Jonathan Nelson

Meet Jonathan Nelson, the Lead Pastor of WayCross Evangelical Church

Birthplace  

St. Paul, MN

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Family 

Wife - Amanda

Daughter - Elliana

Son - Joshua

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Education  

Bachelors Degree from Bethel University in Youth Ministry & Psychology

Masters of Divinity from Bethel Seminary

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Who are you? 

I am a……… Husband of one and a Father of two. I'm a pastor and a college ministry leader. I'm a tennis player, golfer, outdoors man and amateur car mechanic. I am a beloved child of God my Father and a co-heir with Christ my King.

What is one thing on your bucket list?

Go backpacking in Patagonia, South America

What is your favorite food?

Indian (lunch buffets are my favorite!)

Describe your perfect day

My perfect day would be spent at my parent's cabin in Luck, WI. I would go golfing in the morning, wake boarding/water skiing in the afternoon and fishing in the evening. I'd have burgers for lunch, steak for dinner and cheesecake for dessert. I'd be with my wife, children and parents... of course the parents would be in charge of the kids :-). 

What is the best thing about pastoring at WayCross Church?

I love the people that I work with and serve in the congregation and the unique partnership the WayCross Church has with Compass Ministries.

What is one thing that people may not know about you?

I have a horrible phobia of needles!

Lead Team

Pastor Jonathan Nelson

John Behrens

Nina Erickson

Rhiana Kipp

Tyler Rust

David Wild

Trustee Resource Team

Dorothy Anderson

Eldon Erickson

Rick Sangren