Pastor Will Hatfield (and Amy) – Lead Pastor
Will grew up in Ames, IA while Amy grew up in Duluth, MN. They have 5 kids, all under 10! Will received a BA from Faith Baptist Bible College, Ankeny, IA in Missions and has an M.Div. from Baptist Bible Seminary, Clarks Summit, PA. They both believe that God is most glorified in us when we are most satisfied in Him.
Pastor Scott Owen (and Marti) – Family Ministries Pastor
Scott has been married to Marti for over 25 years, they have 3 grown children and a daughter still in high school. Scott was introduced to Biblical Counseling (NANC) in 1989, completed his certification and a MA in Biblical Counseling in 1995. He has been in full time vocational ministry for 25 years serving 5 different churches as either an associate or solo pastor (15 of those years in Indiana). Scott has received training in Christian conciliation and is pursuing certification through Peace Makers Ministry. His undergraduate degree is in Christian Education and Youth Ministries.
Pastor George Hatfield (and Dottie) – Missionary to International Students
George and Dottie Hatfield and Bob and Virginia Cowley lead the international student group, Lighthouse International Fellowship (LIFE). They are assisted by the LIFE Team, made up of students and volunteer ministry assistants, George trusted Christ as a young lawyer and Dottie came to Christ while a Peace Corps Volunteer nurse in Chad.
They have been in Ames since 1982 sharing God’s love in Jesus with international students.
Pastor Bob Cowley (and Virginia) – Missionary to international students
Bob & Virginia have served the Lord for over 50 years. Most of that time was spent as a missionary pilot in West Africa. Now he and Virginia spend their time serving international students and especially helping them with English conversation. Bob & Virginia are delighted to serve students in any way they can.
John Murray (and Lynna) – Missionary / College Ministries
John and Lynna Murray have been ministering in Iowa for many years in solo and assistant pastor positions. Lynna has been involved with Special camps, children’s ministries, counseling, and women’s
ministries in addition to raising four children. John has served with camp boards and state youth committee. God led them to Ames to work with college students in 2002.
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