Staff

Rev. George Plasterer - Senior Pastor

Rev. George Plasterer is our pastor here at Cross~Wind United Methodist and has been since November of 2008. After completing college at Indiana Wesleyan and receiving a Master of Divinity from Asbury Theological Seminary in 1979, he was ordained an elder of the united Methodist Church in 1983. George and his wife, Suzanne, enjoy spending time together, sharing devotions, and Starbucks coffee. They have four children who are grown and out on their own. But their home is all but empty with two parrots, a few fish, and their fox terrier named Annie. George enjoys running, lifting weights, teaching, and preaching as some of his favorite hobbies. Most of all, he wishes to grow in his love for God and others being faithful to the biblical witness concerning Jesus Christ.

Contact Pastor George by email: pastorgeorge@crosswindministries.net

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Kayc Mykrantz - Director of Nurture, Outreach, and Discipleship

Kayc Mykrantz has served as the Director of nurture/Outreach/Discipleship at Cross~Wind since 2002. Although she was raised and educated in New York state, she has been a Hoosier for 30+ years (a childhood dream!). A social worker, Kayc has a varied background. She has been a human resources director, a parenting instructor, a professional child advocate, and has led both music and youth ministries. A perpetual student, Kayc's personal mission is to help persons be healed, whole, and growing as disciples of Jesus Christ.

Contact Kayc by email: kayc@crosswindministries.net

Ryan Nelson - Youth Minister

Ryan Nelson has been serving as the Youth Minister at Cross~Wind United Methodist since August of 2009. Prior, Ryan was a student at the University of Indianapolis from which he graduated in May of 2009. As a United Methodist Youth Leader Scholar he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Youth Ministry. Ryan also manages the network and computers at Cross~Wind. In his leisure, he enjoys home improvement projects, recreational athletics, and photography. Ryan and Emma have just recently become engaged and are planning on having their wedding October! They both seek growth in their relationship with the Lord and look forward to opportunities of sharing the love and faith they have in Christ Jesus.

Contact Ryan by email: ryan@crosswindministries.net

Zach Crowder - Director of Music

Zach Crowder is our Director of Music here at Cross~Wind. He was born and raised in Colombus, Indiana. He graduated from Butler University. He met Jessica at South Vermillion high School where he was a teacher and she was a dance instructor. She received her degree from Indiana State University. They have been married since March 2009. They have a dog named, Daisie. Each enjoys outdoor activities and sports. Zach still plays in a band and Jessica recently taught ballroom dancing in Logansport. Currently, Zach is the Logansport High School Band Director and Jessica teaches in Lafayette. They are excited to be a part of the Cross~Wind family.

Contact Zach by email: zach@crosswindministries.net

Ashley Wilson - Secretary

Ashley Wilson is the newest member of the Cross~Wind Team! She graduated from Norwell High School in 2003. Soon after, she became a full-time CNA. After pursuing her ambitions by caring for the elderly, she moved to Logansport, There is where she met her fiancee, Duane Scott. They are set to be wed in September 2010. In Ashley's spare time, she volunteers with the Reading Railroad, Mental Health Association, and whatever else may come her way. She also enjoys time with Duane who is a farmer. They watch movies and eat out when they can. Ashley looks forward to what Cross~Wind and the Cross~Wind family have in store for her.

There are others in our staff that help us tremendously in making sure that everything flows the way it should. We are lucky to have such wonderful people here that are more than willing to lend a helping hand when you need one. So thanks to all our volunteers! You are all GREATLY appreciated!