Nathan began serving as pastor of the UMC of Kent in July 2023.  Beyond our United Methodist connection, he has served on boards of directors for community centers, Habitat for Humanity, and community hospice care centers.  Nathan received a Bachelor of Arts from Ohio Northern University and a Master of Divinity and Doctor of Ministry from Wesley Theological Seminary.  He is married to Megan, and together, they enjoy spending time with family and exploring the Kent community and local parks.

Bob returns to the UMC of Kent after over 40 years of ministry.  Through the years, Bob has served churches in the East Ohio Conference, starting in joining the staff as Associate Minister in Kent from 1980-1985. After retiring from the East Ohio Conference in 2016, Bob has worked as a Hospice Chaplain. Bob and his wife, Janet, have two adult children – Stephen and Becky.  When not involved in the church, Bob enjoys golfing, biking, traveling and going for walks with Janet, and learning to play his hammer dulcimer.