Member Spotlight:
Becky Battershell
Spouse:
Lynn
Kids:
Daughter - Alana (18) and Son - Andrew (15)
Where are you from originally?
We moved here from Huntington, Indiana where we were serving on staff at First Church of the Nazarene. Lynn grew up in NE Ohio (Alliance) and Becky grew up in SW Ohio (West Chester) and NE Indiana.
How long have you been attending or been a member of VCN?
13 years
What do you love most about VCN?
My grandma and grandpa Koch attended this church as snowbirds when I was a child and teen. So I vacationed here my entire life and attended VCN on summer vacations. Lynn and I have both grown up as Nazarenes. My Dad was a pastor in churches in Southwestern Ohio, and Lynn’s family was very involved in missions in his local church and district. We love the theology and heritage of the Nazarene Church. My parents attended here when we moved here 13 years ago. So it is natural we love VCN! We love Pastor Kip, Margaret, and the wonderful staff. The congregation is warm and loving. VCN is home!
What's something that the VCN family might not know about you and/or your family?
Lynn and Becky met at Mount Vernon Nazarene University. Lynn’s job takes him all around western Florida as he trains and teaches clients on a computer system. Becky currently teaches 4th grade at Venice Christian School. We have served in youth and children’s ministries staffs in Indiana and Virginia. Alana and Andrew have attended Venice Christian through elementary, middle, and now high school. Alana is a volleyball player and plays the violin. She works at Culver's. She is a senior this year and plans to attend Trevecca Nazarene University when she graduates. Andrew loves basketball, swimming, and video games.
What ministries or events are you involved in at VCN?
The Battershells have served in children’s, youth, music, and tech ministries. Andrew just started singing in the choir with his Grandpa Koch.
What's your favorite bible verse?
Trust in the Lord with all your heart
and lean not on your own understanding;
in all your ways submit to him,
and he will make your paths straight.
Proverbs 3:5-6
What's your favorite praise and worship song?