Leadership & Ministry Team

James Darby, Director of Youth Ministry
James comes from Jackson, MI and studied Pastoral Ministry at Bethel University in Mishawaka, IN completing his M.A. in Ministry there. While studying, James worked at a variety churches, ministering to folks of all ages. He was also part of a college leadership program, which allowed him to travel to different Christian summer camps and minister to students throughout the Midwest. Once he graduated from college, James worked as a personal banker for a few years before returning to vocational ministry. James enjoys telling and listening to stories and jokes, reading about important people and their lives, exercising, and cooking meals while creating his own recipe. He is also passionate about the Bible and desires to share this passion with anyone who cares to listen.