MCC Leadership
We follow the I Timothy 3 and Titus 1 model of leadership
Leadership Model
Medina Community Church is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit entity that is governed according to the Biblical principles in 1 Timothy 3 and Titus 1. The Board of Elders fills the role of shepherds to oversee the body and protect against false doctrine. The deacons are the hands and feet of the church and use their spiritual gifts in all areas of the church to serve the community.
Elders
Bill Stegemueller
Pastor
I have served as lead pastor Medina Community Church since 2003, and I am dedicated to solid verse-by-verse expository teaching. Nothing has helped me see Jesus more clearly and love Him more deeply than the faithful study and application of His Word.
I became a Christian through a college ministry at Texas Tech University and shortly after began working with a local youth group. That church helped me realize a call to being a pastor and later helped me financially in seminary. I attended Asbury Theological Seminary with a Master of Divinity and have served various churches in South Texas, but it wasn’t until came to Medina that I realized that I had come home.
I enjoy exercising and working outdoors. I am passionate about my border collies. My wife, Anna, and I have three adult children and one grandchild. I love to wake up early in the morning to spend time with the Lord. It’s my “5 AM Club.”
My life verse is Proverbs 4:23, “Above all guard your heart, for out of springs all the issues of life.”
Bruce Johnson
Elder
I love being a Dad, and I love my wife of 30 years, Kathleen. As an Elder at MCC, I am enthusiastic about encouraging the Church to reach out to those in need. I believe the Church is the body and not building. I love to see believers grow in their personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
Travis Klaassen
Elder
I have been married to Heidi for more than 30 years, and I have three grown children: Ali Barton, Emmitt Klaassen, and Bethany Baker. I also have been recently blessed with two grandchildren: Jeriah and Teagan. The Church is one of the only multi-generational gatherings left in America. The church is the Body of Christ here on earth. We are a true family and all that comes with it, including grumpy old people, loud infants, and disrespectful young ones. We are learning to become one in Christ! It’s a blast!
Jesse Sanders
Elder
Courtney said yes 12 years ago… and it’s been quite an adventure ever since! We’ve lived abroad, we’ve lived in the city, and now we live at a camp here in Medina. Together with our 6 kids we make up a portion of the Sanders/Cone Families who came to Medina in 2021 to serve at Deer Creek Camp. As an Elder here at MCC, I’m excited to be a part of a team that is passionate about spreading the Good News of the Gospel, see who gets excited about reaching out, and being the hands and feet of Jesus.
Administration
Sherry Lucas
Church Administrator
I have been married to my wonderful husband, Dalton, for more than 50 years. He is my right-hand and secret weapon, and always available to help do those little emergency tasks around the church.
We have two sons, Clinton and Matthew, two wonderful daughters-in-love, Carrie and Heather, and six grown grandchildren with a great-grandchild due the Summer of 2025.
In my professional career, I have had a variety of types of experience. I was in the oil industry for a number of years in administration and accounting, but I always knew I would become a teacher. I received my Bachelor Degree in both English and History and my Master Degree in English from Sam Houston State University. I also completed my doctoral classes in Biblical Studies from Trinity Theological Seminary.
I am a multiple-generation preacher’s kid and have served churches my entire life in a variety of ways, from administration to Bible teaching, to piano playing, to leading worship.
I am thrilled to be able to serve MCC as the Church Administrator and be a part of what God is doing.
Lacy Rogers
Director of Education
I have been married to David Rogers for 22 years, and we have 5 children. We have been a part of this church body for almost 19 years. I have been involved in many parts of children’s ministry over the years including helping with VBS, teaching children’s Sunday School, nursery coordinator, nursery volunteer and Children’s Church teacher. We love this body of Christ, and I am excited to help with the Bible and Education ministry.
Rosalyn Dikes
Event Coordinator
I have been married to Martin since 1972 and grateful for God having put us together. We have two fabulous children, Lauren and Kevin, and a super sweet daughter-in-love, Susannah. Lauren is mom to our three Big Houston Grands and Kevin & Susannah parent our four Little Borger Grands. Seems like we are always 🎶 On the Road Again…🎶
Martin and I have owned our property in Medina since 1984, but didn’t have the pleasure of making it our home until November 2013 after Martin retired from DuPont and I from Bank of America. We knew we had found our new church home/family the first time we stepped into MCC. This is such a caring community of Christians.
I am honored to serve MCC as Event Coordinator (a nice name for all things Kitchen!). God does a lot of work around a kitchen table, and we hold a place for you.
Deacons
Carla Pope
Care
I have been married to Jack Pope for over 45 years. We have two grown sons, and two granddaughters. I worked in computing for over 40 years primarily in the oil industry in Midland and Houston, retiring in 2009. During those years I was active in the local churches. Jack’s family has owned property in Medina since 1947, so after I retired I moved to Medina full time and was soon active in the local church. I currently serve as the Deacon of Care.
Craig and Lisa Knight
Connections and Safety
Craig R. and Lisa Knight are the Deacons of Connections. Craig is also the Safety Deacon at Medina Community Church. They are passionate about Jesus and love to welcome new people, and connecting guests with others in the MCC family. They strive to know Him and make Him known AND to provide a safe place to worship for our church family. They have been members of Medina Community Church since 2012.
Jeff Bearden
Facilities
Howdy, I am Jeff Bearden! I have 41 years of Industrial Construction knowledge. With that knowledge and my years as a business owner, God has given me the experience and opportunity to serve Him and our church as Deacon of Facilities. I enjoy spending time with my wonderful family, ranching, hunting, fishing, and playing golf.
Jeff DeVerter
Worship
I am the husband of Michelle and father of Stephen and Benjamin. I have been leading worship for over 30 years and spend my days working in the technology field with a firm headquartered in San Antonio. My wife and I balance our time between San Antonio and Medina. My family and I have been associated with MCC since 2015.
