youth Ministries

"Gary Church is a welcoming and faith-filled community that offers opportunities for fello...
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Deb Evans

Business Administrator

“Loving your neighbor is an integral part of Gary United Methodist Church. It begins wit...
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Kim Austin

Communications/Welcome Ministries Coordinator

“The worship tradition at Gary Church is a dynamic balance of liturgical practice and pe...
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Kevin Lange

Organist

"The people at Gary have always felt like family and have made my faith stronger. They are...
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Pam Keller

Print Communications Coordinator

“Gary Church is my ‘Christian home.’ It’s a place where we learn about Christ’s ...
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Deb Hafner

Office Staff

“I enjoy the welcoming atmosphere for families and watching the children grow!”
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Raven Larkin

Childcare Coordinator

“We are so blessed to have met and become friends with so many loving, caring, friendly,...
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Donna and Mike Capra

Custodial Staff

“Gary Church has always been home for me. Growing up in Gary Church, getting married in ...
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Rebecca Lemna

Electronic Communications Coordinator

“My favorite thing about Gary Church is our dedication to serving others in the c...
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