of Leicester, NY
"Live Life... Give Love... Share the Lord"

Pastor Eric began pastoring Celebrate! Family Church in 1992. He is a graduate of Elim Bible Institute, and holds a Masters degree from Northwest Graduate School. Eric also serves Elim Fellowship (Lima, NY) as an Elder and as the Director of US Ministries, overseeing roughly 800 ministers and ministries across the United States. His church values him as a man of vision and integrity. In preaching and teaching, people easily connect to his down-to-earth style. Pastor Eric and his wife, Deby, have six children. Email Pastor Eric.


Deby serves as special ministries and events coordinator at Celebrate. Her talents of administration, and her flare for stimulating a sense of community make Deby a priceless member of the crew at Celebrate! Email Deby.

Pastor Matt has been on staff at Celebrate! Family Church since 2004. His focus is Children's Ministry, and assisting Pastor Eric in the overall ministry of the church. He is a graduate of Elim Bible Institute and Houghton College. Pastor Matt and his wife, Christine have four children. Matt also works in graphic and web design. Email Pastor Matt.

Jeremiah has a passion for leading people into God's presence through worship. He is a graduate of Elim Bible Institute and Regent University. Email Jeremiah.

Josh and Kelly have a passion for working with youth! They bring to the Youth Ministry of Celebrate experience and vision that is rare indeed! Their heart is to reach the younger generations for Christ. Email Josh & Kelly.

When it comes to keeping the church office running smoothly, Ann is solid gold. She has faithfully served as Secretary of Celebrate! Family Church for several years, and is a great person to turn to with any questions about the how's and the why's of CFC. Email Ann.