Stephanie Smith

Stephanie Smith has extensive experience in pastoral roles and higher education. Currently serving as the Associate Pastor of Young Adults and Young Families at First Reformed Church since April 2013, Stephanie also co-pastors alongside husband Brandon. Concurrently, Stephanie has been a Residence Hall Director at Hope College since August 2008. Previous positions include multiple pastoral internships at various churches, including St. Thomas Reformed Church and Beechwood Church, and a Ministry Staff Leader role with A Christian Ministry in the National Parks at Yellowstone National Park. Stephanie earned a Master of Divinity from Western Theological Seminary (2009-2013) and a B.A. in Christian Educational Ministries and Psychology from Taylor University (2004-2008), complemented by a semester abroad at Wesley Institute for Ministry and the Arts in Sydney, Australia.