Craig Rees

LEAD PASTOR

Kory Cassell

TEACHING PASTOR

Mike McKay

EXECUTIVE PASTOR

Mike McKay has been on staff for 28 years, starting at ground(s) level: first role was overseeing the Grounds and Facilities, then to Adult Ministries, to his current role as Executive Pastor (last 17 years). His college education was Michigan State, and after training in ministry he was ordained in 2013. He loves people, studying, and loves to tell the Good News. Married to Anne (Nurse Practitioner) for 35 years, they delight in their three kids and spouses, and spend their free time cycling, driving backroads or anything outdoors! Wannabe foodies, they love new food ideas and places!

Lynn Bruce

PASTOR OF OPERATIONS

Travis Rea

DISCIPLESHIP PASTOR

Kim Fowler

CREATIVE & SPIRITUAL FORMATIONS DIRECTOR

Dwayne Dreyer

FACILITIES DIRECTOR

Wibke Rees

CELEBRATE RECOVERY DIRECTOR

Spencer Olson

HIGH SCHOOL PASTOR

Nick Wolters

MIDDLE SCHOOL PASTOR

Nick Wolters has been serving in student ministry since 2009 and has been serving as the middle school youth pastor at Central since 2017. He holds a degree in Biblical Studies from Indiana Wesleyan University and remains a student of the Text as he seeks to grow deeper in his apprenticeship to Jesus. Nick thoroughly enjoys impromptu adventures with his family, rucking (hiking with weights in a backpack), cooking, old westerns (don't show me anything made after 2003), and really, really long walks on the beach.

Ethan Lampe

DIRECTOR OF ELEMENTARY MINISTRY

Alec Rees

WORSHIP EXPERIENCE DIRECTOR

Meet Alec, a seasoned worship leader, producer, and member of our teaching team at Central. With years of experience in worship leadership, Alec has spent this last season overseeing our Sunday services, infusing them with spiritual depth and engagement. His passion lies in seamlessly integrating content and creativity into our Sundays, creating an immersive experience for the people of God. Alec is a devoted husband to his wonderful wife, Kennedy, and a loving parent to their spirited toddler, Indi. Alec's desire is to craft transformative Sunday services that resonate deeply with our community.

Paul VanDyke

TECHNICAL DIRECTOR

Laurie Adams

ASSIMILATION AND GROWTH COORDINATOR

Jaimie Cowen

STUDENT MINISTRY ASSISTANT

Madi Kooienga

STUDENTS WORSHIP LEADER

Nikki Fleming

ASSISTANT TO THE LEAD PASTOR

Debbie Heiser

SPECIAL NEEDS COORDINATOR

Hannah Lampe

WORSHIP LEADER

Elizabeth Prys

BUSINESS OFFICE ASSISTANT

Jennifer Stohler

COMMUNITY CARE ADMINISTRATOR

Jen Vera

CELEBRATE RECOVERY ADMIN

Anna Beck

GROUPS PASTOR

Anna currently serves as the Groups Pastor at Central and is a key member of the Spiritual Formation team. Her primary focus involves team building, leadership development, and fostering connections among individuals. Anna has dedicated herself to full-time ministry in various roles since she graduated from Indiana Wesleyan University in 2012. She further pursued her education and obtained a degree from Wesley Seminary in 2020. Anna is grateful for her supportive husband, Matt, and cherishes their three children, Cora, Oliver, and Gabrielle (Bella). Anna finds joy in staying active, spending time outdoors, and creating lasting memories with her family through hiking and plenty of beach outings.

Marcus Lade

SPIRITUAL FORMATION

Victoria Weiland

CAMPUS MONITOR / PLAYLAND

Heidi Boogaart

ELEMENTARY COORDINATOR

Steve Todd

PLAYLAND COORDINATOR

Patty Jones

MISSIONS DIRECTOR

Rachel Beardsley

MISSIONS COORDINATOR

John Kruithoff

CELEBRATE RECOVERY

Yvonne Becksford

LANDING COORDINATOR

Matt Beck

TECHNICAL SYSTEMS MANAGER

Lynne Haltenhoff

CHAPEL & TECH ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

Karen Vorac

GATHERING GROUNDS

Cherith Witters

GATHERING GROUNDS

Steve Whitney

FACILITIES ASSISTANT

Angela Machiela

LEAD CUSTODIAN

Sonya Klap

FACILITIES

Phil McDonald

ELDER

Kelly Weener

ELDER

John Faber

ELDER

Don Morren

ELDER

Robb Veltema

ELDER

Sue Auchtung

ELDER

David Capestany

ELDER

Linda Hirdes

ELDER

Don Wilkinson

ELDER

Larry Erlandson

ELDER

Susan Lutz

ELDER

Joshua Falk

IT ADMINISTRATOR

Lindsey Kegel

COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR

Lauren Faber

FACILITIES + BUSINESS OFFICE

Jo Gray

CREATIVE COACH

Kate VandenHoek

KIDS HOPE COORDINATOR

Jeremy Delgado

WORSHIP LEADER

Christina Penfield

HUMAN RESOURCES

Sandy Pierce

CENTRAL KIDS MINISTRY ASSISTANT

Lisa Novakowski

FUEL MINISTRY ASSISTANT

Clair Rotman

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

Sadie Gebben

FACILITIES

Marina Tronrud

PRESCHOOL COORDINATOR

Tim Clark

FACILITIES

Adam Davidson

CHAPEL SERVICE LEADER

Adam Davidson has been serving in pastoral ministry for over 20 years (thus the hair moving from his head to his chin and turning grey) as a worship pastor, teaching pastor, and senior pastor. His education at Spring Arbor University and Anderson School of Theology began his journey as a lifelong learner. Besides reading, Adam enjoys hiking, moving heavy things at the gym, and very strong decaf coffee. Most of all, he enjoys the ongoing challenge and joy of raising 5 kids with his wife and teammate Brittany.

Laurel Webster

CUSTODIAN

Sydney Boss

HIGH SCHOOL MINISTRY ASSOCIATE

Ethan Horton

YOUNG ADULT RESIDENT PASTOR

Charles Kirby

SPIRITUAL FORMATION RESIDENT PASTOR

Jemmuel Magtibay

WORSHIP ARTS RESIDENT

Meredith Tamminga

WORSHIP ARTS ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

Jami Wolters

PRESCHOOL COACH

Levi Hope

AVL SUPPORT SPECIALIST

Kathlyn Miller

COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR

Alicia Bruxvoort

Alicia Bruxvoort is an author and a speaker whose imperfect life has been forever changed by God’s perfect Word. She loves meeting Jesus on the pages of Scripture and helping others do the same. Alicia serves on the writing team for Proverbs 31 Ministries and her online devotions reach millions of people worldwide with bold hope and Biblical encouragement. A graduate of the University of Northern Iowa, she’s been teaching God’s Word through speaking, writing, and curriculum creating for three decades. Alicia enjoys long walks in the woods, lively conversation around the dinner table, and sunny days at the beach. She loves lingering on the pages of a good book, but her favorite story is the one she’s living with her husband, Rob and their growing family.

Ronti Jernigan

ELDER

Jason Adams

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