KNOW... God
The mission and purpose of our church is found in the need of every human to connect with our gracious God in relationship through Jesus Christ. Our hope and prayer is that you and your family find the fulfillment that can only be found in Him.
Our Staff
Steven Perry
Pastor
Hello, and welcome to Pleasant Grove Baptist Church.
My name is Steven Perry, and I am honored to serve as the pastor of Pleasant Grove. My wife, Ashley, and I have been married since January of 2009, and in January of 2023, the Lord blessed our family through the adoption of our son, William.
For the past seven years, I have had the privilege of serving in youth ministry, along with a season of ministry in eastern Kentucky with the Christian Appalachian Project, where I served as Camp Manager for Camp AJ in McKee. Each of these experiences has helped shape my heart for people and my desire to see lives transformed by the gospel of Jesus Christ.
At Pleasant Grove, our desire is to be a church that faithfully preaches God’s Word, genuinely loves people, and intentionally makes disciples. Whether you are visiting for the first time or prayerfully considering a church home, we are truly grateful you are here. It would be a joy to meet you and help you get connected.
In His Service,
Steven Perry
Tim Wagner
Music Director
I have always had a love for music and enjoy serving Christ alongside such great talent. I grew up in Pennsylvania where I accepted Christ during VBS at the age of 9. I worked with Rite Aid for 32 years as a Regional Supervisor and now am the Site Coordinator for an ENT. I have two children: Adam and Chelsea. I enjoy working out, kayaking, and spending time with family and friends.
Brandie Brooks
Audio / Visual Tech
I have worshiped and served at Pleasant Grove for 25 years. I have been a teacher in Christian education for 13 years. I currently serve as a staff member at Praise Academy. I am a die-hard Notre Dame fan and a self-proclaimed Baptist nun.
Gene Head
Sunday School Director
I married my wife, Norma, in December of 1964. We have three children, six grandchildren, and three great-grandsons. I retired from Voith Paper Fabric and Roll Service in 2019 and enjoy woodworking, camping, and spending time with my family.
Deli and Amy Newbold
Rooted Student Ministry Directors
I married my best friend, Deli, in 2004 and we have 3 sons. I am a strong advocate for children with special needs and adoption as both of these situations have greatly impacted our lives. My passion is making children's lives better and showing them they are loved. I am a graduate of Luther Rice University with a Bachelors Degree in Religion and Biblical Counseling. I have a servant's heart and enjoy volunteer work. Outside of my work at the church, I am currently Vice President of PTA and a leader in Cub Scouts.
Ryan Parodi
Grove Kids Director
Hello, I am Ryan Parodi and I would like to welcome your family to Grove Kids! A place where the next generation can grow in the Lord. We are committed to not only teaching the Bible, but also training disciples for Christ. We also do several fun family events during the year! We offer Children's Sunday School, Children's Worship, AWANA, and KAMP Kids. It is our goal that every child who comes through our doors knows that Jesus loves them and they hear the Gospel.