Senior Pastor

Education: Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary (DMin Homiletics); Biblical Theological Seminary (MA New Testament); Bob Jones University (BA Bible)

Ministry Experience: Pastored churches in Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Michigan before beginning my ministry at South in March 1995.

Spouse: Nancy Denyes

Kids: Five daughters: Kari (Mrs. Andrew Dressler), Kristin (Mrs. Jeremy Foco), Kim, Katie, and Kendra; three grandsons: Noah, Benjamin, and Eli

Hobbies: Golf, baseball, and books

Honors: Graduated with Honors in NT studies at Biblical Seminary

Community Activities: Baseball Chapel representative for the Lansing Lugnuts (a minor league affiliate of the Toronto Blue Jays); Board Member at Cornerstone University in Grand Rapids since 1997

Testimony: During my teen years I attended a home Bible study one November night. The study was led by some athletes whom I greatly admired. As the gospel was shared, I was under deep conviction and gave my heart to Christ that night. Hungry for growth and God’s Word, I began attending a strong Bible-believing church where I was spiritually fed by a wonderful, godly pastor. I began leading Bible studies in my high school, working with Youth for Christ, and serving in my local church. Feeling that God was calling me into the ministry, I went to Bible school for further preparation.