Our Pastors

Nate grew up in southern Kansas and graduated with a B.A. in Biblical Studies and Psychology (Dallas Baptist University), three master’s degrees in Christian leadership Studies, Religious Education, and a Master of Divinity (Liberty Baptist Theological Seminary). In 2017, Nate graduated with his Doctor of Ministry from Central Baptist Theological Seminary. Nate started as the Senior Pastor of Grace in July 2024. Nate and Cosette married in 2012 and have two children, Shamonique and Tyson.  Together, they enjoy traveling and love new adventures.

Sean grew up in Kansas City, Missouri, to Korean immigrants fleeing the oppression of communism. Sean graduated with a B.A. in Bible from Southwest Baptist University and his Master of Ministry Leadership from 
Rockbridge Seminary.  Sean and his wife, Brenda, were married in 1991. They moved to Roswell in 2002 to join the Grace Staff.  They have two adult children, Hudson and Olivia. Sean enjoys running, swimming, and cycling  (especially The Milkman Triathlon!), as well as shooting sports, and riding his motorcycle. In  2020, Sean was diagnosed with non-Hodgkin lymphoma.  You can read about his journey HERE .
Sean is currently pursuing LPCC licensing in NM through ENMU to be more effective in counseling.

Jerry is originally from Venezuela, where served as a full-time church planter. In 2000 was sent as a missionary to Panama where met and married Keila.

Jerry graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Theology and a Master’s Degree in Education Management from Hosanna University and currently doing a Master’s Degree in Theological Studies at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary.

Jerry & Keila were married in 2002, they have two young men, Jerry Jr. and Jerry Andres. They love to spend time as a family watching movies and soccer. Jerry is an ultimate fan of the Real Madrid soccer team from Spain. “Hala Madrid y Nada Más”

Barry was born and raised in Roswell and went to the New Mexico Military Institute and New Mexico State University where he received a degree in criminal justice.  He completed his M.A.(RE) at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary.

Barry and his wife, Cheryl,  grew up together in Roswell, and married in 1993.  They have two adult sons: Cody and Caden. The star of the show is their grandson, Caleb.

Barry’s calling is to serve the local church by assisting its members to find their place in ministry and to walk along side of them as they serve. His hobbies include shooting sports and collecting knives and watches

Kenny Lewis is our worship and  music pastor.  He and his wife Jennifer have two children, Mackenzie and Brady. They are originally from Houston, Texas. 

Kenny loves riding motorcycles, fishing, and traveling.  Kenny and Jennifer have been married since 1994

Chris grew up in Phoenix, Arizona and graduated from Arizona Christian University with a B.S. in Christian Ministries/Youth. He is currently working on an M.S. degree in General Psychology from Grand Canyon University. Chris and his wife, April, were married in 2003, and have 4 children: Elsie, Kavin, Adalia, and Jarek. They enjoy working on house projects and being outdoors as a family. Chris and his family have been a part of the Grace Familiy since 2016.

Alan Gedde has been at Grace since June of 2010. He is married to Tamra, and they have six children. Alan completed his undergrad work in Christian Ministries from Arizona Christian University. He also completed his Masters of Christian Ministries from Wayland Baptist University. Alan loves to spend time with his family. In his time off, Alan enjoys sports and loves to spend time in God’s creation. He wrote a book, Unless the Lord, based on his favorite passage, Psalm 127. He loves children and enjoys teaching them about the love of Jesus