Spiritual leadership of the church and shepherding the congregation.
The Pastors are also part of the Elders group. Click HERE to view the Pastor profiles.
Micah Powell
Elder
Occupation:
Lead Pastor
Family info:
Pastor Micah is husband to Rachel. They have been married since 2009. They have two energetic kiddos, Roman (6) and Malachi (2).
Passions, Interests, Hobbies:
He is passionate about Jesus, the Bible, preaching and pastoral ministry, spending time with his family, and discipling people to a closer walk with Jesus. If you get to know Micah, he loves spending time with people and enjoys getting to know their stories.
He is interested in his family's Christian development, reading theology and church history, and the Bible. He is interested in further education most likely in Expository Preaching or church history. He also enjoys watching TV shows like The Office, and Parks and Rec.
His hobbies consist of watching movies with his wife, playing video games with his oldest son Roman, rolling on the floor with his youngest son Malachi, reading, exercising, watching sports, music, and whatever people at GCC are involved in.
What do you appreciate about Grace Community Church?
“When my family and I moved here to Great Bend, Grace was so generous and patient with us as we settled into a new area. They fed us, welcomed us, encouraged us, stood beside us in our vulnerability, and cared for my family and I. It was God’s grace that He brought us here and we are thankful.”
Involvement at Grace:
He is the Lead Pastor at GCC. He leads alongside four other pastors/elders to oversee and care for the entire church ministry. He serves by overseeing all church staff during the week by encouraging and enabling them to grow in their gifts and ministries. He preaches, teaches, and disciples; plans and casts vision for the overall ministry at Grace Community Church.
Email:
micah.powell@gracegreatbend.org
Scott Beahm
Elder
Occupation:
Youth Director at Grace
Family info:
I have been married to my wife Megan for 18 years, 19 in June. She is a physical therapist and is a wonderful woman of God. We have three children: Emma, Mari, and Scott Jr. who love adventures and playing with our three dogs Gus, Angus, and Molly.
Time of membership at Grace:This is my second year as an adult member, but I did attend Grace in my younger years. I am thankful to be able to minister with some of the saints who poured into my life.
Passions, Interests, Hobbies: I love to read the scripture, pray, and meet with the cluster group. I also enjoy swimming, biking, guitar, painting, and disc golf.
What do you appreciate about Grace Community Church?
There are many things that I appreciate about GCC. A few that come to the fore are the commitment to preaching the Bible and holding forth the gospel of Jesus, volunteers who serve selflessly to build up the church, worshipping together in song, 5/2 fellowship meals, and cluster groups.
Involvement at Grace:
I have been involved in teaching Sunday School, helping with AWANA, leading youth group, mentoring, and helping with Grace Place.
Email:
scott.beahm@gracegreatbend.org
Rick Kile
Elder
Occupation:
Division Measurement Specialist
Family info:
Wife-Amy, two grown sons, Micah, and Jared
Time of membership at Grace:
27 years
Passions, Interests, Hobbies:
Hunting with my sons.
What do you appreciate about Grace Community Church?
The strong Biblical preaching and the wonderful people that I have been privileged to know because of attending Grace Church.
Involvement at Grace:
Junior and Senior High Sunday School teacher, assist in Children’s Church, Growing in Grace Adult Bible Fellowship teacher, member of community impact team.
Email:
rkile6591@gmail.com
Bryan Schenk
Elder
Occupation:
Maintenance supervisor for WHB Rentals Inc.
Family info:
Married to Angie with 4 adult children and 3 grandchildren
Time of membership at Grace:
Member of Grace since 2001
Passions, Interests, Hobbies:
Spending time with family, KC Chiefs football, vacationing in the Colorado Mountains
What do you appreciate about Grace Community Church?
God’s work is taught from Genesis 1:1 to Revelation 22:21 without compromise.
Involvement at Grace:
Currently serving on the Elder Board, greeter team, help in Awana, former small group leader, and assist with facility maintenance
Email:
bjschenk57@gmail.com
Ryan Williams
Elder
Occupation:
Pediatrician
Family info:
Married to wife Sara. We have eight children, Liyu, Tarik, Hirut, Michael, Sean, Malachi, Ruth and Mathew.
Time of membership at Grace:
Member of Grace Community Church since 2008.
Passions, Interests, Hobbies:
I enjoy hunting, fishing, games with family/friends and reading.
What do you appreciate about Grace Community Church?
I appreciate the fact that the leadership at Grace holds to solid, biblical teaching.
Involvement at Grace:
Expository preaching, fellowship and great volunteers.
Email:
drryanwilliams@hotmail.com