Eric Ward

Eric Ward is an ordained elder in the Church of the Nazarene with a heartfelt commitment to nurturing the next generation. He earned his B.A. from Olivet Nazarene University and both a Master of Ministry (MMin) and Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Mount Vernon Nazarene University. With a genuine passion for guiding young minds in their faith, Eric has spent most of his ministry as a children's pastor, creating impactful experiences that inspire and uplift. Now serving as the Executive Pastor of NextGen Ministries, he focuses on empowering children and youth to grow spiritually and become leaders in their communities. In his free time, Eric loves building with Lego bricks and is undecided about whether he likes Star Trek or Star Wars better.