Pastor Matt is a graduate of Southwestern Assemblies of God University and Wheaton College. Matt ministered in Kansas City for 12 years and then was pastor in Sandwich, IL for 9 years. The Larson’s moved from the midwest in 2007 to South Florida. Their children Lynzee, Levi and Lacey are an active part of the ministry team at New Hope. You will always find Matt and Margot available to care and encourage you.
Native to Central Florida, Matt and Dani Whidden are a vibrant young couple who have answered the call of God on their lives. Having served their local church throughout their teenage years and into adulthood, they each furthered their education through Southeastern University. Each demonstrating a unique relational ministry style, Matt and Dani are fun and engaging while also challenging students to live out their walk with Christ in a way that is uncommon to their generation. They are dedicated to making life long followers of Jesus Christ, and to having a great time while doing it.
South Florida has been home to Micaela all her life. The second oldest of four girls and daughter to pastor parents, she has had the opportunity to see and be a part of the ins and outs of ministry from a young age. Her desire is to see the rising of a generation whose worship goes beyond the songs they sing and takes on hands and feet as we discover new ways of honoring God in our daily lives. Micaela is a graduate of Florida International University and holds a Bachelor in Elementary Education. She has been a part of the ministry team since 2009 and is committed to seeing New Hope experience worship that is real, fresh and natural.