
Wadena native Eric Monson is the new pastor at the Eagle Bend Assembly of God. His wife, Ashley, will also be helping out with the kids ministry.

Wadena native Eric Monson is the new pastor at the Eagle Bend Assembly of God. His wife, Ashley, will also be helping out with the kids ministry.
Monson excited for change at Eagle Bend Assembly of God
by Trinity Gruenberg
trinity@inhnews.com
The Eagle Bend Assembly of God welcomed their new pastor Eric Monson a few weeks ago.
He was raised on a sheep ranch in Wadena and was very active in 4-H and FFA. He showed a variety of animals at the local and state level from chickens to rabbits. He also participated in shooting sports and was a state 4-H ambassador. While he attended Wadena-Deer Creek School, he participated in wrestling and cross country.
“4-H has shaped me into who I am today and I really believe that,” said Monson.
“My mom enjoys that I am closer to home to visit. My dad enjoys it, which means I am now closer to home to help with farm work when he needs me,” chuckled Monson.