Staff

If you had to sum up your responsibilities at Grace in one sentence, what would it be?
Worship

What is the best advice you have ever been given?
Fail well to grow strong.

What do you do for fun?
I do illustration work for Topps & Upper Deck Trading cards (Star Wars and Marvel).

What is one verse from the Bible by which you try to live your life?
Proverbs 3:5-6 Trusting in the Lord every day is what I strive for.

What is your favorite movie?
Star Wars...any of them.

If you had to sum up your responsibilities at Grace in one sentence, what would it be?
My goal is to stay deeply connected with each ministry of Grace Church so that every avenue of communication is accurate and excellent. Yeah, I pretty much have the best job in the world.

What is the best advice you have ever been given?
Don't be an idiot. Changed my life. Whenever I'm about to do something, I think, "Would an idiot do that?" - And if they would, I do not do that thing.

What do you do for fun?
I love to play outside in the mud and the rain. More so, I enjoy spending time with my wife and daughter. Every now and again, I will sneak some basketball into my schedule. If I'm really wearing my crazy pants, I may go out for a stroll in the park under the brilliance of the moonlight.

What is one verse from the Bible by which you try to live your life?
Matthew 22:28-29 - Every day, I strive to love God and love people to the best of my ability.

What is your favorite movie?
Easy. Inception - Though High School Musical is a close second.

If you had to sum up your responsibilities at Grace in one sentence, what would it be?
Do whatever I can to free up more of their time for pastors to minister to people.

What is the best advice you have ever been given?
Love the sinner, hate the sin.

What do you do for fun?
Spend time with family, connect with friends, read, travel when we can and play time with the cutest dog ever!

What is one verse from the Bible by which you try to live your life?
Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. Love never fails. - 1 Corinthians 13:4-8 (NIV)

What is your favorite movie?
Star Wars (episode IV)

If you had to sum up your responsibilities at Grace in one sentence, what would it be?
Oversee the wonderful nursery volunteers and make sure GK Nursery is running smoothly!

What is the best advice you have ever been given?
Giving up is the only sure way to fail.

What do you do for fun?
Play with my dog, Bo.
I love to read.
I also love to connect with people over health & wellness

What is one verse from the Bible by which you try to live your life?
Ephesians 3:14-21

What is your favorite movie?
Harry Potter, Marvel movies, or really any Rom Com

If you had to sum up your responsibilities at Grace in one sentence, what would it be?
I help students grow in their faith and learn how to share it with others.

What is the best advice you have ever been given?
Don't spit into the wind.

What do you do for fun?
I play disc golf, fortnite, and go on walks with my wife.

What is one verse from the Bible by which you try to live your life?
Romans 10:14-15

What is your favorite movie?
The Sandlot

If you had to sum up your responsibilities at Grace in one sentence, what would it be?
I work hard to provide a safe and comfortable atmosphere where people can enjoy a cup of coffee and something to eat along with a pleasant conversation.

What is the best advice you have ever been given?
Work hard, do your best, but always make it fun.

What do you do for fun?
I enjoy going on trips with my family.

What is one verse from the Bible by which you try to live your life?
Proverbs 3:5-6

What is your favorite movie?
Anchorman, The Princess Bride, Star Wars, Indiana Jones, Happy Gilmore, Now You See Me, Gone in 60 Seconds, Christmas Vacation

If you had to sum up your responsibilities at Grace in one sentence, what would it be?
To help people connect to using their God-given gifts and abilities to make disciples of Jesus Christ.

What is the best advice you have ever been given?
God will never give you too much to do. If you have too much to do, you did it to yourself. The key question is, what are the specific things God wants me to be involved in and focus solely on those.

What do you do for fun?
Love to spend time with my family, fishing, hiking, and building stuff out of wood.

What is one verse from the Bible by which you try to live your life?
Psalms 19:14

What is your favorite movie?
Nacho Libre

If you had to sum up your responsibilities at Grace in one sentence, what would it be?
Tracking the beans behind the scenes

What is the best advice you have ever been given?
Trust God in ALL things!

What do you do for fun?
Feed my addiction to genealogy/ancestry

What is one verse from the Bible by which you try to live your life?
Psalm 18:2 The Lord is my rock, my fortress, and my savior; my God is my rock, in whom I find protection. He is my shield, the power that saves me, and my place of safety.

What is your favorite movie?
TOO MANY!  Here's a few: Back to the Future, Top Gun, The Notebook & Titanic

If you had to sum up your responsibilities at Grace in one sentence, what would it be?
I coordinate weekend services for SOAR, the special needs ministry, ensuring families and volunteers alike engage with the gospel and feel welcome & appreciated!

What is the best advice you have ever been given?
Figure out what fuels your joy, then do lots of that. (Bob Goff, Love Does)

What do you do for fun?
I enjoy grabbing good coffee with friends, walking my dog Latte through the great parks in town, and taking on new craft projects!

What is one verse from the Bible by which you try to live your life?
Micah 6:8 "He has told you, O man, what is good; and what does the LORD require of you but to do justice, and to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God?"

What is your favorite movie?
The Star Wars series - what a classic!

If you had to sum up your responsibilities at Grace in one sentence, what would it be?
I train and equip people to lead, to go and to serve the unreached!

What is the best advice you have ever been given?
Put on your own oxygen mask first... if your cup is empty, how can you pour into others?

What do you do for fun?
I read, cook, crochet, sing, play with our little girls, play board games with my husband, talk to my plants, make friends, watch Gilmore Girls or Friends, and explore God's projects throughout the world.

What is one verse from the Bible by which you try to live your life?
John 21:17 "... Jesus said, "feed my sheep."

What is your favorite movie?
You've Got Mail, My Fair Lady, Oceans 11, Sandlot, Twister

If you had to sum up your responsibilities at Grace in one sentence, what would it be?
Disciple, train, and send out students to be the Church.

What is the best advice you have ever been given?
Always be teachable.

What do you do for fun?
I like to run, play video games and really any sport or group game.

What is one verse from the Bible by which you try to live your life?
Psalm 46:10

What is your favorite movie?
Transformers or Gladiator.

If you had to sum up your responsibilities at Grace in one sentence, what would it be?
Help to make sure that the campuses are clean and for the what the day brings.

What is the best advice you have ever been given?
No matter what you do always give it 110% - My Mom

What do you do for fun?
Collect vinyl records, go to concerts and play video games

What is one verse from the Bible by which you try to live your life?
No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can endure it. 1 Corinthians 10:13

What is your favorite movie?
Six the mark unleashed, and Faith of our Fathers

If you had to sum up your responsibilities at Grace in one sentence, what would it be?
Production

What is the best advice you have ever been given?
If you ever have a question, look to the Bible for answers

What do you do for fun?
Watch movies and hang out with friends

What is one verse from the Bible by which you try to live your life?
Proverbs 3:5-6. "Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding. Acknowledge Him in all your ways and He shall direct your path"

What is your favorite movie?
Far too many for me to pick just one

If you had to sum up your responsibilities at Grace in one sentence, what would it be?
Being a reliable employee doing my duties to the best of my abilities.

What is the best advice you have ever been given?
Always be a good listener so you not only hear what's being said but understand as well.

What do you do for fun?
Spend time with family members doing all sorts of activities. Bowling, family picnics and movies.

What is one verse from the Bible by which you try to live your life?
Exodus 20:15

What is your favorite movie?
Star Wars

If you had to sum up your responsibilities at Grace in one sentence, what would it be?
Facility maintenance.

What is the best advice you have ever been given?
The best advice I've been given comes from the bible: 2 Peter 1:5-11

What do you do for fun?
Outings with friends, game nights, reading & researching the bible.

What is one verse from the Bible by which you try to live your life?
Romans 12:1-2

What is your favorite movie?
Unforgiven (1992)

If you had to sum up your responsibilities at Grace in one sentence, what would it be?
Help people find their place to serve both inside and outside the walls of Grace.

What is the best advice you have ever been given?
Choose joy, always.

What do you do for fun?
Weekends are spent on the soccer field or at the baseball diamond but the best ones are spent at the lake!  Beaches and books are some of my favorite things!

What is one verse from the Bible by which you try to live your life?
And what does the Lord require of you? To act justly, to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God. - Micah 6:8

What is your favorite movie?
Dirty Dancing and Shawshank Redemption

If you had to sum up your responsibilities at Grace in one sentence, what would it be?
Help cultivate a worship environment where people can experience the presence of Jesus.

What is the best advice you have ever been given?
Just be obedient and leave the outcome for God.

What do you do for fun?
I love to sing and worship, read, go to concerts, and spend time with my son, Jonah.

What is one verse from the Bible by which you try to live your life?
2 Corinthians 3:5, “It is not that we think we are qualified to do anything on our own. Our qualification comes from God.” GO where he sends you, STAY where he puts you, and LIVE in a constant state of “Yes, Lord”.

What is your favorite movie?
I enjoy all movies so it’s hard to pick! I’d probably say my favorites are the Harry Potter series and Guardians of the Galaxy.

If you had to sum up your responsibilities at Grace in one sentence, what would it be?
To keep the buildings safe and sanitary

What is the best advice you have ever been given?
"Sit back, be still, and trust God"
"Its ok that I cant do it all myself"

What do you do for fun?
My husband & I take the Spyder and Ryker out for a spin any chance we get if weather allows. I also spend time with my kids and granddaughter and they bring so much joy to my life

What is one verse from the Bible by which you try to live your life?
"I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me" Phillipians 4:13

What is your favorite movie?
Sweet Home Alabama or Lean on Me

If you had to sum up your responsibilities at Grace in one sentence, what would it be?
Collaborating to create an intentional, exciting, and powerful platform to allow kids the opportunity to encounter, love and live for Jesus Christ.

What is the best advice you have ever been given?
Choose your friends wisely! The people you surround yourself with make such an impact!

What do you do for fun?
My heart is happiest when spending time with my family and friends! I also like to see shows and productions every opportunity that I can (I love the performing arts!), read, have movie nights, play tennis and learn to bake and cook!

What is one verse from the Bible by which you try to live your life?
Galations 5:1-"It is for FREEDOM that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery."

What is your favorite movie?
There are too many Disney movies to pick just one!

If you had to sum up your responsibilities at Grace in one sentence, what would it be?
I help people with their tech.

What is the best advice you have ever been given?
Be quick but don't hurry

What do you do for fun?
Weight lift

What is one verse from the Bible by which you try to live your life?
1 Corinthians 16:13-14

What is your favorite movie?
The Dark Knight

If you had to sum up your responsibilities at Grace in one sentence, what would it be?
To lead amazing people to make Jesus famous in North Overland Park

What is the best advice you have ever been given?
"You will never be sorry for doing the right thing." Mike Fetters

What do you do for fun?
Dates with my wife, wrestle with my awesome kiddos, travel, CrossFit, yard work, and skiing.

What is one verse from the Bible by which you try to live your life?
Declare His glory among the nations, His wonders among all peoples. - Psalm 96:3

What is your favorite movie?
Saving Private Ryan/Cool Runnings

If you had to sum up your responsibilities at Grace in one sentence, what would it be?
I serve our leaders to help create environments where people can pursue healthy relationships and spiritual growth, so they can be who God created them to be.

What is the best advice you have ever been given?
Don't seek to be a success, seek to be of value.

What do you do for fun?
I love music, movies, coffee, food, any excuse to get outside, and trying to play sports without injuring myself.

What is one verse from the Bible by which you try to live your life?
Philippians 4:6-7: "Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done. Then you will experience God’s peace, which exceeds anything we can understand. His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus."

What is your favorite movie?
Braveheart

If you had to sum up your responsibilities at Grace in one sentence, what would it be?
I mainly handle the recording, editing, and publishing of the online service!
I also support Grace's various ministries with video production and our Creative Arts Department on bigger film and music projects.

What is the best advice you have ever been given?
God will provide.

What do you do for fun?
I love writing and producing music. I've been in a few bands before, and my favorite feeling in the whole world is getting an idea for a great song or tune.

What is one verse from the Bible by which you try to live your life?
Colossians 3:17 "And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him."

What is your favorite movie?
A Quiet Place

If you had to sum up your responsibilities at Grace in one sentence, what would it be?
Chief of Staff with responsibility to lead the staff to accomplish the Grace vision.

What is the best advice you have ever been given?
Don't allow fear to keep you from attempting things.  Take advantage of every opportunity you have to try things.

What do you do for fun?
Bicycle

What is one verse from the Bible by which you try to live your life?
And whatever you do, do it heartily, as to the Lord and not to men. - Col 3:23

What is your favorite movie?
The Bourne Series

If you had to sum up your responsibilities at Grace in one sentence, what would it be?
I am over our internship and residency programs and any recruiting, interviewing, and hiring of new staff. I make sure all staff are as equipped as possible to do their jobs effectively and help create a culture where staff can thrive that pertains to our staff values

What is the best advice you have ever been given?
Be fearless in the pursuit of what sets your soul on fire

What do you do for fun?
I love going to brunch, exercising, exploring downtown Kansas City, finding new coffee shops, roaming the aisles of Target, and hanging out with friends and family

What is one verse from the Bible by which you try to live your life?
“For the Lord has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and a sound mind” – 2 Timothy 1:7

What is your favorite movie?
Hmmm definitely a toss up between Harry Potter and honestly anything animated/Pixar

If you had to sum up your responsibilities at Grace in one sentence, what would it be?
Create a safe and pleasant environment for people to attend, worship and encounter "Jesus"

What is the best advice you have ever been given?
Always communicate crucial conversations face to face whenever possible and never hold a crucial conversation via email or by phone. Respect the other party enough to meet with them face to face.

What do you do for fun?
I love to be outdoors whenever possible. I enjoy golfing, fishing, camping, going to NASCAR races and taking short overnight trips with my wife.

What is one verse from the Bible by which you try to live your life?
Proverbs 25:28 - “Whoever has no rule over his own spirit, is like a city broken down, without walls.”

What is your favorite movie?
It's a tie between Gladiator and Rudy. Both inspire perseverance!

If you had to sum up your responsibilities at Grace in one sentence, what would it be?
I oversee the culture, content, calendaring, coaching and communication of Grace Kids at all the campuses.

What is the best advice you have ever been given?
Believe the best in people and treat them that way.  If someone isn't treating you well, think about what kind of day they might be having before you get offended.

What do you do for fun?
Read and hike.

What is one verse from the Bible by which you try to live your life?
"Therefore, my beloved brethren, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that your labor is not in vain in the Lord" 1 Cor 15:58

What is your favorite movie?
The Little Princess (remake) or Lord of the Rings trilogy

If you had to sum up your responsibilities at Grace in one sentence, what would it be?
It's half-leadership, half-teaching. I'm the senior leader on staff helping to lead the church and I lead the weekend teaching team. The most important thing I can bring is a heart that is close to Christ, fully surrendered to Him, and praying like crazy that God does great things for His kingdom through us.

What is the best advice you have ever been given?
"It's not your church."

&

"Someday, when you are facing a major challenge in the church, push your bowl of Wheaties away and pray this:

'God? You have a challenge in Your church. It's not my church. It's not my problem. It's Your church. So would you please address Your challenge in Your church because it's not my church. In Jesus' name, amen.' 

Then go back and finish your Wheaties."

What do you do for fun?
Run

What is one verse from the Bible by which you try to live your life?
1 Corinthians 6:19

What is your favorite movie?
Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers.

And my favorite scene are around "The Battle of Helm's Deep."

If you had to sum up your responsibilities at Grace in one sentence, what would it be?
To be an advocate for all people at Grace, giving support and guidance to help volunteers find a place to lead using their personal gifts and abilities.

What is the best advice you have ever been given?
The best way to love is without restraint or expectation.

What do you do for fun?
Read read read!! Play piano, love on my dogs, spend time with friends and family.

What is one verse from the Bible by which you try to live your life?
Philippians 4:4 - Rejoice in the Lord always. Again I will say, rejoice!

What is your favorite movie?
The Sandlot and Dirty Dancing

If you had to sum up your responsibilities at Grace in one sentence, what would it be?
I lead a team of amazing people to guide our 1-5th Graders to become outward focused followers of Jesus.

What is the best advice you have ever been given?
Lead with your head, heart, and hands

What do you do for fun?
I love to play hockey, listen to music, read a book, and go on adventures.

What is one verse from the Bible by which you try to live your life?
John 15:15 "No longer do I call you servants, for a servant does not know what his master is doing; but I have called you friends, for all things that I heard from My Father I have made known to you."

What is your favorite movie?
Miracle or Playing it Cool

If you had to sum up your responsibilities at Grace in one sentence, what would it be?
Accurately recording & presenting financial information for God's kingdom work.

What is the best advice you have ever been given?
Don't be concerned about what others think, but focus on what God thinks.

What do you do for fun?
I love to camp, hike and enjoy the great outdoors.

What is one verse from the Bible by which you try to live your life?
Matthew 5:16

What is your favorite movie?
I don't have one. I love The Lord of the Rings, Star Wars and Harry Potter series of movies.

If you had to sum up your responsibilities at Grace in one sentence, what would it be?
To provide opportunities for people to engage with the vision of Grace by leading and supporting the amazing connection staff.

What is the best advice you have ever been given?
Almost all frustrations in life come back to unmet expectations. You get to manage your expectations but not other people.

What do you do for fun?
Travel & help others travel, shopping & watch Chiefs football.

What is one verse from the Bible by which you try to live your life?
John 10:10

What is your favorite movie?
The Notebook on my more sensitive days. Draft Day when I'm ready to take on the world :-)

If you had to sum up your responsibilities at Grace in one sentence, what would it be?
Exalt Jesus so that students will do the same and include pool noodles in that process as much as possible.

What is the best advice you have ever been given?
If you need to know, God will tell you. If God doesn't tell you, you don't need to know.

What do you do for fun?
Watch and play sports, make and drink good coffee, listen to good music, hang with the homies.

What is one verse from the Bible by which you try to live your life?
"Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus." -- Philippians 4:6-7

What is your favorite movie?
Gladiator. "My name is Maximus Decimus Meridius..." ...chills.

If you had to sum up your responsibilities at Grace in one sentence, what would it be?
I get the privilege of working with artists at Grace Church and the surrounding community to use their gifts to worship God and point others to how good He is. My hope is to empower people and give them the opportunity to use their gifts and also support them along the way inside and outside the walls of Grace Church.

What is the best advice you have ever been given?
Focus on today, not tomorrow.

What do you do for fun?
Read, movies, go downtown, coffee, hang out with friends, play music, watch tv

What is one verse from the Bible by which you try to live your life?
Psalm 105:1-6

What is your favorite movie?
This is a tough one. Right now, I would have to say...Inception

If you had to sum up your responsibilities at Grace in one sentence, what would it be?
To mobilize people to God's mission of reaching the unreached.

What is the best advice you have ever been given?
If you want to marry a Queen, you must become a King first.  When it comes to marriage, the right person at the right time is the right thing.

What do you do for fun?
I like all things outdoors.  Whether it is sports, hiking, hunting, farming (yes, farming), or a day on the lake. I love being outdoors with family and friends.

What is one verse from the Bible by which you try to live your life?
Philippians 3:14 "I press on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus"

What is your favorite movie?
The Bourne Series. All of them...

If you had to sum up your responsibilities at Grace in one sentence, what would it be?
Plan and prepare to start a brand new church on Long Island, NY that will inspire people to follow Jesus!

What is the best advice you have ever been given?
Oh man...there is so much.  My grandma's advice of "Let God be your guide all the days of your life" stands out.

What do you do for fun?
Cook, eat, watch movies, play board games

What is one verse from the Bible by which you try to live your life?
Romans 12:2, which says "Don’t copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think. Then you will learn to know God’s will for you, which is good and pleasing and perfect."

What is your favorite movie?
I love sooo many movies - how could I choose just one?!  I will say that I particularly enjoy watching a good trilogy or series of any kind.

If you had to sum up your responsibilities at Grace in one sentence, what would it be?
Emily and I are preparing to plant a church on Long Island, NY!

What is the best advice you have ever been given?
You don’t go into an opportunity, you grow into an opportunity.  Never stop investing in yourself. - John Maxwell

What do you do for fun?
I love to spoil my dog Amigo, read, play board games, play Fortnite on occasion, and watch The Office on repeat.

What is one verse from the Bible by which you try to live your life?
Love one another.  Just as I have loved you, you should love one another.  Your love for one another will prove to the world the you are my disciples. - John 13:34-35

What is your favorite movie?
This is a difficult question but if I had to answer I think I would say Oceans 11.  For me, it's the perfect blend of comedy, action, and intellect.

If you had to sum up your responsibilities at Grace in one sentence, what would it be?
To help create opportunities for people to grow in their relationship with Jesus, connect with others, and engage with the vision of Grace

What is the best advice you have ever been given?
“Keep the main things, the main things.” This variation on Jesus’ words from Mathew 6 has kept me focused on what’s truly important in life.

What do you do for fun?
Get outside, exercise, hang out with people I love.

What is one verse from the Bible by which you try to live your life?
Wow, that’s a tough one… it changes with the season of life I am in. I would have to say that my current favorite is Psalms 16:11 – “You will show me the path of life; In Your presence is fullness of joy; at Your right hand are pleasures forevermore.” I am trying to live my life being present with the Lord from moment to moment.

What is your favorite movie?
I love all kinds of movies, it’s hard to pick a favorite. So, I will go with the movies I find myself quoting the most: Nacho Libre, Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby, Dumb and Dumber - Holiday classics like Christmas Vacation, Planes Trains and Automobiles. I know… they’re not exactly the height of sophistication, but they are filled with quotes that seem to fit most every life situation.

If you had to sum up your responsibilities at Grace in one sentence, what would it be?
To spread the name of Jesus throughout the Amazon!

What is the best advice you have ever been given?
"Pray about it." - Scott Miller

What do you do for fun?
I may be only 25, but my hobbies suggest I am a lot older. I am a retired accountant who enjoys a 2PM pipin' hot black tea with a shortbread biscuit. Slow walks with my best pal Walter (my dog) whose hair is as white as snow. And last but not least falling asleep within the first 20 minutes of any show or movie I watch (Subtitles on of course). When I do decide to act my age you may find me on a trail hiking, biking, or running as well.

What is one verse from the Bible by which you try to live your life?
Psalm 121

What is your favorite movie?
Forrest Gump

If you had to sum up your responsibilities at Grace in one sentence, what would it be?
The glue that keeps the Connection Team together and working smoothly so all spinning plates spin cohesively.

What is the best advice you have ever been given?
Life is too short, so live it to the fullest.  Love lots, laugh loudly and live for Jesus whole-heartedly.

What do you do for fun?
Travel, read and spend time with my children and grandchildren.

What is one verse from the Bible by which you try to live your life?
Philippians 1:9-11. And this is my prayer: that your love may abound more and more in knowledge and depth of insight, so that you may be able to discern what is best and may be pure and blameless until the day of Christ, filled with the fruit of righteousness that comes through Jesus Christ - to the glory and praise of God.

What is your favorite movie?
Pretty Woman.

If you had to sum up your responsibilities at Grace in one sentence, what would it be?
I get to help others follow Jesus and make Him known in our community and world!

What is the best advice you have ever been given?
It is a tie between:
Go wherever you can extend the Kingdom of God the best!
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To keep following the right Father, and to try to worry more about obedience rather than results.

What do you do for fun?
Read, Cycle, Fly Fish, and hang with my family.

What is one verse from the Bible by which you try to live your life?
Romans 15:20…to make it my ambition to preach Christ where He has not been named…

What is your favorite movie?
The Secret Life of Walter Mitty, World's Fastest Indian and Gladiator

If you had to sum up your responsibilities at Grace in one sentence, what would it be?
I use my creativity and teaching background to create content and resources that give kids the opportunity to discover Jesus and recognize his awesomeness in a fun and engaging way!

What is the best advice you have ever been given?
We might impress people with our strengths, but we connect with people through our weaknesses.

What do you do for fun?
I find pretty much anything fun as long as there are other fun humans there to talk to and make memories with.

What is one verse from the Bible by which you try to live your life?
"So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen, since what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal." 2 Corinthians 4:18

What is your favorite movie?
A Cinderella Story - 50 First Dates - Shrek

If you had to sum up your responsibilities at Grace in one sentence, what would it be?
To oversee production at all of the environments at Grace Church.

What is the best advice you have ever been given?
Always have a backup plan.

What do you do for fun?
I go to work.

What is one verse from the Bible by which you try to live your life?
Philippians 4:13

What is your favorite movie?
Chariots of Fire.

If you had to sum up your responsibilities at Grace in one sentence, what would it be?
I maintain our church's database by ensuring all data is accurate, oversee room management and the event calendar, and provide support for ministries by assisting with setting up event registration.

What is the best advice you have ever been given?
You can make many plans, but the Lord’s purpose will prevail. (Proverbs 19:21)

What do you do for fun?
Relaxing with my husband and our four boys, baking, watching movies/Netflix, reading, planting flowers, working out.

What is one verse from the Bible by which you try to live your life?
Philippians 4:6-7 (NLT): Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done. Then you will experience God’s peace, which exceeds anything we can understand. His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus.

What is your favorite movie?
While You Were Sleeping.

If you had to sum up your responsibilities at Grace in one sentence, what would it be?
JJR = “Certified Church Numba Cruncha”

What is the best advice you have ever been given?
Start with the book of John.

What do you do for fun?
Hockey, Camping, and Reading

What is one verse from the Bible by which you try to live your life?
Romans 8:31 – If God be for us, who can be against us?

What is your favorite movie?
Shawshank Redemption.

If you had to sum up your responsibilities at Grace in one sentence, what would it be?
Maintain the church building so that others can have a comfortable place to encounter Jesus and build a relationship with Him.

What is the best advice you have ever been given?
It's not about having what you want, it's about wanting what you have.

What do you do for fun?
I like to breed bearded dragons and ball pythons. I love all of God's creation, even the creepy stuff that tends to get overlooked. It amazes me the great imagination and detail that God put into all living things. Each beautifully designed in their own way and perfectly equipped for their needs.

What is one verse from the Bible by which you try to live your life?
Romans 8:16-18 "The Spirit Himself bears witness with our spirit that we are children of God, and if children, then heirs—heirs of God and joint heirs with Christ, if indeed we suffer with Him, that we may also be glorified together. For I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory which shall be revealed in us"

What is your favorite movie?
The Hobbit & Lord of the Ring - That's six movies but really just one long one.

If you had to sum up your responsibilities at Grace in one sentence, what would it be?
Helping kids become outward-focused followers of Jesus!

What is the best advice you have ever been given?
Never give up

What do you do for fun?
Boxing, hang out with family & friends and reading

What is one verse from the Bible by which you try to live your life?
Matthew 6:33

What is your favorite movie?
Elf

If you had to sum up your responsibilities at Grace in one sentence, what would it be?
I serve alongside our Grace Kids team and coordinate all things in Grace Kids Jr to help kids learn about Jesus, and how to be outward-focused follower of Him!

What is the best advice you have ever been given?
If you have encouragement to give, share it!!

What do you do for fun?
I love reading, swimming, hammocking, traveling, and learning new languages!

What is one verse from the Bible by which you try to live your life?
"And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds, not giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but encouraging one another—and all the more as you see the Day approaching." Hebrews 10:24-25

What is your favorite movie?
Pitch Perfect

If you had to sum up your responsibilities at Grace in one sentence, what would it be?
I help students know Jesus and become outward focused followers of Him.

What is the best advice you have ever been given?
We are all lop-sided we just don't lop on the same side.

What do you do for fun?
Ride Motorcycles, drink coffee, watch KU basketball, and spend time with my family.

What is one verse from the Bible by which you try to live your life?
Galatians 2:20 - " I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I now live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me."

What is your favorite movie?
Shawshank Redemption - Forest Gump - Terminator

If you had to sum up your responsibilities at Grace in one sentence, what would it be?

I get to work with the Campus Support Grace Kids team that creates all the fun kids curriculum and resources. We create almost everything from scratch for the weekend services and SBO. Best job ever!

What is the best advice you have ever been given?
“Figure out what you love to do, and then figure out how to get paid to do it.” For me: I love Jesus and I am passionate about early childhood education. What better job could there be than Children’s Ministry?

What do you do for fun?
One of my favorite things to do on my days off is to create and sell preschool curriculum and resources to teachers around the world via my little website.

What is one verse from the Bible by which you try to live your life?
I memorized Proverbs 3:5-6 as a little kid to earn a sticker on a chart. I'm so glad I did, it has been a great reminder for me to trust and follow God in all things.

What is your favorite movie?
I have a ton of favorite movies, but if you judge a favorite by number of times viewed and how often I reference and/or quote it then the clear winner would have to be The Princess Bride. It’s been a favorite since I was a little kid, and the number of times I’ve seen it is truly 'inconceivable'.

If you had to sum up your responsibilities at Grace in one sentence, what would it be?
I oversee the worship and production, as well as outreach at our North Overland Park Campus.  I help people experience powerful worship and minister to our North Overland Park community.

What is the best advice you have ever been given?
Don't wait to be given the opportunity to lead.  Make an oasis of excellence wherever God has planted you, and people will notice.

What do you do for fun?
I love to hang out with friends, and seek out experiences that are new!  Big fan of food trucks, and dives.

What is one verse from the Bible by which you try to live your life?
Be my rock of refuge, to which I can always go; give the command to save me, for you are my rock and my fortress. - Psalm 71:3

What is your favorite movie?
Definitely Lord of the Rings!

If you had to sum up your responsibilities at Grace in one sentence, what would it be?
In the Grace Care department, we connect people with the resources they need at their specific time of need, such as counseling, prayer, and benevolence.

What is the best advice you have ever been given?
Don't let your emotions control your actions. (Thank you, Tim Howey. (: )

What do you do for fun?
Spend time with family, read, scour antique and thrift stores.

What is one verse from the Bible by which you try to live your life?
2 Corinthians 10:5 – We demolish arguments and every pretension that sets itself up against the knowledge of God, and we take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ.

What is your favorite movie?
Spaceballs - Yes - I have the sense of humor of an 8th grade boy. :o)

If you had to sum up your responsibilities at Grace in one sentence, what would it be?
As the HR Director, I strive to support every person on staff to do their very best, both in their God-given role at Grace church and for the Kingdom as a whole.

What is the best advice you have ever been given?
It's a toss up between ....

1) Timing is everything but God's timing is the VERY thing.

2) Wherever you are ... be there.

What do you do for fun?
Hang with my family!  I have one husband named Jeff, 2 sons, 1 daughter-in-law-to-be and 1 granddaughter!  I enjoy movies/dates/travel with my husband, taking walks with our bulldog named Porkchop, good coffee and long conversations with interesting people.

*oh, and I love doing laundry ... I really, really do!

What is one verse from the Bible by which you try to live your life?
2 Corinthians 5:17

What is your favorite movie?
Rudy

If you had to sum up your responsibilities at Grace in one sentence, what would it be?
I interview, train, schedule, and manage Caregivers to provide Childcare during Grace events so parents can attend events without the added challenge of having to coordinate childcare on their own.

What is the best advice you have ever been given?
To “Let go, and let God”

What do you do for fun?
I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, shopping, getting manicures and pedicures, and watching tv shows and movies.

What is one verse from the Bible by which you try to live your life?
The fruit of the Spirit passage: Galatians 5:22-23

What is your favorite movie?
I love so many movies, so it’s hard to pick just one. I love pretty much any romantic comedy!

If you had to sum up your responsibilities at Grace in one sentence, what would it be?
With a team of great people, I hope to make our Olathe Campus Grace Kids experience irresistible to kids and parents alike while teaching Biblical truths families can live out at home.  All while loving Jesus and trying to be more like Him …and making animal sounds and doing cartwheels …and giving hugs …and high fives.

What is the best advice you have ever been given?
Don’t ruin a good today by thinking about a bad yesterday. Let it go.

What do you do for fun?
I love reading, movies and photography.  I love to hike, work on a home projects, enjoy playing tennis (very badly) and taking trips (especially Disney!) with my hubby, 3 kiddos and extended family and friends.

What is one verse from the Bible by which you try to live your life?
Colossians 3:23 Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for man

What is your favorite movie?
Sleepless in Seattle- I’m a hopeless romantic xoxo

If you had to sum up your responsibilities at Grace in one sentence, what would it be?
To provide a consistent AVL experience between campuses.

What is the best advice you have ever been given?
Be authentic.

What do you do for fun?
Writing and playing music.

What is one verse from the Bible by which you try to live your life?
Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid, do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go. Joshua 1:9

What is your favorite movie?
Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind

If you had to sum up your responsibilities at Grace in one sentence, what would it be?
To ensure the growth and robustness of the IT environment so that all of Grace's ministry and operations teams can reach out to as many people as possible to spread the Word of God.

What is the best advice you have ever been given?
Show me your friends and I'll show you your future.

What do you do for fun?
Spend time with family, work on the family farm, travel and watch movies.

What is one verse from the Bible by which you try to live your life?
1 Corinthians 10:31

What is your favorite movie?
Star Wars, Harry Potter, Marvel

If you had to sum up your responsibilities at Grace in one sentence, what would it be?
I drive the Grace marketing strategy and manage the communications teams project from start to finish!

What is the best advice you have ever been given?
Be Kind

What do you do for fun?
I love to read and binge watch tv shows!  My favorite thing though is getting to be an aunt!

What is one verse from the Bible by which you try to live your life?
Philippians 4:6

What is your favorite movie?
The Sandlot

If you had to sum up your responsibilities at Grace in one sentence, what would it be?
To help create an environment for services that is visually and audibly achieving our mission as a church.

What is the best advice you have ever been given?
Good is the enemy of great.

What do you do for fun?
Play boardgames, hang out with my offspring.

What is one verse from the Bible by which you try to live your life?
1 John 2:6 "Those who claim to abide in Him ought to walk as Jesus walked."

What is your favorite movie?
The Lion King

If you had to sum up your responsibilities at Grace in one sentence, what would it be?
I try to create an environment that encourages others to worship.

What is the best advice you have ever been given?
"Live like someone left the gate wide open."

What do you do for fun?
Board games, fishing, reading.

What is one verse from the Bible by which you try to live your life?
Ephesians 5:15-17

What is your favorite movie?
The Lord of the Rings - The Two Towers

If you had to sum up your responsibilities at Grace in one sentence, what would it be?
Pray a lot, hangout with teenagers, teach the Bible, and occasionally make a fool of myself

What is the best advice you have ever been given?
Always have one ear on the Holy Spirit

What do you do for fun?
Play tennis, be outside, travel, shop, hang out with friends

What is one verse from the Bible by which you try to live your life?
1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you

What is your favorite movie?
Momma Mia

If you had to sum up your responsibilities at Grace in one sentence, what would it be?
I aid in the discipleship and growth of our students.

What is the best advice you have ever been given?
Put your own oxygen mask on first.

What do you do for fun?
I like to read, go to coffee shops, and play board games.

What is one verse from the Bible by which you try to live your life?
Isaiah 40:31

What is your favorite movie?
V for Vendetta

If you had to sum up your responsibilities at Grace in one sentence, what would it be?
Planting a church in Liberty, Missouri

What is the best advice you have ever been given?
Wife- don't wear socks with your sandals!

What do you do for fun?
Sit on my front porch drinking coffee while watching the sunrise, fishing, going on trips with the wife.

What is one verse from the Bible by which you try to live your life?
Therefore, if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new. 2Corinthians 5:17

What is your favorite movie?
Gladiator - "What we do in life, echoes in eternity." - Maximus

If you had to sum up your responsibilities at Grace in one sentence, what would it be?
Chaos coordinator! Just kidding.... I manage ALL of the things that happen in Grace Kids all year long. I equip the saints for the work of the Kingdom!

What is the best advice you have ever been given?
Always make sure to go to the potty BEFORE you leave the house.

What do you do for fun?
I am super passionate about photography! I love weddings and senior sessions!

What is one verse from the Bible by which you try to live your life?
in this season, I have been focusing on 1 Corinthians 13:13 Three things will last forever--faith, hope, and love--and the greatest of these is love.

What is your favorite movie?
Elf, The Sound of Music, and Mary Poppins