OCEAN SPRINGS COMMUNITY
STEPHEN & AMY DEFAZIO | OCEAN SPRINGS LEAD PASTOR
Stephen is the Lead Pastor at our NC Ocean Springs location and has lived on the Gulf Coast since 1997. In 2007, Stephen surrendered his life to Jesus, and life was never the same again. Early in his faith journey, Stephen knew he was called to carry the good news of Jesus's love, grace, and mercy to as many people as possible. While Stephen's passion begins with proclaiming the Gospel, it continues with a deep commitment to teaching the Word of God, leading others to transformative relationships with Jesus, and holistically caring for God's people.
Amy and Stephen have been married since 2010, have 4 incredible children, and spend a lot of time laughing together. Amy shares Stephen's passion for God and people. They're both incredibly thankful their family is part of such a vibrant faith community.
SERVICES
Direction to Ocean Springs location at 3900 Bienville Blvd, Ocean Springs, MS 39564
SUNDAYS - 10:00 AM
FIRST SUNDAY - Prayer Night (5:30 PM-6:30 PM)

You’re welcome here.
Come as you are. A typical service lasts about 75 minutes.
Bring the whole family.
Northwood Kids welcomes children from birth through age 11. Our team will help you check in when you arrive.
Arrive a little early.
Arrive about 15 minutes early to settle in and check in your kids.
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Ocean Springs Lead Pastor
Stephen DeFazio
Stephen DeFazio is the Lead Pastor at Northwood Church in Ocean Springs and has lived on the Gulf Coast since 1997. In 2007, Stephen surrendered his life to Jesus, and life was never the same again. Early in his faith journey, he knew he was called to carry the good news of Jesus’ love, grace, and mercy to as many people as possible.
Stephen’s passion begins with proclaiming the Gospel and continues through teaching the Word of God, leading others to transformative relationships with Jesus, and caring for God’s people.
Stephen and Amy have been married since 2010 and have four children. They spend a lot of time laughing together, share a passion for God and people, and are thankful their family is part of this vibrant faith community.
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Gather with our Ocean Springs community on the first Sunday of each month.
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