Pastors

Duane Deshner

Lead pastor

Duane was born in Great Falls MT, and is ordained with the General Counsel of Assemblies of God. At an early age Duane was born again and developed a love for Jesus and His Word and felt the call to ministry. After twenty years of Military service he retired and began his journey of occupational ministry. He earned a Bachelor's degree in Pastoral Ministries from Southwestern Assemblies of God and later earned a Masters degree in Biblical Theology from Harrison Graduate School. Duane enjoys spending time with his wife Tammy serving Jesus, exploring Montana, golfing, gardening, and going to Glacier Bible Camp in the Flathead. They have three kids, two sons-in-law, seven grandchildren whom they treasure and two cats named Benny and June. When Duane and Tammy were married they pledged to bring God glory through their marriage through being faithful, obedient, and making much of Jesus. 

Alan Warneke

STAFF Pastor 

Pastor Alan is an Ordained Minister with the General Council of the Assemblies of God. He has served in various roles within the Montana Ministry Network over the years. His roles have included staff pastor, lead pastor, presbyter, assistant superintendent, and Montana Network Superintendent before retiring in 2019. He has since served Canvas Church in Kalispell, Montana, as a staff pastor before retiring again and moving back to Great Falls. Having a deep desire to serve Central Assembly once more, he came out of retirement to serve part-time as a staff pastor, coming alongside the pastors, elders, deacons, and congregation to see Central reach the unity of the faith! He is currently serving as our interim pastor.

Stephanie Polzin

Youth & Worship Pastor

Stephanie is an Ordained Minister with the General Council of the Assemblies of God. She leads the youth and worship ministries, and oversees the kids ministry of Central. She and her husband, Brett, have three children. Stephanie loves early morning workouts, chai tea from Crooked Tree, and vacationing with friends.

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