Nancy Van Fleet

Nancy brings over 18 years of experience in Family Ministry to her role at First Presbyterian Church of Naples (FPCN), where she has served as the Director of Children, Youth, and Family Ministries since 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, helping to support parents as primary faith formers.

 

A North Central College graduate with a business degree and further religious studies at Defiance College, Nancy is a trained Stephen Minister, certified in Progressive Youth and Family Ministry (Vibrant Faith Ministries), and a Veriditas Certified Advanced Labyrinth Facilitator. Her professional development includes certifications from the Living School of Action and Contemplation and Pittsburgh Theological Seminary, as well as ongoing studies at San Francisco Theological Seminary. Nancy also chairs the Inclusion Initiative for Veriditas.

 

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 has one daughter, Julia, who recently earned her Master's in Mental Health and Wellness from Lesley University.