Larry & Karyn Olson
Senior Pastors

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 About Me
I was raised in an Assembly of God Church in Detroit, Michigan, although I didn't know the Lord personally. I stopped going to Church at 17, and came to a personal faith with Jesus Christ at 25. During my searching years I was rebellious and deep in the party lifestyle, running the street of Detroit. After I was born again I felt the Lord's calling on my life to full time ministry. To prepare I attended Southeastern University in Lakeland, Florida and graduated with a BA degree in 1979. I met my wife, Karyn, at Southeastern. We married in 1979. She is my best friend, the joy of my life, and is the greatest thing that ever happened to me, next to Jesus. I have two wonderful daughters, two great son in laws, and four of the most adorable granddaughters you've ever seen. I was a Youth Pastor and Associate Pastor from 1979 though 1985. In 1985 I became Senior Pastor of Lake Michigan Christian Center in Bridgman, MI, where I currently still serve.

Favorite Scripture(s)
2 Corinthians 5:19-20

Favorite Music
 Worship, I love a Jazzy-Blues style in music overall, but I still have some "Rock Roots".

What Are You Passionate About?
People reaching their world with God's restorative love.

Favorite Vacation Spot
 Riviera Maya, Playa Del Carmen, Mexico.

Favorite Food
 A great grilled steak, but my favorite meal is turkey and Karyn's mashed potatoes and gravy.

Favorite Book(s)
 "Understanding the Purpose and Power of Prayer", "The Merismos", "The Spiritual Man" (complete volume), "My Utmost For His Highest" (Devotional).

Who Inspires You?
 Bill Johnson, Bob Gass, Marsha Burns, Brian Houston, Creflo Dollar, John Eckhardt, Kevin Leal.

In My Spare Time
I like to jog (well it's really a slow jog or "wog"), spend time with family (grandkids), spend time in Chicago (I like big cities), go to a great conference, take a missions trip.