Why Autumn Life?

The Autumn of Life often causes us to think about spiritual matters. Questions arise such as, “Why does God allow pain?” “Why was my loved one taken so unexpectedly?” and “What’s heaven really like?”

The challenge is that people who face these questions aren’t sure where to turn. Many don’t have a church home or a pastor with whom they have a friendship. But they still need someone they can trust and talk with who takes time to listen.

That’s why Rev. Jerry Amstutz began Autumn Life in 2004. Known for his relational skills, people quickly feel comfortable with Pastor Jerry. He delights in bringing friendship, encouragement and hope to those in the Autumn of Life and those experiencing an Autumn-like time, such as bereavement.

In addition to leading Autumn Life, Jerry has pastored Methodist and Baptist churches.  An avid baseball enthusiast, Jerry is a lifelong Atlanta Braves fan.  He and his wife Julia have been married for 40 years and have two adult children and a grandson.

Rev. Nate Crandall became our Assistant Director in 2025.  Nate has pastored churches in Washington D.C., Pennsylvania, Michigan, and for the last 19 years in Milton, WI. He and his wife Michelle have three grown children and are expecting their first grandchild. Nate enjoys running and lately has been into reading science fiction.

Bringing friendship, encouragement and hope to those in the Autumn of Life.