Our Staff & Leadership
We believe God places the potential to lead in all of us, in an area in which we’ll flourish. But it takes character born of listening and being obedient to God’s calling in our lives.
There are many opportunities to become a leader, and we’ve seen people who never thought they could lead find their true fit at Hope Vineyard through God’s guidance and the encouragement and support of others. From outreach to the homeless, to setting up on Sunday mornings, to serving in kid’s church –– if you’re leading, you’re a leader.
our pastors & Staff:
Lead Pastor
FRAN DE KOKER
Administrative Assistant
Why are you at Hope Vineyard?
Hope Vineyard is the one church that I felt "Home". I felt safe and loved by everyone I met. To this day I feel God's presence and his love in this Church. I hope to share that feeling to everyone I meet.
What do you love about St. Louis?
I have grown to love St. Louis the more older I have become and becoming a parent. I love that there are so many fun family activities to do in St. Louis and so many of those activities are free!
Amanda perkins
Worship Pastor
Why are you at Hope Vineyard?
I returned to God privately and publicly in this place in 1997 after 25 years in hiding. His presence is strong here. It's my spiritual home. Its people are my family.
What do you love about St. Louis?
I love its cultural diversity, history, architecture, green spaces, arts, entertainment, sports and food.
frank oros
Children's Ministry Director
Amanda Perkins
Board of Directors
andy bundesen
Board of Directors
Why are you at Hope Vineyard?
This was the place that helped me when I was in need. No matter the problems someone may be dealing with now or in the past, Hope Vineyard welcomes them. This welcoming spirit is what has kept me here over the years. My life has been changed and impacted because this is the place where I continue to experience Jesus.
What do you love about St. Louis?
St. Louis is big enough, yet small enough. In traveling around the country I think it's one of the best-kept secrets. There are so many activities and places to visit that are family friendly. It has such a culturally diverse population for a city its size, which has been the case throughout its history. This is the place that my wife and I decided to raise our daughters even though both of us were not raised in St. Louis. We of course, would do it all over again.
alan epperson
Board of Directors
ROBERT STOVALL
Board of Directors