Mike came to Grace Family Church (formerly Gatewood Church) in December 2002 after faithfully pastoring a church for nearly eleven years.  His passion has always been to share God’s life changing word and witness the transformation and impact when applied to a person’s life.  He enjoys football (from the observation deck!) and all kinds of sports, and if he had an ipod (and could download music to it) he’d listen to Shane and Shane, Hillsong, Jeremy Camp, and some 70’s music!  He and his wife Phyllis love sharing life together and have four grown children and six grandchildren.

Pastor Mark  joins us with a heart for children.  He previously worked for the past 13 years in Christian education as a High School basketball coach, Bible teacher, and Dean Of Students.  He has worked in the ministry as a Youth Pastor, Sunday School teacher, as well as preaching.  His wife, Jennifer has been involved in children's ministry since her early teen years working in VBS, nursery care and working as the Co-Nursery Director.  Most of their 16 years of marriage has been involved with kids from little ones to high school.  After much prayer and seeking God's will, they both felt led to come to Grace Family and lead the children's ministry.  They have 3 children, ages 13, 12, and 3.

Pastor Chris has more than 10 years of youth ministry experience and brings a loving,   dynamic approach to teaching our youth. His vision for ministering to our GFC youth members revolves around four distinct concepts; LOVE – ENCOURAGEMENT – RAISING THEM UP – BEING REAL & TRUE. He believes an effective youth ministry not only entertains, but also brings the Word of God in a cutting edge and exciting way.  Chris has been married to his wife Lisa for more than 18 years and has been blessed with 3 sons, Stefan age 18, Jeff age 16 and Jagger age 9.

Pastor Chris strives to present an exciting and meaningful worship experience that reaches beyond Sunday morning; equipping believers to motivate the gathered church, to proclaim the gospel, and to cherish God’s presence through a lifestyle of worship. Chris has over 10 years experience singing, writing music, and playing various instruments. Chris and his wife Ashley were married in September, 2006, and their son Aubrey was born in December, 2007. They are also very excited to be expecting their second little one in June of 2010. When Chris isn't writing or recording music, he enjoys an afternoon with family, and a good cup of coffee!!!

Pastor Matt and Tayra have been married for 10 years and have three children. During that time they have served as a youth pastor and a senior pastor. They have worked on the mission field in both long and short term missions. Together they have endeavored to build up the church body at every place God has brought them. Today their passion is to see men and women saved and discipled through relationship and the knowledge of the Word of God.