Reverend Jes Kast and Dr. Jessy Defenderfer on Faith, Community, and Belonging in State College

Reverend Jes Kast is a pastor at Faith United Church of Christ in downtown State College, and Dr. Jessy Defenderfer is a political science professor at Commonwealth University Bloomsburg.In this episode, the couple shares how they came to call State College home, why they’ve found it to be a welcoming place for members of the LGBTQ+ community, and what the faith community is like downtown. They also talk about what they love about living in Bellefonte and how the region’s political diversity fosters growth and connection across communities.Sign up for the Rediscover State College newsletter Check out our blogCheck out our State College merch store and show your townie pride!Follow us on Instagram