AYC Team
Jeremy Stafford
General Youth Secretary
Jeremy joined the UPCI Youth Ministries in January 2021. Before coming to St. Louis, Jeremy graduated from the University of Memphis with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, and from Belhaven University where he obtained a Master of Science in Leadership. He served as the Youth Pastor at First Pentecostal Church in Pensacola, Florida from 2013-2020 and also on the Florida Youth Ministries team as the Florida Youth President from 2018-2020. He has been involved in youth ministry for over 14 years and was privileged to receive his ministerial ordination in 2017. It is Jeremy’s goal to see young people fulfill their God-given purpose as they further the Kingdom of God!
Jeremy met his lovely wife Kristin in 2005 and married her in 2006. They have two amazing children, Caden and Claire. He loves spending time with his family, enjoying great barbeque, and talking about sports (especially the Tennessee Volunteers).
Micaela Gleason
AYC Director
Micaela currently lives in the St. Louis area but is originally from Kansas City, MO. After obtaining her degree in education, she was an elementary school teacher before coming on board as the director for AYC with UPCI Youth Ministries. Micaela thoroughly enjoys working with young people and partnering that passion with her desire for missions. She enjoys learning, painting, and exploring new places. Alongside the YM team, Micaela is honored and humbled to facilitate the purpose that God has given this up-and-coming generation.
Joseph Stafford
AYC Administrative Aide
Joey is originally from Atlanta, Georgia but moved to Missouri is 2017 in pursuit of a B.A in Christian Ministries at Urshan College. While attending Urshan, he met his wife, Rachel Elizabeth Stafford. He is very competitive and loves playing board, video, and card games. His role as the AYC Administrative Aide consists of data entry and record keeping ensuring that all AYC applicants are equipped with what they need to engage within their mission field.
Kamryn Meyer
AYC Office Clerk
Kamryn is originally from the Milwaukee, Wisconsin area. She grew up in a minister’s home, and through this, developed a love for people and ministry. Kamryn is currently attending Urshan College, majoring in Christian Ministries with a concentration in missions. She enjoys reading, writing, hiking, music, and all things coffee related. She currently works for YM as the AYC Office Clerk.
Garret & Morgan Hill
AYC Social Media Coordinators
Garret and Morgan Hill were appointed AYC Social Media Coordinators in the summer of 2022. They have been married since 2015 and have a beautiful baby girl named Mila. Garret has been working as a videographer and photographer since 2018. Morgan has a bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design and has worked in marketing since 2016. They have been serving as youth leaders at their local church, Abundant Life in Silsbee, TX since 2016. From serving in this capacity, they have seen firsthand the benefits of Apostolic Youth Corps from the students who have attended. In their free time, they enjoy traveling, spending time with family, and hanging out with their youth group.