Strong Nation Team

The staff and leadership here at Strong Nation Church is comprised of men and women who love, care and pray for every single person in the church. If you have any questions for any of our staff, feel free to reach out and email them or call our church office to speak with them. You can contact the church office at (928) 488-8205.

Staff & Leadership

  • Franklin & Connie Pavon

    Lead Pastors

    Franklin and Connie owned their own businesses for several years before moving to Arizona and deciding to become pastors. After attending seminary, Franklin moved to Yuma where he planted Strong Nation Church.

  • Catherine Stokes

    Worship Director

    Catherine has been leading the worship team since our church was formed. Her leadership and love for the arts has helped our ministry grow and flourish. 

  • Kid directors

    Christy and Lesly have loved and cared for children their entire life. They have realized God's call on their life to serve the church with their experience, gifts and talents with children.