Jerry is a native Tennessean. He and his wife, Beth, became Floridians in 2013. They have four children and eight grandchildren. They also have a cat named Stormy. Jerry loves to read and spend time with family and friends. On a day off you might find him and Beth at the beach or somewhere outside!… Read More »
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Ray Ocaño was born in Chihuahua, Mexico, came to the USA as an infant, grew up in Arizona and was introduced to The Salvation Army as a young boy. At age 14 he felt God was calling him to ministry, started in the church as a musician, soon became Assistant Children’s Choir Director, taught Sunday… Read More »
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Kathy Cooke has lived in Bradenton since 2005, the year she became a member of Manatee LIFE Church and assumed the position of Assistant to the Pastor. Kathy is an Air Force Brat who spent most of her early years in Fort Worth, Texas. She is the mother of two sons. Kathy attended college in… Read More »
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My home town is Fall River, Massachusetts, and I have lived in Bradenton for 22 years. I attended college at Keiser University, Sarasota. Hobbies: Homemade Crafts, reading, and cooking-baking.
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Adrienne Scott joined the Staff as Administrative Assistant in August 2019. She is originally from New York and has lived in Bradenton since 2001. Adrienne attended Oral Roberts University in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and ultimately received her A.S. in Computer Office Applications and Technology from Florida Metropolitan University. She is a volunteer at WJIS (JOYFM 88.1). … Read More »
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I am Megan Heise, the Preschool Director. I’ve been in child care for 6 years and have 2 degrees in Early Childhood Education. I used to volunteer at many different churches for their VBS Programs throughout my high school career. My goal is to make a difference in the lives of all children and their… Read More »
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Kaitlin is from Port Charlotte, Florida, and grew up here. She moved away to Muskegon, Michigan, for eight years and attended college there, then came back to Florida in 2021. Kaitlin enjoys spending time with her little girls, and reading, and she has a pet fish, Maxx. Kaitlin joined Manatee LIFE staff in 2022.
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