Duane planted Deer Creek Church in 1987 and served as our Senior Pastor for 35 years. He is married to Holly and they have four grown children and many grandchildren. Duane earned his bachelor’s degree from Covenant College and his Master of Divinity from Westminster Seminary. Duane and Holly both love the outdoors, this church, and yes, after over 45 years together, they still love each other. Duane retired in December of 2022 and serves in a volunteer capacity helping with church planting.