Our Leadership Team
Servant leaders dedicated to encouraging pastors, strengthening churches, and advancing the Gospel across Nebraska.
Joe Marino
The Well Church (Hastings)
Joe serves as the president of our association. Joe began planting The Well in August 2012 with a vision to 'run a rescue mission within a yard of hell and plant a church for people who don't like church.' God has blessed that dream into a vibrant church reaching the heart of Hastings.
Justin Brown
The Well Church (Sidney)
Justin Brown is the founding pastor of The Well Church in Sidney, Nebraska and serves as Vice President of The Great Commission Network.
Spencer Parish
Calvary Kearney
Spencer serves as the lead pastor of Calvary Kearney. Born and raised in Nebraska, Spencer has been married to Lauren for 13 years and they have one daughter, Juliet. Spencer is a graduate from Wayne State College and Denver Seminary.
Pastoral Care & Connection
How Association Leadership Serves You
Rural ministry can feel isolating. Our officers provide regular fellowship, prayer support, and relational care to church leaders.
Helping established churches find fresh vision, leadership training, and biblically-sound resources for healthy growth.
Assisting local plants like The Well (Hastings) and The Well (Sidney) to spread gospel outposts across Nebraska.