Youth Leadership Team
Pastor Dan & Mrs. Carianne
Michael Blankenship
With over two decades of dedicated service in ministry, Pastor Dan brings a wealth of experience, having embarked on his journey of vocational ministry as a youth pastor in 2002. His passion for igniting hearts with the love of Jesus has led him to various roles in youth ministry across different churches, each adding layers of wisdom and insight to his leadership.
Complementing his vision is his wife, Mrs. Carianne, a licensed professional counselor whose expertise and compassionate nature uniquely equip her to guide and support our youth. Together, their aim is clear: to nurture a generation passionately in love with Jesus, empowered to emerge as leaders in their faith and communities.
Meet Mr. Mike, our dedicated worship leader at Memorial's Lighthouse Youth Ministry. Hailing from the heartland of Ohio, Mr. Mike found his calling in leading worship and brought his passion to our community in 2023. With half a decade of experience, his journey as a worship leader is marked by a deep desire to see teenagers encounter God through the power of music. Mr. Mike's commitment to nurturing authentic worship experiences has led our youth in several Sunday morning performances, where they boldly proclaim their faith before the entire congregation. His heart beats for the next generation to know God intimately, and his leadership continues to inspire and uplift our youth as they journey deeper into the presence of the Lord.