Nancy brings over 19 years of experience in Family Ministry to her role at First Presbyterian Church of Naples (FPC Naples), where she has served as the Director of Children, Youth, and Family Ministries since December 2018. In addition to teaching preschool chapel and leading programs for children, youth, and young adults, Nancy enriches the church community with classes on Christian contemplative spiritual practices. She is also actively engaged in grant work through Vibrant Faith Ministries, engaging in the work reaching the next generation of worshippers.

Previously a licensed minister in the United Church of Christ (UCC), Nancy is a North Central College graduate with a business degree and pursued further religious studies at Defiance College. She is a trained Stephen Minister and holds certifications in Spiritual Direction (San Francisco Theological Seminary) and Progressive Youth and Family Ministry (Vibrant Faith Ministries), as well as being a Veriditas Certified Advanced Labyrinth Facilitator. She has also attended the Living School of Action and Contemplation, founded by Father Richard Rohr, who was one of her teachers. Additionally, Nancy chairs the Inclusion Initiative for Veriditas, an organization that trains and supports labyrinth facilitators.

Originally from Willow Springs, IL, Nancy has embraced Florida life for over 20 years. She is a passionate practitioner of labyrinth walking, and her work was featured in Lucy Tobias’ book, Circle the Center – Labyrinths in Florida. She is vice-president of the board of directors for her condo association and is also a dedicated student of 26&2 Hot Yoga, an embodied practice that includes a 90-minute meditation. She has one daughter, Julia, who recently earned her Master's in Mental Health and Wellness from Lesley University.