Monument leadership
TYSON BABAYCO
CO-LEAD PASTOR
Tyson grew up in Ojai, CA where he and Megan served as Associate Pastors for 8 years prior to coming to MPC. Tyson majored in intellectual history at the University of California, Davis and received his Masters in Divinity from Princeton Theological Seminary. Megan and Tyson have two little girls, Zoe and Hope. Tyson enjoys trail running, reading, mountain biking, maps, travel, and playing with his girls.
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Megan Babayco
CO-LEAD PASTOR
Megan grew up in San Diego, CA before going to undergrad at the University of California, Santa Barbara where she majored in history and religious studies. Megan and Tyson met at Princeton Theological Seminary where she received her Masters in Divinity. After serving as youth pastors for 8 years Megan and Tyson accepted the call to Monument Pres. in June 2021. On top of being a pastor, Megan is also a Spiritual Director. She has her Doctorate in Ministry from Fuller Theological Seminary in Spiritual Formation and Spiritual Direction. In her spare time Megan loves to read, cook and garden. She loves spending time outdoors with her family, especially camping in the summer and skiing in the winter.
Jessica Derryberry
CHURCH ADMINISTRATOR
Jessica is a Colorado native. Born in Steamboat Springs CO, she grew up in the Grand Junction area. She met her husband Mike in high school, and they have 4 children, a daughter-in-love and a granddaughter. Jessica and her family love camping, the beach, and family game nights. Jessica has a strong background in business development and team mentoring; she is passionate about helping individuals grow both personally and professionally. Her work is rooted in authenticity, connection, and a deep belief in the power of purpose-driven leadership.
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Sherrie Blake
LAY DIRECTOR OF CONGREGATIONAL CARE
Sherrie was born in Minnesota and has called Colorado home since 1973. She is mom to two adult children, married to a wonderful cowboy, a community volunteer, a retired federal probation officer and a lover of cats. She has been a member of MPC for many years and has served the church in a variety of ways. One of her favorites is being a Stephen Minister. Serving her congregation family gives her the most joy. In her spare time she walks, reads, does cross stitch, gardens and visits her children.
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Taylor Scofield
DIRECTOR OF MUSIC
Taylor is married to Maggie and has two daughters named Harper and Julia. Taylor and his family have been attending Monument Presbyterian since February of 2023. Taylor loves music and the way that it can create connection with God and others. In his free time, Taylor likes to trail run, roast coffee, play guitar, and read.
Eric Sears
FAMILY MINISTRY DIRECTOR
Eric grew up in Colorado Springs, Colorado. He and his wife, Lydia, moved to Grand Junction in 2017. Eric started his career in college ministry with InterVarsity at Colorado Mesa University before coming to MPC. Eric and Lydia welcomed their son, Walter in 2024. In his free time, Eric enjoys coffee, reading, gardening, and raising his backyard chickens.
Jennifer Smyth
Lay Director of Connections and Volunteers
Jennifer was born in Denver, Colorado and has called Grand Junction her home since 1986. She has experience working as the Director of Youth Ministry, Director of Christian Education, and as an Educator/Administrator for 25 years in Mesa County Valley School District 51. She is a mom of three, has 6 grandchildren and is married to her best friend Jim. She and her husband have been at Monument for eight years and she has served in various capacities, including Clerk of Session and as a Stephen Minister. In her spare time, Jennifer likes spending time with family and friends, camping, riding her bike, and playing with her dog Bear.
Elders
Session is the elected body of Elders who are responsible for the governing of the church and ensuring the faithful witness of the church to Jesus Christ. This is a praying and discerning group - they don't just make sure we stay on budget (though they do that too), they listen for the Holy Spirit's leading and guiding for our church.
Current Elders
Rita Crumpton
Mike Harmeling
Edd Blake
Zita Nisley
Edd Blake
Ross Armour
Christina Schultz
Fawn Lawrence
Gary Perkins
Jennifer Smyth (Clerk of Session)
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