Patty Kenaston SCA Director
Born and raised in Billings Degree in Early Childhood Development from the University of Montana-Western Loves to spend time with her family Active member of Emmanuel since 1996 Became part of the launch team for Emmanuel's church plant, Gracepoint, in 2019. Married to Dennis since 2022 Has two daughters, Allison… read more
Jamie Arbizzani eKids Director
Has a degree in Child Development from Montana State University - Bozeman Married to Paul since 1993. Has 3 children: Alexander (married to Bailey), Benjamin (married to Laura) and Christopher. Works with kids because God put it in her heart to reach families for Him through caring for their children. Favorite portion… read more
Cari Roush Women's Ministry Director
Has been involved in various capacities at Emmanuel for 28 years. Met her husband Tom in Emmanuel’s youth group. They have been married for 35 years. Has 4 adult children: Leah, Holly (married to Jeff), Elena (married to Preston) and Tyler (married to Taylor); and 4 grandchildren (Landon, Hazel, Kellen… read more
Gary Fried First Impressions Director
Has attended Emmanuel since 2003. Raised in Billings. Single with a son & daughter and 5 grandchildren. Enjoys all outdoor activities, especially golf, hunting, and fishing. Enjoys spending time at Clydehurst Christian Ranch each summer. read more
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Don Jones Shepherding Pastor
Serves as our Shepherding Pastor visiting those in the hospital, nursing homes and homebound. Currently serves as one of our Elders. Served as our Lead Pastor from 1979-1989. In 1981 he was instrumental in purchasing the property on which Emmanuel is currently located. Led the congregation in building what is… read more
Steve Fowler Associational / Church Planting Pastor
Has a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from College of the Ozarks. Holds a Master of Divinity with a Missions and Evangelism emphasis from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. Originally from Arkansas, Steve has served in church planting for over 32 years; 20 in Michigan prior to his work in… read more
Tra Williams Associate Pastor
Tra is bi-vocational and as part of our staff, he focuses on developing in-home Life Groups. Came on staff in May 2017 as Life Groups Pastor. Originally from Gainesville, FL, Tra moved to Billings in 2007. Retired from the U.S. Navy. Met his wife, Kristi, while they were both serving… read more
Obed Aguirre Spanish Speaking Ministry Pastor
Originally from Monterrey, Mexico Son of a pastor / church planter in Mexico. Prayed to receive Christ at age 12; called to full-time ministry at age 16. Trained at Bethel Baptist Bible School in Monterrey, graduating in 1999. Came to the United States in 2000 and served in a… read more
Trey Haidle Student Ministry Pastor
Born and raised in Montana. Started attending Emmanuel in 2009. Graduated May 2020 from Moody Bible Institute in Chicago Illinois with a bachelor's in biblical studies. Married Jessie in November 2021. Served as a counselor and assistant program director at Clydehurst Christian Ranch. Played college Basketball at Moody Bible Institute.… read more
Keith Flanagan Young Adult Pastor
Keith is a pastor’s kid who grew up on the Florida/Georgia line. Attended Liberty University where he obtained a Bachelor of Science in Pastoral Leadership. After a time working for Liberty’s School of Divinity during his masters, he began working as a Campus Pastor at a local church in Georgia… read more
Michael Laird NextUp Pastor
Holds a Master of Divinity from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. Provides oversight to our Next Up Ministries (eTots, eKids, LINK). Born in Corpus Christi, TX Grew up attending Emmanuel with his family and was saved and baptized here as a child. Served as a Journeyman Missionary in the Canary Islands, Spain for… read more
Jeff House Adult Ministry Pastor
Holds a bachelor's degree in Pastoral Theology from Crown College in Powell Tennessee. Received a Master of Ministry from Crown Seminary in May 2022. Received a Doctorate of Ministry from Newburgh Theological Seminary in December 2023. Originally from Boardman, Ohio where he met his wife Carrie at church and were… read more
Ryan Cooper Counseling Pastor
Originally from Billings Family has been members of Emmanuel since 1981 Has a Bachelor's Degree in Science / Secondary Education from MSU-B Holds a Master's Degree in Biblical Counseling from Trinity Theological Seminary in Newburgh, IN Met his wife, Kim, at Emmanuel and they were married in 2005 Join our staff… read more
Eddie Frank Worship Pastor
Attended Multnomah School of the Bible and Montana State University Billings. Graduated with a degree in Education and minors in Music and French. Originally from Oregon, but moved to Billings in 1992 when he met his wife Jane at Clydehurst Christian Ranch. Joined our staff as Worship Leader in 2012.… read more
Steve Lortz Executive Pastor
Has a bachelor's degree in Electronics Engineering Technology and a Masters of Theological Studies (MTS) from Golden Gate Baptist Theological Seminary. Oversees the day-to-day business of the church, the staff, facilities, missions and church planting. Originally from Des Moines, IA, Steve moved to Montana with his family at the age… read more
Paul Jones Lead Pastor
Emmanuel was founded in 1952 and Dr. Paul Jones has served as the Lead Pastor since 1989. The continuity and stability of the church is further reflected in the fact that he followed his father who served as pastor before him. Paul gave his life to the Lord at an… read more