Pastor Dave grew up in Grand Rapids, Michigan and has attended Warner Camp since 1965; at camp meetings, at youth camp, served on staff in late 1970’s and directed Youth Camps from 1986-1995. Born again in 1968 at Warner Camp, baptized at Warner Camp meeting in 1976, and preached first sermon here in 1977. His sons Matt and JJ both served on Summer staff at Warner from 2000-2006.
Dave married Jeannie Taylor Perry in 1979. They have wonderful three sons (2 are CHOG pastors), three beautiful daughter-in-law’s, 7 of he most adorable grandkids in the world and a really cute Yorkie Terrier named “Rosie”.
Dave is a graduate of Anderson University and was ordained in 1983. Since 1981, Dave and Jeanie Perry have served congregations in Washington State, Oregon, and Michigan. Together Dave and Jeannie have served in and have led Youth camps, marriage retreats and camp meetings. Dave has served on many levels of leadership in ministerial and community groups and in State leadership in two states for the Church of God.
Pastor Dave Perry served as pastor in Cassopolis from 1985-1990 and in Greenville from 1990 – 2008 and has been the Pastor of the Edgewood Church in Ithaca, Michigan since 2008. From 2005 – 2021, Dave served as a Regional Pastor for the Church of God in Michigan, being a “pastor to pastor’s” and serving lay leaders & congregations in the state of Michigan.
As a speaker, Dave loves to share stories, humor and a practical application of the Bible for everyday life. Dave’s goal is to see people connect to Jesus as their Savior. Dave has a passion for Cross Cultural Mission Work Camps and has participated in work camps in the last 40 years within the United States and in Brazil and in Guatemala and Haiti. Dave serves on the Board of Directors for “Helping Hands in Motion”
Haley Lipps is the Worship Pastor at Pine Hills Church in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Haley graduated from Indiana Wesleyan University located in Marion, Indiana. She has a huge heart for the local church, her family, and for anything to do with arts! Haley and her husband, Caleb, are so excited to join us this summer for Warner Camp Meeting!
Troy Jones currently serves as the Preteen and Middle School Pastor at County Line Church in Auburn, IN. He has over 15 years of working with students in a variety of capacities and circumstances. He loves to see students get to know God in a personal way and use their abilities to influence others for His glory. He and his beautiful wife Carly have 4 wonderful kids. They enjoy spending time outside and eating at Chipotle. To relax, he enjoys fishing, playing disc golf, and reading a book at a coffee shop.
Dan and Teresa Janzen serve with the Fellowship of Christian Farmers International (FCFI), dedicating their lives to evangelism, discipleship, and community transformation. FCFI inspires Christian farm families and agricultural professionals to proclaim Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior worldwide through farm shows, disaster relief, and mission trips.
Dan oversees gospel presentation booths at FFA state conventions, farm shows, and various events nationwide. He coordinates disaster relief outreaches, responding to crises such as tornadoes, hurricanes, and wildfires, and aims to expand FCFI’s mission globally. Dan holds a master’s in agriculture and Extension Education from Oregon State University.
Teresa uses her experience as a professional communicator to bring healing and transformation to individuals, families, and organizations. She is pursuing a doctorate in ministry in adaptive leadership and change management at Fuller Theological Seminary. Teresa is a board-certified master Mental Health Coach and Executive Coach and a member of the American Association of Christian Counselors.
Dan and Teresa served as missionaries in South Sudan for eight years before returning to the US in 2023 for family responsibilities. Together, they bring extensive experience, dedication, and faith to FCFI, aiming to inspire and uplift communities globally through evangelism, practical support, and transformative ministry. As ordained ministers with the Commission Ministers Network, they are committed to fostering a radical abundance of peace, purpose, and passion in the lives of those they serve.
Tuesday July 16: Q & A with the Board 1:00pm – 1:45pm and Annual Business Meeting 2:00pm
Special service times: Baptism & Communion will be held Friday July 19 @ 11:15 am
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