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Leadership Team
Pastor:
Teru Kondo
Teru started as the pastor of Bethel in 2023. He loves sound doctrine and believes it is of utmost importance to handle God’s word accurately (2 Tim. 2:15). He received his training from The Master’s Seminary in 2022. He is married to his sweet wife Heidi for a little more than 2 years.
Elder:
Larry Nafziger
Larry has been a member of Bethel since 1987 and has served in various ministries of the church prior to serving as an elder. Larry is married to Barbara, and they have three children (one with the Lord) and seven grandchildren. Larry has worked as an insurance agent since 1981.
Elder:
Jeff Griggs
Jeff has been a member of Bethel since 2005, and served as a deacon prior to serving as an elder elder. Jeff is married to Shelley, and they have three grown children, and two grandchildren. Jeff is a teacher and coach in the Athena-Weston School District.
Elder:
Ron LeFore
Ron has been a member of Bethel for more than 50 years, and has served in various ministries of the church prior to serving as an elder. Ron is married to Dona and they have three grown daughters and three grandsons. Together Ron and Dona own and operate LeFore Apple Farms.
Elder:
Les Wright
Les has been a member of Bethel for over 50 years. At 10 years old he was baptized in a horse trough in the basement. Les served in various ministries of the church prior to serving as an elder. Les is married to Sue and they have four grown children and nine grandchildren. Les works for the city of Walla Walla.
Elder:
Jason Spence
Jason has been a member of Bethel for 6 years. Jason is married to Anna and they have three children. He is dedicated to his family, church and work place. He loves music and playing guitar at Bethel.