We are a group that seeks to serve the church by being passionate, humble, encouraing, and prayerful. We work towards Nampa First being a place that promotes belonging, equips people through practical training, and is on mission through serving people at home, across the street, and around the world.
Lead Pastor
Dr. Brian Thomas
Lead Pastor
Pastor Brian came to Nampa First in the summer of 2015 after stops in Alaska and Vancouver, Washington. He became a Christian and received his call to ministry while attending NNU. Pastor Brian is passionate about reaching the community for Jesus Christ and seeing God move in new ways that bring about His restoration.
Associate Pastors
Libby Gerdes
Pastoral Care & Connections Pastor
Bud Pugh
Ministry Advancement Pastor
Tony Johnson
Engagement & Recovery Pastor
Scott Davis
Youth & Young Adult Pastor
Dr. Jean Thomas
Early Childhood Pastor
Erika Perry
Children's Pastor
Bob Mitchell
Worship Pastor
Dr. Tomás Alvarez
Pastor de Ministerio
Dean Matlock
Senior Adult Pastor
Calcy Jaquess
Millennial Pastor, Communications, & EC Administrative Assistant
Jill Kelley
Celebrate Recovery Ministry Co-Leader & Prison Visit Clergy
Ministry Directors
Neal Moore
Care House Partnerships Food Bank Director
Marsha Rogers
Singles Ministry Director
Carey Cook
Worship Director
Support Staff
Beth Bramhall
Congregation Care & Youth Admin
Sue Justus
Worship Arts Admin
Patty Crouch
Care House Partnerships Admin
Brandy Forras
Elementary Admin
Our Beliefs
Learn more about what it is that we believe both as a church and as a denomination.
Our Services
Learn more about how we express ourselves as a community in our services on Sundays.