Carroll First Church
About Us
Following Jesus, Loving Everyone.
Our Story
We love Jesus! We desire to live our lives for Him and to bring God’s love to the city of Carroll and the surrounding area. We are a multi-generational church with modern worship, times of prayer and relevant teaching from the Bible. We place value on reaching generations, and particularly young generations who are otherwise leaving the faith.
Our Values
Directed by Scripture
We believe that the Bible is the inspired Word of God and that it speaks into all situations we will face, as a church and as individuals. 2 Timothy 3:16 “All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness.’
Saved by Jesus
Jesus declares that He is the Way, the Truth and the Life. We believe Jesus is the Son of God, that He lived, died and rose from the dead so we may be saved if we believe, repent and put our trust in Him. Romans 6:23, John 14:6
Desire to Serve
We believe love in action are most effective and powerful when they operate together! The people at Carroll First are a generous people, both in time and resources, and we desire to be the hands and feet of Jesus! Galatians 5:13, 1Peter 4:10
Authentic Relationships
We desire to be honest in our relationship with God, believing in the power of repentance and reconciliation to Him. We desire to be authentic with one another. Not one of us have everything put together, and we are called first and foremost to love as Jesus loves! 1 Samuel 16:7
Empower Missions
We are called to live out the Gospel here in Carroll, but also around the world. One way we do this is empowering missionaries who take the Gospel around the world. It won’t take long before you hear someone talk about missions around here. Matthew 28:19-20, Acts 1:8
Encourage The Family
Every family faces various challenges at any given time and we want to be a help and source of hope to your family! Because we value family, we value a multi-generational church! We will continue to make room and encourage believers of all ages. We will continue to build up the next generation by devoting time and resources encouraging them to grow in their faith and leadership. Joshua 24:15
Pray Boldly
We desire to come together as a church and take time to pray and seek God together. We also encourage each believer to spend time in prayer on their own. As the church and as individuals we desire to be led by the Spirit, to step out in faith and pray boldly for the world around us! Hebrews 4:16, 1 John 5:14-15 Matthew 5:44
Marked by Hope
We desire to be known as a people who hope. Not hope in our own ability, but hope because we have a God who loves and cares for us. As we grow to trust him more, hope becomes more and more a part of who we are. Joshua 10:25, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-14
Our Team
“Though one may be overpowered by another, two can withstand him. And a threefold cord is not quickly broken.” – Ecclesiastes 4:12
Dave Hagen
Lead Pastor
Dave, Ashley & their boys moved to Carroll in November 2016. Before moving to Carroll, Dave was the youth pastor in Wausau, WI and Ashley also led worship there. Their 4 boys enjoy playing sports, camping, hunting, fishing, and pretty much anything else boys enjoy doing. Dave graduated from North Central University with a BA degree in Pastoral Studies and is an ordained minister with the Assemblies of God. “We feel incredibly fortunate to be a part of this wonderful body of believers and of the community of Carroll! We are so excited to be a part of what God is doing in and through Carroll First and we can’t wait to meet you!” –Pastor Dave
Craig & Katie Cannon
Music Director & Youth Pastor
Craig & Katie moved near the Carroll area in 2022. Craig has been involved in worship ministry since 2011. Craig’s greatest passion is to lead people into God’s presence through worship. Katie has been involved in youth ministry and has worked with children and families since 2008;. Her passion in life is serving families, and being a light for Jesus even in the darkest corners. Craig and Katie feel excited and blessed to be able to serve the Carroll community and specifically the church body at Carroll First. In Craig’s free time, he likes to geek out about guitars and music gear. In Katie’s free time, she likes to nerd out and learn random information (feel free to recommend your favorite podcast, book, or documentary). Anytime you can find Craig and Katie being crazy dog parents, loving on their rescued chihuahuas Mickey and Nacho.
Michaela Henriksen
Kids Ministry Director
Michaela moved to Carroll in May of 2019 with her husband Tim and newborn baby (Emma) at the time. Since then, she graduated from WGU with a BA in Special Education (K-8), added two more babies (TJ & Kiya), started teaching at Adams Elementary and became the Kids Director at Carroll First. In her spare time, you can find her being goofy with her kids, playing any type of game (games are her love language), getting crafty, being outside, or watching movies.
Doctrine And Affiliation
Carroll First Church is an Assemblies of God congregation. See the 16 Fundamental Truths here.
Carroll First Chruch
Carroll First Church
Following Jesus, Loving Everyone.