Pastor Eric joined St Marys Naz as the Senior Pastor in March of 2023.  He went to Mt. Vernon Nazarene College and worked as a Youth & Worship Pastor out of college.  In between and alongside ministry opportunities, Eric spent 28 years at UPS and retired from there in 2017 when God called him back into full-time ministry.  He has been an Associate Pastor and a Lead Campus Pastor prior to coming to St. Marys.

Favorite Food:  Chicken and veggies. No lima beans...ever, anywhere!

Favorite Bible verse:  Psalm 56:3.  "When I am afraid, I will trust in Him."

Hobbies/Interests:  I love southern gospel music.

Something interesting or something you dont know about him:  I sang in a southern gospel quartet for many years.  We won the National Quartet Competition in 2005.

Favorite Food:  Steak

Favorite Bible verse:  Jeremiah 29:11.  "For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord. Plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future."

Hobbies/Interests:  I am a swim coach and love the water.  I also enjoy crafting.

Something interesting or something you dont know about her:  I have worked with children and have been in ministry since I was 20 years old.  I gave my life to Christ when I was 18.

Kellie became the secretary in March of 2023, when her husband took the Senior Pastor position here at St. Marys Naz.  Kellie served as a church secretary and bookkeeper for 18 years in North Olmsted, Ohio. She loves this role in the church and feels like it is a great way for her to help the ministry.

Favorite Food:  Pizza...all day every day!

Favorite Bible verse:   Psalm 139...not a verse...the whole chapter!  It's full of such good stuff.

Hobbies/Interests:  I love reading. I love southern gospel music and singing and worship is part of my passion.

Something interesting or something you dont know about her:  I don't eat anything blue, unless its natural in its color!