Pastor Jeanne Winter
Life Verse: To whom much is given, much is required Luke 12:48
Vision: Kokomo Zion is blessed with many folks who truly love the Lord. We pray that you will join us in worship and service for Jesus. You will have an opportunity to learn, serve, and love. We believe all people need the Lord. The Lord Jesus can be your friend and guide. We are praying that you will join us.
Background - Pastor Jeanne grew up on a Jersey farm in Vanderburgh County, Indiana. Her husband Sandy (Sanford) grew up in Chicago. Despite very different backgrounds, they have been blessed and serving the Lord together for 37 years.
Vision: Kokomo Zion is blessed with many folks who truly love the Lord. We pray that you will join us in worship and service for Jesus. You will have an opportunity to learn, serve, and love. We believe all people need the Lord. The Lord Jesus can be your friend and guide. We are praying that you will join us.
Background - Pastor Jeanne grew up on a Jersey farm in Vanderburgh County, Indiana. Her husband Sandy (Sanford) grew up in Chicago. Despite very different backgrounds, they have been blessed and serving the Lord together for 37 years.
- They have three married children: Chris and wife Kristin have four children - Anna, Allison, Abigail, and Amelia; daughter Megan and husband Jalen, and nephew Jace; and son, Brian and wife Bre with daughters, Kinley and Elliana. We are indeed blessed.
- Pastor Jeanne received her Masters of Divinity from Asbury Theological Seminary in Wilmore, Kentucky.
- Pastor Jeanne is blessed to continue working with persons with special needs through Vacation Bible School and United Methodist church camps.
- Sandy is a licensed paramedic currently working at the VA Hospital in Indianapolis. He is a trained Stephen Minister and has a great sense of humor. He has previously worked as a funeral director and firefighter. He uses those skills and experiences in the Emergency Room where he works now.
- Together they have enjoyed hot air ballooning and whitewater rafting. He has discovered a new hobby in woodworking and making crafts for the grandkids.
- "We are glad to serve Kokomo Zion as we share Jesus Christ with the community. May God be glorified in our work together."
Kasey Woolslare - director of children's & youth ministries
Life Verse: "For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain" Philippians 1:21
Background: Kasey joined the awesome Zion staff in October 2014. Originally from Erie, Pennsylvania, she has been a teacher and served as a youth leader for several years. Sharing Jesus' glory and Good News with children and youth has been Kasey's calling and passion in life, and she is super excited to see what God has in store for Kokomo Zion!
In her free time, Kasey enjoys studying God's Word, worshiping through praise music, eating, hiking, and spending time with her family. She also has an inexplicable fondness for Darth Vader...
Background: Kasey joined the awesome Zion staff in October 2014. Originally from Erie, Pennsylvania, she has been a teacher and served as a youth leader for several years. Sharing Jesus' glory and Good News with children and youth has been Kasey's calling and passion in life, and she is super excited to see what God has in store for Kokomo Zion!
In her free time, Kasey enjoys studying God's Word, worshiping through praise music, eating, hiking, and spending time with her family. She also has an inexplicable fondness for Darth Vader...
Matt Gerhard - Director of Music
Matt Gerhard has been Director of Music at Zion since August of 2010. Matt earned a Bachelors of Church Music from Olivet Nazarene University and a Masters in Choral Conducting from California Baptist University. Matt directs our Worship Choir, Handbell Choir, and leads our praise band. Matt enjoys leading the congregation in worship through the great hymns of faith, gospel songs, and contemporary praise songs.
In addition to his duties at Zion, Matt serves as Instructional Assistant for the Choral Program at Northwestern High School, teaches private piano and organ lessons, and is on the boards of the Central Indiana Chapter of the American Theatre Organ Society, Indianapolis Chapter of the American Guild of Organists, and Kokomo Symphony Orchestra.
Outside of music, Matt's other passions include Disney and Cadillacs.
In addition to his duties at Zion, Matt serves as Instructional Assistant for the Choral Program at Northwestern High School, teaches private piano and organ lessons, and is on the boards of the Central Indiana Chapter of the American Theatre Organ Society, Indianapolis Chapter of the American Guild of Organists, and Kokomo Symphony Orchestra.
Outside of music, Matt's other passions include Disney and Cadillacs.