(Partial article reposted with permission from Nathaniel Stamper (’12); originally published in the Vicksburg (Miss.) Post on May 5, 2024.)

Nathaniel (’12), pastor of Westminster Presbyterian Church in Vicksburg, Miss., and Kelsey Stamper are the parents of Moses, Eden Victoria, Elijah and Iris Elizabeth.

Pastor Nathaniel Stamper (’12) found his way to the ministry almost by accident, and his way to the South directly from Pennsylvania. July will mark one year since Stamper and his young family answered a call from Westminster Presbyterian Church to fill a vacancy in their pulpit. Originally from Hartford County, Pa., Stamper found his way into the ministry, he said, “sort of by accident.”

As a newlywed, he found himself seeking ways to be a better husband and Christian, and enrolled in classes at Lancaster Bible College. He discovered an aptitude for ministry and obtained a degree in Biblical Studies. With the encouragement of his college professors and the support of his wife, Kelsey, Stamper decided to enroll in seminary.

“Professors like Dr. Joe Kim, Dr. Bob Spender, Dr. Robert Riedy (’81) and Dr. Jim Ayers (’80) significantly influenced my early ministry,” Stamper shared with LBC. “The Lord used them in my life.” Continue reading…