Jay Turner - Pastor of Discipleship

Jay spent his childhood in the suburbs of Chicago before his family relocated to the Pacific Northwest while a teenager. Although he came to faith in Jesus at a young age, it wasn’t until his college years that Jay grew a heart for ministry & God’s Word. Jay graduated from the University of Washington, then completed his MDiv. at Western Seminary. He has labored as a pastor for the past 30 years. What you will quickly discover about Jay is the best thing about him, beyond a magnificent Savior, is his family.

When he is not preaching or making disciples, you will find him driving people around Spokane as an ‘Uber-pastor.’ We are called to be fishers of men, and this is where Jay likes to fish. Follow Jay on instagram as he shares the stories of ‘talking Jesus’ with those in need of a savior: @uberpastor.

After 30 years of life & ministry in the Seattle area, the Turners began a new chapter for their family by packing up their belongings and moving to Spokane. They LOVE this city! Since March of 2020, Jay has served as part of the pastoral team here at FMC.