Pastor Nathaniel Madonna serves as our lead shepherd. He came to Grace as Associate Pastor in 2023 and was called as Lead Pastor in 2026. He was previously on staff at a church in central IL. As Lead Pastor Nathaniel focuses on preaching, guiding our worship, raising up leaders, and casting a vision for our future. His heart is to help us keep the gospel of Jesus at the center of all we say and do.
He studied pastoral theology in college, and he earned a Master of Theological Studies and a Master of Divinity from Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. He is currently pursuing a Doctor of Ministry through Covenant Theological Seminary.
Nathaniel is married to Gabriella, and together they have two children. They love to enjoy the beauty of West Michigan while they serve the Tri County area. In his free time you can find him watching football, going for a walk or hike, and spending time with family and friends.