Karen Bishir
Awana Director

E-mail: tkbishir@yahoo.com

How I came into relationship with Jesus Christ.
I was a young child, growing up in a pastor's home. Our church had a guest evangelist speak and he came to our home after the Sunday evening service. I remember asking my parents if I could receive Christ into my life. We knelt beside my parent's bed and I prayed for forgiveness and trusted Christ as my Savior. This visiting pastor was R.J. Zehr, who was a wonderful mentor to my father. At the age of 12, I totally committed my life to Jesus and have loved and served Him since then

How I came to Liberty Baptist.
Liberty Baptist was in need of a new pastor in the spring of 1987. My husband, Terry Bishir, began to help at Liberty, while also still being an assistant pastor at Union Chapel Baptist on the other side of the county. We continued serving at both locations until we made the total commitment to Liberty a couple of years later.

What I do at Liberty Baptist.
Piano/Worship, Choir, Awana Director, WOW (Women's Outreach to Women) Co-Director

Why I do what I do.
I love Jesus and His people. I want to serve Him. I love being able to use my God-given gifts in His service.

At Liberty Baptist since .
Since 1987.

On staff since .
I have been serving in most of my capacities since 1987.

Educational Background.
BS-Ball State University; MS-Indiana University

Favorite verse.
​Philippians 4:8

Married to .
Terry Bishir.

Children: ​
Ryan/Beth Frank-son-in-law and daughter
Jay/Abby Koontz-son-in-law and daughter
Matt/Megan Bishir-son and daughter-in-law
Chris/Rachel Bruns-son-in-law and daughter

What I do for fun.
Jog/walk, Reading, Gardening, Family time, Travel, Biking