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Oakland Christian School is proud to recognize two graduates for Wall of Faith induction, honoring their partnership in long-term service for Christ Jesus. Michael and Dayna (Preseau) Peterson graduated from OCS in 2003; Michael was Valedictorian, Christian Life Award recipient, with Summa Cum Laude Honors and Dayna also was a Summa Cum Laude Honor student. Both were athletes who were influential leaders and faithful servants at OCS. 

Dayna graduated from Oakland University with an Elementary Education major. She returned to Oakland Christian School as a preschool teacher. Michael graduated from Olivet Nazarene University where he majored in Business Management and Christian Education. He served as a youth leader for eighth-grade boys during college and also taught a college and career class to his peers while home from college. Michael accepted a position as Youth Pastor at Marimont Community Church in 2007, where he served as the middle school Bible teacher and chaplain until his resignation, in December of 2017. While at Oakland Chrisitan, Michael emphasized Bible quizzing and a biblically inspired lifestyle, while serving youth at Marimont with Pastor Michael. Elliott. As Pastor Elliot's health declined, Michael faithfully filled any church role as needed and was asked to assume the Senior Pastor position in the fall of 2017. 

Always obvious about Michael and Dayna is their love for each other and their partnership to glorify God in all they do. While dating, their commitment to purity served as an example to students who packed the Peterson wedding, on May 16, 2009, to witness their “first kiss”. As teachers, both Michael and Dayna always demonstrated genuine joy and contentment. Now, as Michael assumes full leadership responsibility at Marimont, he continues to visit OCS to maintain the Bible quizzing responsibilities. Dayna is a mom, but also assumes the role of pastor's wife, serving as a youth leader and Sunday school superintendent. Together Michael and Dayna are a positive example of what Christian marriage should be, and able to engage in dynamic pre-marital counseling sessions. 

Michael and Dayna are blessed with three beautiful children, Tobiah, Nadya, and Levi, all cherished as precious gifts and as a responsibility to the Lord. As Michael and Dayna serve together, they continue to grow, recognizing each door that God opens to them. Michael and Dayna have continued in all of their experiences to share God's love and salvation for all people through loving and faithful service for Jesus.