Meet the Pastor
Bob Duke first became the pastor of DCC in 2011, following a lifelong calling to Christian ministry that began in 1976. He dedicated 36 years to serving in the mission field of public education, believing deeply in maintaining a Christian influence in schools.
Throughout his career, Bob frequently served as a guest pastor for churches in transition or for pastors on leave -- faithfully answering the call wherever he was needed. A combat veteran of the Vietnam War, he credits his survival in intense firefights to God's protection, saying, "God saw me through combat firefights, so I wanted to live for Him."
Bob holds a Bachelor of Science in Speech Communications and Psychology from Indiana University, a Master's degree in Language Arts, and a Specialist's degree in School Administration. After retiring as Assistant Superintendent from Indian Creek School Corporation in Johnson County, he accepted the role of pastor at DCC, where he served until his retirement in 2022.
Following his retirement, Bob continued to serve area churches as an interim pastor. After a year and a half of filling in, he has joyfully returned to DCC to serve once again.