About us
Kirby Shepard
Senior and Founding Pastor
Kirby moved to Montana with his wife (Michaela), and two daughters (Brooklyn, and
Mary Ann), at God’s call to plant a church in Great Falls. Since moving to Montana, Michaela and Kirby have added their son Melchizedek, and their daughter Lydia to their family.
Classically trained in Pastoral ministry by a number of good and godly men who helped shape his Christian character and biblical foundations, Kirby would later go on to receive a formal ministry education from Liberty University and later the Kings University.
Kirby has served in the United States Army since his graduation from High School where he was a Psychological Operations Soldier for nearly twelve years before leaving active duty. He now continues his serves in the Army Reserve as an Automated Logistics Specialist.
At God’s call, and by His provision, Pastor Kirby planted Embassy Church of Montana in Great Falls in May of 2023.
Lacy Koopmans
Church Secretary
Lacy Koopmans was born and raised in Great Falls Montana, she graduated from being homeschooled in 2020.
She enjoys exploring all kinds of different crafty hobbies, listening to music, and playing games with her husband in her spare time.
She is happily married to Samuel Koopmans, who moved from Texas shortly after joining the military. Lacy and Samuel share a beautiful baby girl together, and hope to have more children and raise them to become strong believers.
