The Tru church staff serves the church in rolls that help empower and equip followers of Jesus to carry out the mission of Jesus.
Click below to learn more abou each person and their ministry
TRU Church Staff
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Dr. Art Matheny, Lead pastor
Raised in a small farm town in Iowa, Art first became a follower of Jesus when he was nine years old. The town he grew up in had big front porches and no fences. He has pastored for nearly 25 years as a Youth Pastor, Lead Pastor/Church Planter, Revitalization Pastor, and Pastor of Discipleship.
Email: art.matheny@tru.church
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Kayla Talarico, Creative Arts & student Director
Born and raised in Lincoln, Nebraska, Kayla grew up in a single parent household and always valued the Lord and his provision. Kayla attended Manhattan Christian College, where she met her husband Nathan, and graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Worship and Counseling in May 2020.
Email: kayla.talarico@tru.church
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Susan Janasek, Children's Director
Born and raised in Bartlesville, OK before coming to Manhattan and to college at Manhattan Christian College in 2013. Graduated with a Bachelors Degree in Family and Counseling; and Bible and Leadership in 2017. Two weeks after graduation, married the love of her life, David Janasek. They met at Boy Scout Camp at a National Youth Leadership Training.
Email: susan.janasek@tru.church
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James Helton, Digital Engagement Pastor
James grew up in the church and crossed the line of faith as a high school student. He graduated in 2002 from Central Christian College of Kansas with a Bachelor's Degree in Ministry and was ordained in the Wesleyan Church in 2004. James has served across Kansas and Nebraska as Youth, Worship, Lead, and Church Plant Pastor. He and his wife Amber have been married 21 years and have 4 beautiful daughters
Email: james@tru.church
