Meet the Team
Meet
Melissa
Church Administrator
Melissa serves as the Church Administrator at Nashville Church of the Nazarene, a role she has faithfully held for several years. Her meticulous attention to detail and unwavering commitment to excellence are essential in keeping our church operations running smoothly and efficiently. She ensures that all aspects of church management are handled with precision, from scheduling and logistics to supporting various church programs and events.
Her work, often behind the scenes, is crucial in ensuring that both our church activities are well-organized and our community members feel deeply connected. Melissa's dedication supports our staff and congregation, embodying the spirit of service that is at the heart of our ministry. Her role, though sometimes overlooked, is absolutely vital to the functioning and growth of our church community.
Meet Pastor Daniel
Youth Pastor
Hello, My name is Daniel, and I wanted to tell you a little about my faith and walk with Christ, and the amazing ways God has impacted my life. My amazing wife and I have been married since June of 2022. We first met when we were 12 years old at Indian lake camp of the Nazarene. Then, we found each other again in a church in Three Rivers in 2020. We now have our beautiful daughter, two dogs, a cat and some fish! We have learned so much from each other and from our daughter, God has truly blessed our family.
I grew up going to church, and I come from a long line of pastors. At age 9 I committed my life to Christ. At 16, God called me back to him during a sermon at a camp in northern Michigan during a winter retreat. I later felt the call to ministry in 2023, and have been pursuing this calling ever since.
My wife and I keep Christ at the center of our lives, and seek him out daily. I am excited to be a part of helping further God’s kingdom, and helping guide, teach, and grow with the students and the church. We are so grateful to be a part of this community and church.
We look forward to meeting you and getting to know you and your families!
Meet
Pastor Justin
Lead Pastor
Hello, my name is Justin, and I wanted to tell you about my journey and how God has impacted my life in amazing ways. My wonderful wife and I have been married for 20 awesome years. We were married pretty young, she was 19 and I was 20, and we often say that we grew up together. We really have had a great journey so far, with our six wonderful kids, and every day we get a new glimpse of how much grace and love God sent us in the form of these beautiful kids.
I grew up in the church so she has always been a part of my life. It was at the age of 7, in Mrs. Weaver’s Jr. Worship service, that I committed my life to Christ. Then, at 17, during a worship service at Winding Creek Camp, the Holy Spirit drew me back to Himself. It was there I received my clear call to ministry, confirming what God was calling me into.
My wife and I strive to allow Christ to be the cornerstone of our lives. As such, the Church has been instrumental in guiding me and pointing others, including myself, towards Him. It's in this community, from Hastings to Nashville, where I've seen real, tangible evidence of what living a Christ-centered life looks like. My role in ministry has allowed me to witness and participate in the transformative power of God's work, changing lives day by day (including my own).
I'm overwhelmed with gratitude and humbled for the privilege to serve in His Church. Every day, I'm reminded of the greatness of God's love and the ways He uses our lives to demonstrate His glory. This calling I've received is a testament to God’s faithfulness and a life-long commitment to spread His word and love.
This snapshot of my story is a heartfelt expression of thanks. Thanks to God for His relentless pursuit of my heart, for every opportunity to lead others closer to Him, and for the joy and responsibility of being part of His Church. Here in Nashville, I’m excited to continue this journey, hoping to touch hearts and change lives through the love of Jesus Christ. I’m eager to walk this path together, celebrating every step where God leads us.
- His Servant,
Pastor Justin Schultz
