Leadership
NorthLight Community Church is led by a team of servant-hearted leaders who are committed to biblical faithfulness, spiritual care, and steady growth in Christ.
Lead Pastor
Pastor Jonathan Poindexter
Since February 1, 2026, Pastor Jonathan Poindexter has been faithfully serving NorthLight Community Church as Lead Pastor, guiding our congregation through biblical teaching, worship, and shepherding care.
Jonathan was raised in a Christian home in central South Dakota and committed his life to Christ at an early age. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Biblical Studies with a minor in Christian Ministry from Trinity International University, and a Master of Divinity from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School. He is ordained through the Evangelical Free Church of America (EFCA).
Prior to starting at NLCC, Jonathan has served at Faith Evangelical Free Church in Austin, MN as Pastor of Worship & Groups (since 2014). In this role, he led worship services, trained and supervised ministry leaders, organized major church events, and developed and taught small group leaders. He has also regularly preached biblical sermons and supported district-level ministry through licensing interviews.
Jonathan brings a strong desire to shepherd the church through biblical teaching, authentic worship, and relational leadership. He values team-based ministry, equipping others, and helping people experience Christ in every season of life.
He and his wife, Tricia, were married in 2016 and are proud parents to two children. In his free time, Jonathan enjoys spending time with his family, being outdoors, grilling, engaging in meaningful conversations, and making music.
“My ultimate aim as a pastor is to shepherd and equip the saints for the work of ministry.” – Ephesians 4:12
Elders
NorthLight is shepherded by a team of elders drawn from within the congregation. The elders provide spiritual oversight, prayerful direction, and care for the church body. They are committed to guarding biblical doctrine, supporting the mission of the church, and walking alongside members through every season of life.
Christopher DeFranco
Adrian Dingley
Ryan Stewart
Deacons
The deacons serve the church through practical care and ministry support. They assist with needs within the congregation and help ensure the church operates with compassion, integrity, and order.
LuAnn DeFranco
Mike Peterson
Worship Leader
Noah Broring
Noah Broring joined NorthLight Community Church as Worship Leader in May 2025. With extensive experience in worship ministry, Noah brings a heart for authentic worship and a deep passion for helping others connect with God through music.
A skilled musician, Noah leads from both piano and drums and is passionate about blending contemporary worship with timeless favorites. He has led worship in a variety of settings and has experience coordinating worship teams, mentoring musicians, and organizing musical events.
Noah holds degrees in Music and Biblical Studies and has been active in teaching music privately for several years. His approach to worship leadership is both thoughtful and Spirit-led, seeking to create space for the church to grow in faith and praise.
He and his wife live in the Kasson area with their children. As a family, they are deeply rooted in their faith and community, and they enjoy sharing their love of music and ministry with others.