Pastors and Staff

These are the Pastors and Staff dedicated to establishing a nurturing and inclusive community, actively connecting faith and life, and empowering our congregation to serve in the world.

Rick Carlson Lead Pastor — Rick Carlson
Lead Pastor

Lynn Mikels Pastor of Discipleship — Lynn Mikels
Pastor of Discipleship

Ben Hallett Director of Children and Youth Ministries — Ben Hallett
Director of Children and Youth Ministries

Jeannie Workman Director of Music Ministries — Jeannie Workman
Director of Music Ministries

Melinda Kirby Business Manager — Melinda Kirby
Business Manager

Chris Rice Director of Communications and Media — Chris Rice
Director of Communications and Media

Elena Nyman Ministry Assistant — Elena Nyman
Ministry Assistant

Sarah Ridyard Preschool & We-e Care Director — Sarah Ridyard
Preschool & We-e Care Director

Amy Bearden Bell Choir Director — Amy Bearden
Bell Choir Director

Lindsay Johnson Children's Music Coordinator — Lindsay Johnson
Children's Music Coordinator

Patty Crusius Children's Choirs Accompanist — Patty Crusius
Children's Choirs Accompanist

Sara Reich Childcare Coordinator — Sara Reich
Childcare Coordinator

Lori Reich Education Assistant — Lori Reich
Education Assistant

Thom Frerk Artist-in-Residence and JAM Chef — Thom Frerk
Artist-in-Residence and JAM Chef

Laura Jerbi Sunday Secretary — Laura Jerbi
Sunday Secretary

Christina Rice Media Assistant — Christina Rice
Media Assistant