Rev. Bruce McGraw – Worship Pastor
Bruce came to OFC nearly 12
years ago from Ohio. He has been a Worship Pastor for over 30 years and is
passionate about his calling. He has attended Cincinnati Bible College, Malone College,
Charleston University School of Music and Mount Vernon Nazarene College where
his concentration was Christian Education and Vocal Music. Bruce was ordained
in the Church of the Nazarene in 1992 as Deacon of Christian Education and
again in 2003 as an Elder. He is married to his wife of 31 years, Joyce and two
children Paul (27) and Beth (21).
Bruce’s hobbies include Bike
Riding, Collecting Sports Cards, Racquetball, and spending time with Joyce. He
has seen just about every episode of the Andy Griffith Show and likes Western
and Military movies. Bruce sets a goal every year and try’s to read 12 books a
year. His favorite book is Attitudes by John Maxwell. His Dad has had a
great impact on his life along with his Youth and Music Director, Adrian Thomas.
“Adrian showed me how to have joy when times were rough.”
Bruce’s favorite Scripture
is found in Jeremiah 29:11, “For I know
the plans I have for you (Bruce McGraw) declares the Lord. Plans to prosper you
and not to harm you. Plans to give you hope and a future.”