Steven Lester

Steven Lester

Vice President of Gift Planning

Steven Lester

Steven Lester joined the Nazarene Foundation in August 2022 as Vice President of Gift Planning. He is a graduate of Olivet Nazarene University and Nazarene Theological Seminary. Prior to this assignment he served for over 30 years as a pastor in Oklahoma, Illinois, and Tennessee.

Steven is driven to help those who want to invest to make an eternal impact. He believes today's investments are answers to tomorrow's prayers. He often says, "When God's vision becomes our vision, God will multiply provision." Planned giving helps God's vision become reality here on earth. This is how we store up treasures in Heaven.

On August 3, 2023, Steven and Rhonda celebrated 38 years of marriage. They are blessed with three kids and one grandchild.