Bruce grew up in Ohio as a pastor's kid, but he didn't sense his own call to ministry until after college. He studied History and Social Sciences with Secondary Education at Cedarville University, later completing seminary training at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School. He is married to Katie, and they have been blessed with two sons: Jack and Andrew. Bruce served as the associate pastor at EFCMM from 2002-08, and as our senior pastor since 2008. He counts it one of God's great gifts to be able to shepherd this flock. Email Bruce.
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Senior Pastor: Bruce McKanna
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Associate pastor: John Foss
John is originally from Walnut, Illinois, but it was in Indiana during his studies at Grace Theological Seminary that he met Marissa, who had grown up attending EFCMM. They married in 2018 and now live in the town of Oregon. John was called to serve our church in 2024, and he now oversees our youth ministry and adult small group ministry among other pastoral duties. He has a passion for seeing students come to faith because he had Christian friends in high school who introduced him to Jesus. Email John.
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MInistry Assistant: Paula Schurr
Paula and her husband Lane live in Forreston and have been at EFCMM since 2020, where they are happy to worship alongside their grandchildren. They have served together as Sunday School teachers in our children's ministry, and in early 2024 Paula joined our office staff. As our Ministry Assistant, Paula works administratively to support the work of our pastors and facilitates various congregational ministries. Email Paula.
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Secretary: Peggy Berry
Peggy has been a part of this church since childhood, and so it was especially meaningful for her to join our staff as secretary in 2016. She is always ready to welcome those who stop by our office, or to pray with someone in need over the phone. Peggy and her husband Steve have also been long-time Sunday School teachers for our preschool class. Their adult daughter Bethany is also a part of our ministry, and they live in the neighboring community of Oregon. Email Peggy.
