Valley Family Church: Staff

Jeff & Beth and Staff

Jeff Jones

Senior Pastor
Pastor Jeff is a pastor, husband and father of four children who teaches the Word in a conversational way that connects with the listener. Jeff studied at Spring Arbor College in Spring Arbor, MI and received his ministry training at… See full bio
Beth Jones

Senior Pastor
Beth Jones is a Bible teacher, author, wife and mother of four children, who ministers the Word in a relevant, humorous and inspiring way by sharing down-to-earth insights. She is the author of the popular "Getting A Grip On The… See full bio

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Richard Pilger

Executive Pastor
Richard Pilger oversees the Family Education Division at VFC, which includes: Joy City Community Preschool, Kids & Student Ministries, and the VFC College-age Ministries. He also oversees the EPIC Commission and the EPIC School of Ministry. Richard attended Northeastern State… See full bio

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Aaron Johnson

Administration & Finance - Executive Director
Aaron Johnson is the Executive Director of Valley Family Church. He oversees the Administration Division, which includes the Finance, Human Resources, Facilities and Office Departments. Aaron grew up in Grand Rapids, MI and moved to Kalamazoo, MI in 2000. He… See full bio
April Wedel

Connections - Pastor
Pastor April Wedel oversees the Connections Division at VFC, which includes Assimilation, Guest Services, Retail Services, Food Services, and Events. April is ordained through Faith Christian Fellowship International based in Tulsa, OK. Prior to serving in ministry, Pastor April served… See full bio
Jennifer Nederhoed

Pastoral & Congregational Care Pastor
Pastor Jennifer Nederhoed oversees the Pastoral Care Ministry at VFC, which includes the Family Care Center, Small Groups, Prayer and Missions. Jennifer received her ministerial training at Mount Hope Bible Training Institute in Lansing, MI and is ordained through Faith… See full bio
Julie Greichunos

Worship and Programming Director
Julie has always been involved in music through theatre, musicals and singing in local rock/pop bands. She was born and raised in the great state of Iowa. After attending the University of Iowa to study the Arts, she met her… See full bio

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Lynn Russcher

Design & Communications Director
From an early age Lynn has nurtured a lifelong interest in art and creativity. From dressing store fronts in a local mall to owning a mural painting and interior design business, she has always been drawn to the use of… See full bio
Brad Spangler

IT Director & Pastor
Pastor Brad Spangler serves as one of the Pastors at VFC and oversees the IT and Web ministry. Brad received his B.S. in Computer Science from Purdue University and worked in the information technology field for fourteen years before entering… See full bio

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John Thompson

Media Tech Director
John's always had a passion for Technology. At the age of 12, he was running sound in his youth department; by 15 he was serving in the tech area in our main service and by 18, he heard God's call… See full bio
Joe Worthington

Kids Ministry Director
Joe oversees Kids Ministry at VFC and joined the VFC Staff in the July 2009. Joe is a seven year member of VFC and has served in a variety of Pre-School and Elementary volunteer leadership roles. As a volunteer leader… See full bio

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Tim Hoult

Kids Ministry - Assistant Director
Tim Hoult is the Assistant Director of Kids Ministries at Valley Family Church. He has a heart is to see kids living a life passionate for the things of Christ. Tim is excited to be at Valley Family Church and… See full bio
Matt McCarty

Student Ministries Director and Middle School Pastor
Matt oversees student ministries and also serves as the Middle School Youth Pastor for Valley Family Church. In 2003 Matt felt the call of God on his life and chose to leave a successful career as a Manager with Best… See full bio

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Jeff Werkmeister

High School Pastor
Originally from Rockford, IL, after graduating High School PJ joined an internship at Rockford First Assembly for two years under Jeanne Mayo and Frankie Mazzapica. During that internship God placed a huge desire and calling in his heart for junior… See full bio
Erica Giesow

Threshold & EPIC Commission - Pastor and Support Coordinator
Erica Giesow, along with her husband Eric, is the pastor of Threshold College Ministry and director of Epic Commission discipleship program. Erica received her ministerial training at Rhema Bible Training Center in Tulsa, OK, and is licensed through Rhema Ministerial… See full bio
Eric Giesow

Threshold & EPIC Commission - Pastor and Director
Eric Giesow, along with his wife Erica Giesow, is the pastor of Threshold College Ministry and the director of the Epic Commission discipleship program at VFC. Eric received his ministerial training at Rhema Bible Training Center in Tulsa, OK, and… See full bio
Jason Koscinski

Finance Director
Jason R. Koscinski is originally from Wisconsin. He serves as the Finance Director at Valley Family Church. His professional and ministry experience includes training at Rhema Bible Training Center, the Master's Commission and years of experience in the banking, mortgage… See full bio
Matt Munson

Valley Family Community Center Director
Matt Munson arrived on staff in September 2009, where he serves as the director of VFC’s newly created branch of ministry, the Valley Family Community Center. Matt operates out of our former church location at 995 Romence, where he is… See full bio

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Pam Roe-Vanderberg

EPIC School of Ministry - Pastor & Director
Pastor Pam Roe-Vanderberg is the Director of EPIC School of Ministry. Pam received her ministerial training at Mount Hope Bible Training Institute in Lansing, MI and is ordained through Faith Christian Fellowship International, based in Tulsa, OK. Prior to joining… See full bio
VFC Staff
The VFC Staff is made up a wonderful group of people! Over 50 men and women serve on the VFC Staff in a variety of roles. Each staff member has a servant's heart and a passion to serve the Lord… See full bio