Kyle loves God and loves people. He enjoys hiking, running, reading, watching sports, shrimp tacos, good BBQ, and celebrating stories of God’s great grace.

After surrendering his selfishness to Christ, Kyle answered God’s call to ministry as a 19-year old sophomore in college. He has been married to Julie since 1991 and they have two adult sons, Jackson and Kurtis (who is married to Meagan). 

Kyle has served as District Superintendent for the Kansas City District Church of the Nazarene since November 1, 2024. Prior to his current assignment, he served as Georgia District Superintendent (2018-2024), and as a Pastor in South Carolina, Tennessee, Alabama, and Texas. Kyle has also served as a middle-school youth minister, writer, and curriculum editor. 

He is a graduate of Trevecca Nazarene University (B.S., Business Admin) and Nazarene Theological Seminary (M.Div.), and is currently pursuing a D.Min in Ecclesial Mission and Leadership.

Wayne began serving as District Administrator in September 2019. His responsibilities include oversight of District Church Properties, logistics for District Assembly, assisting in pastoral transitions and serving as District Secretary. He has been in Christian ministry for 38 years pastoring in Overland Park, KS , Independence, MO and serving on the district office team. Wayne is a graduate of Point Loma Nazarene University (B.A. Religion) and Nazarene Theological Seminary (M.Div.).

Wayne has been married to his wife, Chris, for 38 years and they have three adult children who are all lovers of Jesus. He believes sarcasm is a spiritual gift, and the remote control and mint chip ice cream are two of God's best inventions.

Chris has served as treasurer for the Kansas City District since September 2020. Prior to this role, she served at the Global Ministry Center in a variety of ways utilizing her financial background. She has also worked in the public sector in multiple financial areas. She has earned   two degrees in Accounting and Business Administration from Point Loma Nazarene University and completed post graduate courses.

Chris has partnered with her husband Wayne in ministry for their entire married lives including local, district, and global levels within the Church of the Nazarene. They have three adult children that are all married and a grandson, Jonah.

Since 2018, Carlos has been serving as KCD Director of Spanish School of Ministry. He assists in integrating different language cultures on the KCD. Since 2017, he has served as the coordinator for SENDAS Pastoral Theological Bachelor program for the KCD.

In 2015, Carlos began his ministry as KCD Spanish Ministry coordinator, and Spanish School of Ministry director. Among his responsibilities is to assist in planting new congregations, training new Spanish pastors and leaders, and coordinating district theological Spanish education (CEM).

For 20 years, Carlos worked in different areas of ministries: field strategy coordinator in the Southern Cone, South America Region (1995-2003), Spain District Superintendent and Mission director (2003-2008); Leadership, Literature, Evangelism, Jesus Film Regional coordinator (2008-2015), and as professor in South America, Central America, and Spain. In 2015, He retired as a career missionary from the Global Church of the Nazarene.

In 2003, Carlos received his Doctorate degree in Ministry from Nazarene Theological Seminary. In 1992, he earned his Master in Ministry degree at Point Loma Nazarene University. In 1984, he earned his BA in Theology at Seminario Biblico in Pilar, Bs.As. Argentina. In 1970, Carlos was ordained as Elder of the Church of the Nazarene.

Prior to his missionary appointment, Carlos served as pastor in Buenos Aires for more than 20 years, and on the Southwest Latin America District in Phoenix and Peoria, Arizona, for over 7 years. He planted several churches during this time.

Carlos is married to Noemi Zani and have 3 children, Adriana, Karina and Carlos and 5 grandchildren.

Vicki Copp has been on the KCD Board of Ministry since 2005 and became chair in 2022. She has pastored the Cameron Church of the Nazarene since January 2018. She has also served in associate ministry positions in Midtown, MO, Overland Park, KS and San Diego, CA. She served on the Arizona District as Assistant to the Superintendent for Community and Equipping, and directed their School of Ministry.

Vicki has a Bachelor's degree in Music Education, a Master's degree in Theology from Point Loma Nazarene University, and a Doctor of Ministry degree from Nazarene Theological Seminary where she served as Director of Supervised Ministry, and is presently a trustee.

Vicki and Dan Copp (deceased) were married for 44 years and have two adult daughters, Mackenzie Wood (Bob) of Cameron and Megan Albaugh (Ryan) of Mesa, AZ. She also has four adorable grandchildren with whom she loves to spend time.

Rebecca has served the district as Director of Connections since February 2024, assisting with communications and district events. In addition to her district role, Rebecca serves as the worship pastor at Nall Avenue Church of the Nazarene in Mission, KS. She is married to Josh, who regularly serves alongside her in music ministry. 
 
Rebecca is an ordained elder in the Church of the Nazarene. She grew up as a “PK” (Pastor’s Kid) in southern California. She graduated from Olivet Nazarene University with a Bachelor of Arts in Intercultural Studies and a Master of Arts in Religion. She can speak conversational Spanish and enjoys opportunities to share hospitality. Her prior ministry assignments have included worship ministry in various local churches, adjunct teaching at MidAmerica Nazarene University, and marketing for the Church of the Nazarene Foundation. Outside of work, she enjoys gardening, visiting with friends and family, and going on walks with her dog, Piper.

My name is Ada Merari García Riley, and I am honored to officially join the Kansas City District office team as the District Missions Executive Assistant. I was born and raised in a Christian family in Tabasco, Mexico, and have been part of the Church of the Nazarene my entire life. I am passionate about serving God and His Church through creativity, communication, and leadership. I completed my bachelor’s degree in graphic design and animation in Mexico, where I gained a strong foundation and experience in visual communication and digital marketing.

Over the years, I have had the privilege of contributing to local, district, field, regional, and global initiatives. My work has included event branding, the editorial design of discipleship and evangelism materials, and leading social media content strategies. I am currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in theology at the Mexican Nazarene Seminary, building on my background in youth leadership studies.

In this new role, I will be providing executive assistance and coordinating ministry efforts focused on Church Planting and Multicultural Congregations. My heart is dedicated to nurturing spiritual growth, and I strive to create meaningful, faith-driven experiences through my work.

I am excited to serve alongside the team and be a part of what God is doing in the Kansas City District!

Deanna serves as the assistant to the District Administrator, helping the KC District with the credentialing and ordination process. She also serves as an adjunct professor at MidAmerica, Trevecca, and Northwest Nazarene Universities, as well as Nazarene Theological Seminary. She graduated from Point Loma Nazarene University (B.A. in Philosophy/Theology), Nazarene Theological Seminary (M.Div.), and the University of Manchester/Nazarene Theological College, England (Ph.D. in Wesley Studies).

She is an ordained elder and pastored on the Kansas City District for 15 years. She is married to Ben, who is also ordained and serves as a CPE Supervisor, a hospital chaplain, and a chaplain in the Air Force Reserve. They have two children: Josiah and Hannah. Deanna enjoys preaching, teaching on ministry and leadership, walking their rambunctious dogs Cassie and Tony, and chatting over coffee with friends.