Our Pastors and Staff are here to serve you! Feel free to reach out to us if you have any questions. And be sure to stop and introduce yourself when you visit one of our services — we would love to meet you and get to know you better!
Meet our staff
pASTOR bILL LACLAIR
LEAD PASTOR
(989) 878-1333
Pastor Bill comes from an unchurched background, but loves the Lord and God’s people. He currently serves as the lead preaching pastor at New Beginnings and has been here since April 2026.
Bill is a CMU grad with actuary science and math majors. He also graduated from of Trinity Theological Seminary where he earned a Masters of Divinity degree. While education is important to Bill, he longs to see others applying the Bible to everyday situations.
Bill has been married to Heather since 1995, and they have 4 children, 2 of their own and 2 grown foster children from Sudan. They have 9 grandchildren including their foster grandchildren.
Bill served as Chaplain at the Midland County Jail for 4 years where he enjoyed giving spiritual guidance to inmates. He enjoys a good game of racquetball or basketball as well.
Pastor Duke White
Lay Pastor to Youth & Young Adults
(810) 931-1488
Hi, I’m Duke! I have been a Charter Member at New Beginnings since its founding in 2019. I currently serve as Lay Pastor and lead our Teens and Young Adults group. I also lead our “Called to Serve” Table Tennis Ministry.
I am married with three kids and five grandkids. Some of my hobbies include playing tennis, table tennis, and smoking & BBQing meat. I also love taking extra care of my lawn & garden.
It is truly my passion to spread the light of Christ in the Mount Morris area!
Pastor Bob Phillips
Sunday School Teacher
(810) 223-2695
Hello, my name is Bob Phillips. I currently serve as our Adult Sunday School teacher. I also help out with the sound, and from time to time, I will fill the pulpit.
I'm a graduate of Grace Bible Institute and Seminary and have a Bachelor's in Religious Education and Theology. I've been married for 31 years and have two boys, 27 and 22.
My hope is that whether I'm teaching a Sunday School class or preaching a sermon, I am able to help you feel the need for a closer relationship with our Lord and Savior.
I hope to see you in church real soon! May God richly bless you and your family.