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Jessica has been married for 24 years and has 2 amazing young adult children, Judah and Eleanor. She grew up in Toronto and has lived and studied at 2 revival centers, Catch the Fire in Toronto and Bethel Church in Redding, CA in addition to her training at Elim Bible Institute. Today, she and her husband live in North Tonawanda, NY where they pastor Vanguard Church, an apostolic center, building a community of passionate people who carry the Presence of God, healing, and equipping in spiritual gifts. Their mission is to see the Body of Christ reveal the glory of God, through releasing His goodness, love, and supernatural power so that all may come to know our wonderful Savior and Creator. They have seen countless lives transformed and miracles happen as they traveled the world bringing the gospel of Jesus Christ, and the Presence, love, and power of God, to thousands in Asia, Africa, Central America, Europe, the Middle East, and North America.
Jessica Collins
Senior Pastor
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Katie grew up as a pastor’s kid and was a part of Vanguard Church from itsstart in 1981. She has been a musician and singer since she was in first grade. Part of her adult training included studying vocal performance at ORU and receiving private lessons in pop music from professionals in CA and GA. She has many encounters with the Holy Spirit and enjoys experiencing HisPresence in different ways. Her most common saying is “I feel Presence!!” Equally as satisfying is leading others into His glorious presence and love. Becoming a worship pastor and leading Bethel SozoMinistry for New York and Connecticut, is a natural extension of her history with the Lord. Besides the great joys of Jesus and pastoral ministry, she is crazy about her family. She has been married to John for 32 years. She has three sons, two daughter-in-laws and four grandchildren.
