Leadership

Dane and Bev Wead have been pastors of New Life Fellowship since 2006. Dane has been in full time ministry for over 20 years. Bev and Dane met at Bethany University in California and were married in 1994. Dane grew up in Utah and served as a youth pastor and associate pastor in Ogden, before coming to New Life Fellowship. Bev teaches 5th grade at a local elementary school in Logan. They have 4 children. Dane and Bev have a heart for their community and want to see people grow in Christ. Dane enjoys golfing in the summer and skiing in the winter. Bev is an avid runner and loves adventure.

Michael and Nan Popineau we’re married in 1986 and have two adult children, one daughter and son-in-law, and one son and soon to be daughter-in-law. Michael has been in full time ministry for over 40 years.  He grew up in Southern California and holds a degree in Ministerial Studies.  Prior to coming to New Life Fellowship he served as the Senior Pastor at Greeley First Assembly (Colorado) for 16 years and 4 years before that as the associate pastor.  Michael currently serves as the Executive Pastor over Life Groups, Pastoral Care and Discipleship along with being part of the teaching team. He loves connecting with people and watching their lives be transformed through Jesus Christ.  He enjoys golfing, fishing, DIY projects around the home, comedy and attending football, basketball and baseball games. Nan recently retired with 27 years of service as an elementary school teacher.  She is enjoying this new season of life and being able to work more closely with Michael in ministry.  Nan enjoys hiking, reading, and DIY projects.  They both enjoy traveling and spending time with their family and friends. 

Matthew was born and raised in Utah and has been attending New Life Fellowship since he was a child. He attended Southwestern Assembly of God University in Texas with a pursuit in apologetics. Before becoming the youth leader, Matthew volunteered as a youth sponsor. He has a passion for the Word of God and a desire to see young people grow in their relationship with Jesus.

Bev is a gifted teacher and is passionate about leading our kids in a closer walk with the Lord. She works as a 5th grade teacher at Thomas Edison School and has taught children church for several years. She works closely with all of our volunteers and makes kids church a fun learning enviorment for all our children.

Dennis and Karen moved to Logan from Louisiana in the summer of 2013.  Karen has lead worship at both large and small churches. They have a passion to see people worship God and help others grow in their gifting’s. They enjoy exploring Utah and taking pictures. 

Nursery / Preschool Director

Haleigh Waite has been the Nursery/Preschool director since April 2017.  
She brings lots of ideas, excitement and love to the young children’s ministry.
Haleigh and her husband have lived in Logan all their lives and have three children.

Missions and Local Outreach Directors

Scott and Marla “Marly” Boyer were appointed New Life Missions Directors in November of 2016.
The couple have been active in local and international short-term missions work for years.
Their passion is sharing the love of Jesus Christ to the lost, the least, and the last.
Scott and Marly are recently retired from Utah State University.
In retirement, they plan to focus on Christian humanitarian efforts including housing,
clean water, transportation needs, and music ministry. Small acts of kindness,
Scott and Marly believe the world could use a few more.