Rev. Michael Hegeman, PhD.
ACTING DIRECTOR

Rev. Michael Hegeman holds a PhD in Homiletics (Preaching) and New Testament from Princeton Seminary where he taught speech, preaching and liturgy. An Arizona resident since 1978, Michael graduated from Grand Canyon University with a degree in Music Education. He taught at the First Presbyterian Academy, formerly housed in the Historic First Presbyterian Church (Phoenix), where he also served as an elder. Michael teaches courses in Spiritual Studies and frequently lectures on diverse topics dealing with faith and religion around Phoenix. In addition to his theological background, Mike is an active musician and composer.

Kelly McGinn
ADMINISTRATOR

Kelly McGinn brings years of church-life experience to the Fran Park Center for Faith and Life. She received her Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communications from Texas State University in 1998 with a Minor in Technical Writing. She started off her career at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Austin, Texas, and after a move to Carlsbad, California, went into program development at Saint John School. While living in Connecticut, she served Program Director for Children’s Ministries at the Congregational Church of New Canaan. Kelly moved with her family to Scottsdale in 2017 when she began her key role at the Park Center.

Nathaniel Smith
COMMUNICATIONS ASSOCIATE FOR VIDEO PRODUCTION AND LIVESTREAM

From Hollywood to Boston to New York City, and finally Phoenix, Nathaniel’s passion for the visual arts never took a back seat. In Hollywood, Nathaniel was given the opportunity to work on “That 70’s Show.” Nathaniel took what he learned out West and brought it back with him to Boston where he took on a Cameraman position on an episode of MTV’s “MADE”. Upon moving to NYC, Nathaniel made the conscious choice to expound his skills within the world of TV and Film, shooting various TV commercials and working production design on various Television and Film sets. In addition to working as a camera operator on several TV aired projects, Nathaniel also worked relentlessly on numerous independent short films and features. Nathaniel looks forward to bringing his experience and skills to Pinnacle Presbyterian Church, where he will serve as the Communications Associate for Video Production & Livestream, bringing quality-produced live streams and video content to both the Church and the Park Center.