Dave and Kerri Wood
Dave and Kerri Wood, from Scottville, Michigan, have had a heart for missions since before marriage. They have been involved in the ministry of the local church for the past 32 years together.
Dave’s local church ministry has included pastoring, teaching, and missions committee work. Kerri has been involved in women’s ministry, mentoring, and leading worship. Dave and Kerri love to serve together and meet with other couples.
Kerri has served global women with Thrive, as well as other ministries, in many countries, including Thailand, South Africa, Italy, Scotland, Malaysia, Ghana, the Czech Republic, Cyprus, the Philippines, Croatia, Germany, and Guatemala.
Dave has served in the Philippines, Ireland, Scotland, Panama, Haiti, Costa Rica, Brazil, and Guatemala.
Together, Dave and Kerri have led many team trips to Guatemala, where they have shared the Gospel through building homes, drama, VBS, food distribution, and teaching. They desire to take at least four trips a year to Guatemala to continue to teach and equip church leaders in and around the Chimaltenango area. They also serve in member care opportunities wherever the Lord leads.
Their children are Micah, Tirzah (married to Dylan), Seth, and Jael (married to Jayden). Dylan and Tirzah are the parents of their two grandsons.
Dave loves to hunt, read, and play basketball. Kerri enjoys visiting with friends, playing flute, piano, singing, and crafting. Dave and Kerri enjoy traveling together to minister around the world.