It is with great joy and gratitude that we announce the appointment of Rebecca Stevens as our new Youth Director. After much prayer, thoughtful conversation, and discernment, we believe that God has led us to an extraordinary leader whose heart, energy, and vision are perfectly aligned with the needs of our youth and the mission of our church.
Rebecca brings a unique combination of spiritual depth, creativity, and a genuine love for young people. Her experience working with youth, combined with her ability to connect across generations, makes her exceptionally well-suited to nurture and guide our youth as they grow in faith and community. Whether leading a Bible study, organizing a service project, or simply listening with compassion, Rebecca embodies the grace, wisdom, and enthusiasm we prayed for in this role.
We are especially thankful for the dedicated work of our Youth Director Search Team. This process was a true team effort, marked by honest discussion, spiritual discernment, and a shared commitment to the well-being of our youth. I want to extend heartfelt thanks to Drew Powell, Brett Elliott, Dorothy Brooks, Ian Pollard, Robert Yates, and Jen Le’au, who served as an ex officio member. I also had the honor of serving on the search team in an ex officio capacity.
Their time, care, and faithfulness throughout this journey have been a gift to our congregation and a testament to the strength of our shared ministry.
Please join us in welcoming Rebecca to our church family. We are excited to see how God will work through her to inspire, challenge, and walk alongside our young people in the days ahead. Her first day will be June 16!
Below, you can see some words from Rebecca!

In gratitude and hope,
- Pastor Jonathan


When Pastor Jonathan asked if I would be interested in taking on the role of Youth Director at FCCNH, my first reaction was YES! I’d grown up in a church with a vibrant program that anchored me through the ridiculousness of my teenage years and I have always wanted to give the gift of that foundation to others. Then I took a beat and thought about what that means in these modern times. The world is full of hate, whether in-person or lobbed anonymously via social media comment sections. Faith can be weaponized, and too often, being Christian becomes a label or a brand. Kids, especially teens, have it harder than ever. So, what would I want to bring to a youth program?
I hope to offer them the care and support that builds confidence in their relationships with God and our church – a confidence that will grow throughout their lives, not just in words, but most importantly through their everyday actions. Not just in acts of service, but how they treat each person they meet, most importantly themselves. As an associate marriage and family therapist and mother of two, I want nothing more than for my children and yours to grow up in a church youth program that helps them shape their morals and beliefs, surrounded by the love and teaching of Jesus. I believe that when those spiritual seeds are planted in children, even if they stray, they know where to return.
I am honored and humbled to accept the position of Youth Director at FCCNH. I sincerely thank you for this opportunity.

-Rebecca Stevens