Makofka Concluding Ministry at Centerville, Ohio

Steve Makofka (pictured), who started at the Centerville, Ohio, Grace Brethren Church as associate pastor in 2000 and became senior pastor in February of 2003, has told his congregation that his pastoral ministry with them will conclude on February 22.

Steve says, "There was no great crisis or conflict--just a sense that I was done with the job God had given me to do and that it was time to move on." You're encouraged to pray for the Makofkas and their future, and for the Centerville church as it contemplates transitioning to a new pastor.

Steve has a Bachelor's degree in Music Education from Grace College and a Master of Divinity from Grace Theological Seminary. He and his wife, Lorrie, have four children. Steve regularly participates in community music and theatre programs and is a member of the Dayton Philharmonic Chorus. He was named to the 2005-2006 National Register's Who's Who in Executives and Professionals.