The Pentecostals of Palmyra, Missouri

Pastor & Sister Axton started the United Pentecostal Church of Palmyra in the living room of their own home 36 years ago! Together, they have 5 amazing children & 4 beautiful grandchildren. The Lord spoke to the Axton's & they answered the call. They lead by example, in kindness, faithfulness & humility. Over the years they have remained faithful to God & are still pastoring a thriving church!! They are truly real people, with real needs, who serve a real God! 

Brandon & Jennifer Brosi serve as assistant pastor & wife at our Palmyra campus, they also pastor our daughter work, the Life Redeemed United Pentecostal Church of Monroe City! Together, they have 6 beautiful children. This family is making a lasting impact for the kingdom of God! Each Sunday morning they have service at 10AM at their church located in Monroe City at 514 South Main Street. God is moving mightily in the Life Redeemed UPC of Monroe City. The Brosi family is making a difference & will continue to reach that community! Tuesday nights at 7PM they come together for Bible study. They have a burden for souls & lead a wonderful congregation! 

Jeff & Brette Orr serve as the Youth Leaders. Along with their 4 lovely daughters, they make a powerful impact on our youth of today! Sunday morning & Wednesday night they teach a class specifically for that age group. They have a beautiful testimony of hope & restoration. Now, the Orr's play a vital role within the church, they lead in faith & purpose! God has moved in their lives, now He is working through them as they reach the young people of our church & community! 

Bob & Terri Roberts serve as the children's ministry leaders. With their son, they lead with excellence & humility! The Roberts family has done a tremendous work as they have led our children, teaching them with love & kindness. They have a heart for the children of our community. Bob & Terri are faith based, capable, & passionate people. God is on the move & He is continuing a great work through this couple & their ministry!  

John & Angie Drebes serve as media directors. Together, they have 4 wonderful children & 5 amazing grandchildren. They were first introduced to our church 9 years ago through a live webcast of one of our services! Over the years, the Lord has done a work. Now, the Drebes' are over the media of our church, from the live webcast to the in-building sound. God has a funny way of working things out, doesn't He?! John & Angie are passionate as they work in the kingdom & are doing great things! We are thankful for them in this necessary ministry!

Alicia Weir serves as the secretary of our church. With her son, she is faithful to the Lord & to the church. She does a lot of work behind the scenes that does not go unnoticed! She has a willing spirit & a heart for advancing the kingdom of God! She also leads various ministries such as Global Missions & teaches ESL, (English as a Second Language). The Lord has made a difference in Alicia's life & we are so grateful for all she does in His work!

Emily Hultz serves as music director. She is not only talented & musically inclined, she is anointed. Each week she coordinates the teams that lead us in praise & worship within each service! Emily has a sensitive, kind, & available spirit. She is a powerful asset in our church today! We are so thankful to have her as she leads our praise teams in anointing & a humble spirit!

Andi Drebes serves as the guest relations coordinator. Soon she will be launching a brand new ministry called "Church Connect" & forming a team to make her vision a reality! With this, the goal is to form intentional connections & build lasting relationships with those who visit our church. The UPC of Palmyra is a place where all are welcome, you belong here! Andi has a burden for souls, she is eager to do what needs to be done to reach out to people who are searching for more. We are excited to see what God is going to do & how He is going to move!