PathwayWho We Are

Helping people
find and follow Jesus.

That's our mission in Pierce County and beyond, and we're relentless about it. Here's who we are, what we value, and where we've come from.

Our values

Not your cookie-cutter church

At Pathway, we want to be UNordinary. These four values shape everything we do.

UNmistakable Faith

We live a faith in Jesus that shapes our choices, fuels our courage, and can be seen in the way we live.

UNreasonable Hospitality

We go beyond what is expected to make people feel seen, valued, welcomed, and loved.

UNcommon Generosity

We give beyond what is expected to meet needs, bless others, and make a difference in our community.

UNthinkable Impact

We refuse to think small about what God can do through His church. Our community should be different because we are here.

Our story

Built on God's faithfulness

1993

Pastor John and Joyce Waring gather seven adults with a vision to reach Graham. Bethel Christian Fellowship meets in a school library.

2000

The church moves to its current home on 224th Street East.

2009

Through prayer and generosity, the worship center is built.

2016

The campus expands.

2020

A new chapter begins as Pathway Church.

2026

Pastor Jeff Hooper steps in with a renewed vision. Same heart: helping people find and follow Jesus.

Pathway Church is part of Open Bible Churches, a family of churches committed to sharing the hope of Jesus, growing in faith, and making a difference in communities around the world.

Meet the Team

  • A woman with short blonde hair sitting on a bench, reading a book with sunlight casting shadows on the wall behind her.

    Jeff Hooper

    Lead Pastor

  • A man with gray hair, wearing a blue sweater and beige pants, is sitting on a white bench or platform, leaning back on his hands, with a neutral expression and looking to the side against a plain beige background.

    Matt Venable

    Associate | Discipleship Pastor

  • A woman sitting on a bench, writing in a notebook, with sunlight casting shadows on the wall behind her, in a room with a wooden slat wall and framed artwork.

    Janet Groven

    Community Outreach Coordinator Church Board Secretary | Youth Lead

  • A young man wearing a grey polo shirt and cream pants sitting in a room with beige walls, with shadows cast on the wall behind him.

    Amber Hooper

    Weekend Service Coordinator

  • Veronica McCann

    Worship Team Lead | Treasurer

  • Jason Dillow

    Sound | AV Lead

  • Olivia Venable

    Lead Team

  • John and Joyce Waring

    Founding Pastor