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Troy Cooper
Youth Minister

"And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds. Let us not give up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but let us encourage one another--and all the more as you see the Day approaching."

Hebrews 10:24-25

When did you come to Castleview?
 
1984, on staff since 2000
 
Favorite activities:
 
playing Settlers of Catan, boating, traveling
 
Family:
 
wife: Rachel daughter: Mayah sons: Malachi and Isaiah
 
Favorite Books:
 
"Fresh Wind, Fresh Fire"

Troy came to Castleview in August of 2000 as the interim Youth Director. He became the full time Youth Minister in June, 2001. Prior to serving at Castleview, he taught Bible and Science for 3 years at Heritage Christian School. Troy grew up in Indianapolis as a member of Castleview. He graduated from Heritage Christian School in 1993 and attended Liberty University (Lynchburg, VA) where he received a degree in Biology. He then went on to receive a Masters degree in Biology from Purdue University in Indianapolis. It was at Liberty, however, that he met his wife Rachel. Rachel grew up on the mission field in Japan and is an independent interpreter and translator. She loves being a homemaker and being with the Castleview students. Troy and Rachel are excited about serving the Lord through youth ministry at Castleview.

Picture of the Cooper family.