Jay Held - Senior Pastor
jayheld@wapatovalley.org

We have been married since 1988. We love the outdoors and are thankful we get to experience this in Oregon! We love that we get to be a part of Wapato Valley Church as we help people find and follow Jesus.

Tom Engle - Elder
tengle@wapatovalley.org

Tom Engle is currently serving his second term in the elder ministry. His family has been a part of the Wapato Valley Church community for more than two decades.  He and his wife, Tami, enjoy hosting small group Bible study. Tom's experience leading small groups has influenced his leadership focus, fostering the success of these groups and the personal and spiritual growth within the congregation.

Director of Operations
lfordyce@wapatovalley.org

I have lived in Gaston and loved being a part of this community since 6th grade.  I married my high school sweetheart, Casey, in 2007, and we are raising our three kids here.  I have a passion for connecting people and serving those around me - through our Wapato family, Gaston School District, and youth sports.  

Director of Worship
kworst@wapatovalley.org

I want people to have the hope of Jesus and to work to take care of one another in our community and in our world. As our worship director, my goal each week is to prepare us to respond to the presence of God and his work in our lives through corporate singing and prayer. My encouragement to our worship team is to prepare, sing, and play with this in mind:  "Whatever task you must do, work as if your soul depends on it, as for the Lord and not for humans." Colossians 3:23. 

Lastly, I am grateful to be a wife and mother who loves animals and has the awesome job of being a school counselor!

Director of Children's Ministries
bclark@wapatovalley.org

I enjoy cheering for my three boys during basketball and baseball games. I love to volunteer at the Elementary School, be in the garden, and working outside with my husband, Nic. I've been involved in Children's Ministry since 2012.