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Rick & Michelle Bezet

Founding Pastors
NLC
About
Rick Bezet is the founder and lead pastor of New Life Church of Arkansas. Pastor Rick’s heart and motivation is always to see the next person encounter Jesus. The vision of New Life reflects this passion as we grow throughout our state and country. Rick and his lovely wife, Michelle, have been married since 1988 and live in Conway, Arkansas. They have four children and love life as grandparents.
Smiling couple seated close together on a sunlit autumn field, golden hour light in the background.

Scotty & Alisha Howard

Campus Pastors
Sherwood
Tom & Jan McCone

Tom & Jan McCone

Service Pastors
Sherwood
About
Making disciples, feeding sheep, and equipping the saints are three directives Jesus gave His followers, and Tom and Jan are passionate about living that out. They have been married for 49 years, love their kids, and think their five grandkids are the best. Tom has served in ministry for more than 50 years, and Jan has been right beside him the whole time. Reaching the city of Sherwood for Jesus has become a passion they share.
Josh & Jenna Valovich

Josh & Jenna Valovich

Children’s Pastors
Sherwood
About
Josh and Jenna love helping people follow Jesus and grow in their faith. They’re passionate about building strong families and investing in the next generation. They have three boys—Roman, Oliver, and Maxwell—who keep life fun and busy.
Mary Craig

Mary Craig

Administrative Assistant
Sherwood
About
Mary joined the team in 2026 before the church had even found its building. She loves working behind the scenes to make sure everything runs smoothly and has a heart to encourage people and share the gospel wherever she goes.

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