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Pastor Brian Rice

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  WHAT I LOVE MOST ABOUT MY JOB:
  Having the ability to empower and resource leaders to bear much fruit that lasts. Being a part of a team of friends and missional servants committed to changing the world.

  MY FAVORITE QUOTE:
  A current one high on the list is: Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life? (Mary Oliver)

  A BOOK THAT INSPIRED ME:
  I am inspired by a multitude of books and authors. The book I am currently reading is always the book that is inspiring me right now.

  MY FAVORITE PASTIME:
  Playing guitar, working out, going out to dinner with my wife, Becky.

  MY FAVORITE MOVIE: The Lord of the Rings Trilogy, with the extended introduction known as The Hobbit.

Stephen Grames

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  WHAT I LOVE MOST ABOUT MY JOB:
  The variety of responsibilities that allow me to create processes and influence people for better outcomes.

  MY FAVORITE FOOD:
  It’s a toss up between popcorn, ice cream, and crème brulee.

  A BOOK THAT INSPIRED ME:
  The Pursuit of God by A.W. Tozer

  SCRIPTURE THAT MEANS A LOT TO ME:
  The Psalms and Proverbs 3:5-6 are foundational to my life journey.

  MY FAVORITE PASTIME:
  Fishing, biking, hunting, hiking, and boating.

Pastor Aaron Kunce

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  WHAT I LOVE MOST ABOUT MY JOB:
  Seeing the Lord show up in people’s lives, transforming our broken and wasted places with His resurrection power. Sensing Jesus and His incredible love and care for people as I pastor, pray, and lead with others in ministry.

  MY FAVORITE QUOTE:
  Fear’s a powerful thing baby, It can turn your heart black – you can trust, It’ll take your God-filled soul, And fill it with devils and dust. (Bruce Springsteen)

  MY FAVORITE FOOD:
  Pho soup, eggs, aged Gouda cheese, coffee, and chocolate chip cookies.

  A BOOK THAT INSPIRED ME:
  Till We Have Faces by C.S. Lewis

  I AM FAMOUS FOR:
  Having a really big, awesome, loving family.

Stephen Grames

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  WHAT I LOVE MOST ABOUT MY JOB:
  The variety of responsibilities that allow me to create processes and influence people for better outcomes.

  MY FAVORITE FOOD:
  It’s a toss up between popcorn, ice cream, and crème brulee.

  A BOOK THAT INSPIRED ME:
  The Pursuit of God by A.W. Tozer

  SCRIPTURE THAT MEANS A LOT TO ME:
  The Psalms and Proverbs 3:5-6 are foundational to my life journey.

  MY FAVORITE PASTIME:
  Fishing, biking, hunting, hiking, and boating.

Kathy Crimmins

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  WHAT I LOVE MOST ABOUT MY JOB:
  The people I work with and the privilege of serving others.

  MY FAVORITE FOOD:
  Spicy garlic shrimp

  A BOOK THAT INSPIRED ME:
  Choosing to See by Mary Beth Chapman

  I AM FAMOUS FOR:
  My organizational skills and attention to detail.

  IF I COULD GO ANYWHERE FOR AN ENTIRE MONTH:
  Marco Island on the Gulf Coast of Florida

Nancy Fowlkes

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  WHAT I LOVE MOST ABOUT MY JOB:
  Working with people who live their faith every day.

  MY FAVORITE QUOTE:
  When life is sweet, say thank you and celebrate. And when life is bitter, say thank you and grow.

  MY FAVORITE FOOD:
  Texas caviar, chicken quesadillas, and chocolate!

  A BOOK THAT INSPIRED ME:
  Signs of Life: Back to the Basics of Authentic Christianity by Dr. David Jeremiah

  ONE THING PEOPLE DON’T KNOW ABOUT ME:
  I am a really competitive card player – especially pinochle!

Scott Griffiths

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  MY FAVORITE QUOTE:
  I have a massive database of my favorite(s). But a few:
  “Our greatest fear should not be of failure, but of succeeding at things in life that don’t really matter” – Francis Chan
  “God is awesome! He doesn’t need you to be awesome, He needs you to be obedient.” – Matt Chandler
  “The end. Jesus wins!” – Not sure

  IF I COULD GO ANYWHERE FOR AN ENTIRE MONTH:
  Anywhere peaceful or fun with my wife that is really warm and sunny during the day and cool and breezy at night.

  SCRIPTURE THAT MEANS A LOT TO ME:
  “So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” – Isaiah 41:10
  “Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her…” – Eph. 5:25

  MY FAVORITE PASTIME:
  Being with family. Hiking and running with my wife. Playing sports and video games with my children, working out, Playing guitar and jamming with my wife.

  MOST MEMORABLE EXPERIENCE:
  I have many extremely memorable experiences from my children and with my wife especially but the most memorable has to be in the midst of the darkest time of my life at the crossroad of life and death, I chose God and he mercifully, absolutely broke me and in the course of a few moments lifted the veil and showed me exactly who I was but then lovingly showed me exactly who He is.

Glenda Kelly

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  WHAT I LOVE MOST ABOUT MY JOB:
  I am so blessed to be serving the Lord and the Living Word family full-time.

  IF I COULD GO ANYWHERE FOR AN ENTIRE MONTH:
  Central Kentucky, the home of my only grandchild, Adeline Mae.

  SCRIPTURE THAT MEANS A LOT TO ME:
  For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. (Jeremiah 29:11)

  ONE THING PEOPLE DON’T KNOW ABOUT ME:
  One of my goals is to learn to play the violin.

Pam Myers

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  A BOOK THAT INSPIRED ME:
  The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz

  SCRIPTURE THAT MEANS A LOT TO ME:
  Cast all your anxiety on Him because He cares for you. (1 Peter 5:7)

  MY FAVORITE PASTIME:
  Boating

  ONE THING PEOPLE DON’T KNOW ABOUT ME:
  I’m a certified scuba diver.

Scott Naylor

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  WHAT I LOVE MOST ABOUT MY JOB:
  Serving the staff, church board, and congregation.

  MY FAVORITE FOOD:
  Everything my wife makes. Our kitchen is my favorite place to eat.

  I AM FAMOUS FOR:
  My home-grown sweet corn.

  SCRIPTURE THAT MEANS A LOT TO ME:
  The Lord Himself goes before you and will be with you; He will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged. (Deuteronomy 31:8)

Brian Newman

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  WHAT I LOVE MOST ABOUT MY JOB:

  I love empowering people into leadership and to help others engage in new initiatives.

  A BOOK THAT INSPIRED ME:

  The Divine Conspiracy by Dallas Williard

  SCRIPTURE THAT MEANS A LOT TO ME:

  Psalm 27: “Wait for the Lord, Be strong and take heart, and wait for the Lord.”

  MOST MEMORABLE EXPERIENCE:

  Hiking through the gorges of the Negev Desert in Israel where the Israelites wandered for 40 years!

Cindy Ward

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  WHAT I LOVE MOST ABOUT MY JOB:
  God has blessed me with skills and experiences over the years that has given a unique perspective on the administrative role in ministry. I feel so fortunate to be able to serve Him doing something that I enjoy.

  A BOOK THAT INSPIRED ME:
  “Seamless” by Angie Smith – It completely changed how I view the historical timeline of the events in the Bible.

  IF I COULD GO ANYWHERE FOR AN ENTIRE MONTH:
  An oceanfront condo at Myrtle Beach, South Carolina with my husband.

  SCRIPTURE THAT MEANS A LOT TO ME:
  “But the Holy Spirit produces this kind of fruit in our lives: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control.” Galatians 5:22

  MY FAVORITE PASTIME:
  Scrapbooking with my wonderful Mother

Cassie Stroman

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  WHAT I LOVE MOST ABOUT MY JOB:

  I love being able to provide a safe and welcoming place for individuals with diverse needs to learn about Jesus and experience His love through interactions with ministry partners!

  IF I COULD GO ANYWHERE FOR AN ENTIRE MONTH:

  A cabin where I could curl up in front of a fire with some good books!

  SCRIPTURE THAT MEANS A LOT TO ME:

  Ephesians 2:7-10 (MSG): Now God has us where he wants us, with all the time in this world and the next to shower grace and kindness upon us in Christ Jesus. Saving is all his idea, and all his work. All we do is trust him enough to let him do it. It’s God’s gift from start to finish! We don’t play the major role. If we did, we’d probably go around bragging that we’d done the whole thing! No, we neither make nor save ourselves. God does both the making and saving. He creates each of us by Christ Jesus to join him in the work he does, the good work he has gotten ready for us to do, work we had better be doing.

Garrett Lowe

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  MY FAVORITE QUOTE:
  “An early-morning walk is a blessing for the whole day.” -Henry David Thoreau

  MY FAVORITE FOOD:
  Wings

  A BOOK THAT INSPIRED ME:
  Reaching Out by Henri Nouwen

  SCRIPTURE THAT MEANS A LOT TO ME:
  but he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly of my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest upon me.
  – II Corinthians 12:9

Christie Maida

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Jay Baer

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  WHAT I LOVE MOST ABOUT MY JOB:
  Watching students not only become great musicians but, more importantly, learning how to lead others into God’s presence through worship.

  A BOOK THAT INSPIRED ME:
  The Pursuit of God by A.W. Tozer

  SCRIPTURE THAT MEANS A LOT TO ME:
  But I do not account my life of any value nor as precious to myself, if only I may finish my course and the ministry that I received from the Lord Jesus, to testify to the gospel of the grace of God. (Acts 20:24)

  MOST MEMORABLE EXPERIENCE:
  Eating my way through Italy for our 5th wedding anniversary. My wife tells me that the sights and art were pretty cool, too.

  ONE THING PEOPLE DON’T KNOW ABOUT ME:
  I spent a summer in college driving an Italian Ice truck.

Donavan Bratton

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  MY FAVORITE FOOD:

  Oxtail…with rice and peas and cabbage, it goes together

  A BOOK THAT INSPIRED ME:

  Emotionally Healthy Spirituality by Peter Scazzero

  SCRIPTURE THAT MEANS A LOT TO ME:

  Psalm 27:4

Kristen Kunce

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  WHAT I LOVE MOST ABOUT MY JOB:
  The ministry partners and the students I get to plan our Sunday service for.

  MY FAVORITE FOOD:
  My mother’s apple pie

  IF I COULD GO ANYWHERE FOR AN ENTIRE MONTH:
  I would love to take a month and island hop!

  SCRIPTURE THAT MEANS A LOT TO ME:
  Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were bought at a price. Therefore, honor God with your bodies. (1 Corinthians 6:19-20)

  MY FAVORITE PASTIME:
  Hanging out with my family and going on challenging hikes.

Jess Rufle

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  WHAT I LOVE MOST ABOUT MY JOB:
  Building relationships with awesome teens and youth leaders.

  A BOOK THAT INSPIRED ME:
  Interrupted by Jen Hatmaker

  I AM FAMOUS FOR:
  Making lists

  IF I COULD GO ANYWHERE FOR AN ENTIRE MONTH:
  Italy

Kelly Warren

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  A BOOK THAT INSPIRED ME:

  Everybody Always by Bob Goff

  SCRIPTURE THAT MEANS A LOT TO ME:

  So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. (Isaiah 41:10a)

Cass Delp

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  WHAT I LOVE MOST ABOUT MY JOB:
  Being able to impact the life of a child for Jesus, working with an amazing team of ministry partners and staff, and having a front row seat to see God at work in the life of our church.

  MY FAVORITE FOOD:
  Watermelon

  IF I COULD GO ANYWHERE FOR AN ENTIRE MONTH:
  A tropical beach

  SCRIPTURE THAT MEANS A LOT TO ME:
  I can do everything through Him who gives me strength. (Philippians 4:13)

  MY FAVORITE PASTIME:
  Spending time with my family.

Racquel Bratton

Jodi Brown

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  WHAT I LOVE MOST ABOUT MY JOB:
  I absolutely love singing and I love children!

  A BOOK THAT INSPIRED ME:
  Out of the Spin Cycle, by Jen Hatmaker

  I AM FAMOUS FOR:
  ORGANIZING!!!

  SCRIPTURE THAT MEANS A LOT TO ME:
  Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. Hebrews 11:1

  MY FAVORITE PASTIME:
  Having a camp fire in our back yard with all 5 of my girls and hubby, Jack

Debbi Bruner

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  MY FAVORITE QUOTE:

  Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a battle you know nothing about.

  MY FAVORITE FOOD:

  My mom’s Thanksgiving stuffing eaten cold for breakfast the next day with a little dash of salt.

  SCRIPTURE THAT MEANS A LOT TO ME:

  “The Lord is my strength and my defense; he has become my salvation.” Psalm 118:14 (NIV)

  MY FAVORITE PASTIME:

  Watching my kids participate in their sports and activities. Nothing gives me more joy than to watch them do something they are passionate about!

  MOST MEMORABLE EXPERIENCE:

  My dad teaching me to drive. Looking back, it was pretty hysterical, but I think I shortened his life by a few years!

Jess Hardway

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  WHAT I LOVE MOST ABOUT MY JOB:
  Building relationships with children of all ages and seeing them grow through the Spirit of the Lord.

  MY FAVORITE QUOTE:
  Stand up straight and realize who you are, that you tower over your circumstances. You are a child of God. Stand up straight. (Maya Angelou)

  MY FAVORITE FOOD:
  Chocolate

  A BOOK THAT INSPIRED ME:
  Shepherding a Child’s Heart by Tedd Tripp

Tracey Smith

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  SCRIPTURE THAT MEANS A LOT TO ME:
  Isaiah 40:28-41

  MY FAVORITE PASTIME:
  Spending time with my family.

  MY FAVORITE MOVIE:
  The Sound of Music

Dawn Sterner

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  WHAT I LOVE MOST ABOUT MY JOB:
  Supporting a ministry that helps kids learn about the love of Jesus and gives them ways to apply God’s truth to their lives.

  MY FAVORITE FOOD:
  Seafood

  SCRIPTURE THAT MEANS A LOT TO ME:
  Psalm 103

  MY FAVORITE PASTIME:
  Enjoying the outdoors (except in winter).

Chris Smith

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  WHAT I LOVE MOST ABOUT MY JOB:
  Working with great people who are committed to pointing people to Jesus.

  MY FAVORITE QUOTE:
  Although my memory’s fading, I remember two things very clearly: I am a great sinner and Christ is a great Savior. (John Newton, author of “Amazing Grace”)

  MY FAVORITE FOOD:
  Great Mexican food with my wife’s homemade guacamole

  SCRIPTURE THAT MEANS A LOT TO ME:
  So you are no longer a slave, but a son, and if a son, then an heir through God. (Galatians 4:7)

  MY FAVORITE PASTIME:
  Hanging with my family…and drinking coffee.

Adam Dacheux

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  WHAT I LOVE MOST ABOUT MY JOB:
  Collaboration

  MY FAVORITE QUOTE:
  Art is never finished, only abandoned. (Leonardo da Vinci)

  MY FAVORITE FOOD:
  Tacos

  A BOOK THAT INSPIRED ME:
  Mere Christianity by C.S. Lewis

  MY FAVORITE PASTIME:
  Gaming

Bryan Doersom

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  WHAT I LOVE MOST ABOUT MY JOB:
  Working with the Worship Arts team to spread God’s Word to the community

  MY FAVORITE QUOTE:
  “I have found that it is the small everyday deeds of ordinary folk that keep the darkness at bay. Small acts of kindness and love.” – Gandalf

  MY FAVORITE FOOD:
  Brownies with ice cream

  SCRIPTURE THAT MEANS A LOT TO ME:
  1 Corinthians 13:4-7

  MY FAVORITE MOVIE:
  Rio Bravo

  ONE THING PEOPLE DON’T KNOW ABOUT ME:
  I was born right handed, but my dad taught me how to play sports left handed.

Griffin Folcomer

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  WHAT I LOVE MOST ABOUT MY JOB:
  Creating a professional and enjoyable experience. Solving technical opportunities alongside students and coworkers.

  MY FAVORITE FOOD:
  Cheeseburgers, any kind really. Medium-rare.

  SCRIPTURE THAT MEANS A LOT TO ME:
  “Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body, what you will wear. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothes? Look at the birds of the air; they do not sow or reap or store away in barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more valuable than they? Can any one of you by worrying add a single hour to your life?”
  – Matthew 6:25-27

  ONE THING PEOPLE DON’T KNOW ABOUT ME:
  I am double-jointed in both my elbows and my knees.

Amanda Anderson

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  WHAT I LOVE MOST ABOUT MY JOB:
  This position combines my love of music and administrative gifts. Working with and supporting a talented and creative team who desire to further God’s kingdom is a huge bonus too!!

  IF I COULD GO ANYWHERE FOR A MONTH:
  Australia

  SCRIPTURE THAT MEANS A LOT TO ME:
  Proverbs 3:6: “In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will direct your paths.”
  Psalm 139

  MOST MEMORABLE EXPERIENCE:
  Marrying my high school sweetheart and then of course the birth of my 2 girls!

Kevin Henderson

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  SCRIPTURE THAT MEANS A LOT TO ME:
  Romans 12:1-2

  MY FAVORITE PASTIME:
  Landscape and sports photography; cooking

  MOST MEMORABLE EXPERIENCE:
  The birth of my children.

Mark Jones

Diana Trout

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  A BOOK THAT INSPIRED ME:
  “The Seven Desires of Every Heart” by Mark and Debbie Laaser

  IF I COULD GO ANYWHERE FOR AN ENTIRE MONTH:
  I would either go home to New Jersey to be with my family for a month, or to Nashville, TN!

  SCRIPTURE THAT MEANS A LOT TO ME:
  “Be still and know that I am God” – Psalm 46:10

  MY FAVORITE PASTIME:
  I love to read whenever I have spare time!

  MY FAVORITE MOVIE:
  It always sounds kind of silly to say, but I absolutely love the imagery and metaphor brought to life by “The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe.” It moves me every time I watch it!

Ryan Lewis

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  A BOOK THAT INSPIRED ME:
  A Million Miles in a Thousand Years by Don Miller

  IF I COULD GO ANYWHERE FOR AN ENTIRE MONTH:
  A cabin in the Smokies with my wife.

  SCRIPTURE THAT MEANS A LOT TO ME:
  So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God
  (1 Corinthians 10:31)

  MY FAVORITE PASTIME:
  Drinking great coffee

Joshua Pappas

Chris Perez

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  WHAT I LOVE MOST ABOUT MY JOB:
  Working with a team of creatives whose goal is to inform and inspire the love and activity of Christ in others through the arts.

  MY FAVORITE QUOTE:
  Everyone has a photographic memory. Some just don’t have the film.

  SCRIPTURE THAT MEANS A LOT TO ME:
  Isaiah 40:28-31

Pastor Brian Rice

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  WHAT I LOVE MOST ABOUT MY JOB:
  Having the ability to empower and resource leaders to bear much fruit that lasts. Being a part of a team of friends and missional servants committed to changing the world.

  MY FAVORITE QUOTE:
  A current one high on the list is: Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life? (Mary Oliver)

  A BOOK THAT INSPIRED ME:
  I am inspired by a multitude of books and authors. The book I am currently reading is always the book that is inspiring me right now.

  MY FAVORITE PASTIME:
  Playing guitar, working out, going out to dinner with my wife, Becky.

  MY FAVORITE MOVIE: The Lord of the Rings Trilogy, with the extended introduction known as The Hobbit.

Pastor Aaron Kunce

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  WHAT I LOVE MOST ABOUT MY JOB:
  Seeing the Lord show up in people’s lives, transforming our broken and wasted places with His resurrection power. Sensing Jesus and His incredible love and care for people as I pastor, pray, and lead with others in ministry.

  MY FAVORITE QUOTE:
  Fear’s a powerful thing baby, It can turn your heart black – you can trust, It’ll take your God-filled soul, And fill it with devils and dust. (Bruce Springsteen)

  MY FAVORITE FOOD:
  Pho soup, eggs, aged Gouda cheese, coffee, and chocolate chip cookies.

  A BOOK THAT INSPIRED ME:
  Till We Have Faces by C.S. Lewis

  I AM FAMOUS FOR:
  Having a really big, awesome, loving family.

Kathy Crimmins

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  WHAT I LOVE MOST ABOUT MY JOB:
  The people I work with and the privilege of serving others.

  MY FAVORITE FOOD:
  Spicy garlic shrimp

  A BOOK THAT INSPIRED ME:
  Choosing to See by Mary Beth Chapman

  I AM FAMOUS FOR:
  My organizational skills and attention to detail.

  IF I COULD GO ANYWHERE FOR AN ENTIRE MONTH:
  Marco Island on the Gulf Coast of Florida

Nancy Fowlkes

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  WHAT I LOVE MOST ABOUT MY JOB:
  Working with people who live their faith every day.

  MY FAVORITE QUOTE:
  When life is sweet, say thank you and celebrate. And when life is bitter, say thank you and grow.

  MY FAVORITE FOOD:
  Texas caviar, chicken quesadillas, and chocolate!

  A BOOK THAT INSPIRED ME:
  Signs of Life: Back to the Basics of Authentic Christianity by Dr. David Jeremiah

  ONE THING PEOPLE DON’T KNOW ABOUT ME:
  I am a really competitive card player – especially pinochle!

Brian Newman

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  WHAT I LOVE MOST ABOUT MY JOB:

  I love empowering people into leadership and to help others engage in new initiatives.

  A BOOK THAT INSPIRED ME:

  The Divine Conspiracy by Dallas Williard

  SCRIPTURE THAT MEANS A LOT TO ME:

  Psalm 27: “Wait for the Lord, Be strong and take heart, and wait for the Lord.”

  MOST MEMORABLE EXPERIENCE:

  Hiking through the gorges of the Negev Desert in Israel where the Israelites wandered for 40 years!

Gordon Carpenter

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  MY FAVORITE QUOTE:
  Our hearts are restless until they find their rest in You.

  MY FAVORITE FOOD:
  Pizza

  A BOOK THAT INSPIRED ME:
  Life Together by Dietrich Bonhoeffer

  IF I COULD GO ANYWHERE FOR AN ENTIRE MONTH:
  Arizona

  MY FAVORITE MOVIE:
  The Princess Bride

John Hilliard

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  WHAT I LOVE MOST ABOUT MY JOB:
  I am fortunate to have the best job I have ever had. It allows me to grow in my faith, reach out to those around me who are in need, and travel around the world and experience different cultures.

  SCRIPTURE THAT MEANS A LOT TO ME:
  That I might walk worthy of the Lord in all pleasing, being fruitful in every good work and increasing in the knowledge of God. (Colossians 1:10)

  MY FAVORITE PASTIME:
  Fly fishing

  MOST MEMORABLE EXPERIENCE:
  Evacuating Saigon at the end of the Vietnam War as a U.S. Air Force pilot. The Vietnamese people had maybe one suitcase per family and that was all they had in the world to take with them. It left a profound impression on me about the impact of war.

  ONE THING PEOPLE DON’T KNOW ABOUT ME:
  My brothers and I rode unicycles in regional parades and performed at the Seattle World’s Fair in 1962.

Sherri Keller

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  MY FAVORITE QUOTE:

  “Life must be lived and curiosity kept alive. One must never, for whatever reason, turn his back on life.” -Eleanor Roosevelt

  MY FAVORITE FOOD:

  Love, love, love fresh vegetables and fruit!

  IF I COULD GO ANYWHERE FOR AN ENTIRE MONTH:

  Hands down – Rocky Mountains, CO.

  SCRIPTURE THAT MEANS A LOT TO ME:

  John 14:27 I am leaving you with a gift – peace of mind and heart. And the peace I give isn’t like the peace the world gives. So don’t be troubled or afraid.

  MY FAVORITE PASTIME:

  Spending time with my husband and children. Enjoying a trail ride with my little palomino mare, Patience. Gardening…really anything outdoors. Reading a good book.

Lisa Long

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  MY FAVORITE FOOD:
  Anything with pasta, spinach, and lots of garlic

  IF I COULD GO ANYWHERE FOR AN ENTIRE MONTH:
  I would go back to Italy, to explore more of its rich culture, art, and history.

  SCRIPTURE THAT MEANS A LOT TO ME:
  All of Hebrews 11, but especially the first verse: Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see.

  MY FAVORITE PASTIME:
  Reading and exploring new biking and hiking trails with my husband.

  ONE THING PEOPLE DON’T KNOW ABOUT ME:
  I’ve been a freelance editor for over 20 years.

Connie Milchling

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  MY FAVORITE QUOTE:
  Our enemy delights in disquieting us. The secret is Christ in me, not me in a different set of circumstances. (Elizabeth Elliott)

  MY FAVORITE FOOD:
  Popcorn

  A BOOK THAT INSPIRED ME:
  Water from a Deep Well by Gerald Sittser

  SCRIPTURE THAT MEANS A LOT TO ME:
  Be still and know that I am God (Psalm 46:10).

  MY FAVORITE PASTIME:
  Enjoying the stillness of our 36-acre farm, observing the amazing beauty of God’s creation, and considering the life lessons mirrored in the seasonal rhythm of nature.

Ned Keene

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  WHAT I LOVE MOST ABOUT MY JOB:
  When people have that aha! moment that this life in Christ is not a transactional one, but a relational one.

  MY FAVORITE FOOD:
  Seafood

  I AM FAMOUS FOR:
  Being a microbrewer of killer hot sauce (Eddios).

  IF I COULD GO ANYWHERE FOR AN ENTIRE MONTH:
  Alaska

  SCRIPTURE THAT MEANS A LOT TO ME:
  1 John 4:16-21

Rebecca Rice

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  WHAT I LOVE MOST ABOUT MY JOB:
  Making a difference.

  A BOOK THAT INSPIRED ME:
  Celebration of Discipline by Richard Foster

  IF I COULD GO ANYWHERE FOR AN ENTIRE MONTH:
  A warm, sunny beach

  MY FAVORITE MOVIE:
  Lord of the Rings (just kidding!)

Salinda Weary

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  WHAT I LOVE MOST ABOUT MY JOB:
  My staff family and the privilege of having a front row seat to God’s miraculous heart transformation work.

  MY FAVORITE QUOTE:
  Words which do not give the light of Christ increase the darkness. (Mother Teresa)

  SCRIPTURE THAT MEANS A LOT TO ME:
  I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength. (Philippians 4:13)

  MY FAVORITE MOVIE:
  God’s Not Dead

  MOST MEMORABLE EXPERIENCE:
  Going on a mission trip to Guatemala in the summer of 2009.

Pat Wellen

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  WHAT I LOVE MOST ABOUT MY JOB:
  My co-workers

  A BOOK THAT INSPIRED ME:
  Soul Keeping by John Ortberg

  MY FAVORITE PASTIME:
  Spending time with my grandchildren.

  MOST MEMORABLE EXPERIENCE:
  Going to Ethiopia with the women of Merge.

Kendall Potter

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  A BOOK THAT INSPIRED ME:

  Life Together by Dietrich Bonhoeffer

  IF I COULD GO ANYWHERE FOR AN ENTIRE MONTH:

  Hiking in the Smoky Mountains

  SCRIPTURE THAT MEANS A LOT TO ME

  “Make a careful exploration of who you are and the work you have been given, and then sink yourself into that. Don’t be impressed with yourself. Don’t compare yourself with others. Each of you must take responsibility for doing the creative best you can with your own life.” Galatians 6:4-5 (MES)

  MY FAVORITE PASTIME:

  Reading and spending time with my husband and sons

  MY FAVORITE MOVIE:

  The Philadelphia Story

Sam Brinley

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  MY FAVORITE QUOTES
  “Art washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life” – Pablo Picasso

  “And will you succeed? Yes you will indeed! (98 and ¾ percent guaranteed.)” – Dr. Seuss

  IF I COULD GO ANYWHERE FOR AN ENTIRE MONTH
  New Zealand

  MY FAVORITE MOVIE
  The Lord of the Rings Trilogy, because you can’t just pick one of them.

  SCRIPTURE THAT MEANS A LOT TO ME
  A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for a time of adversity. Proverbs 17:17

Lydia Emrich

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  A BOOK THAT INSPIRED ME:
  The Normal Christian Life by Watchman Nee
  Love Does by Bob Goff

  IF I COULD GO ANYWHERE FOR AN ENTIRE MONTH:
  Ecuador, because I have; New Zealand, because I haven’t.

  SCRIPTURE THAT MEANS A LOT TO ME:
  Let us then with confidence draw near to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need. (Hebrews 4:16, ESV)

Tom LoBianco

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  MY FAVORITE QUOTE:
  All we knew was we were in this together. (From Band of Brothers HBO mini-series)

  MY FAVORITE FOOD:
  Gourmet hamburgers with a side of fries

  A BOOK THAT INSPIRED ME:
  Eyes of Honor by Johnathan Welton

  IF I COULD GO ANYWHERE FOR AN ENTIRE MONTH:
  Glacier National Park in Montana

  SCRIPTURE THAT MEANS A LOT TO ME:
  So consider yourselves dead to sin’s power but living for God in the power Christ Jesus gives you. (Romans 6:11)

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  WHAT I LOVE MOST ABOUT MY JOB:
  Having the ability to empower and resource leaders to bear much fruit that lasts. Being a part of a team of friends and missional servants committed to changing the world.

  MY FAVORITE QUOTE:
  A current one high on the list is: Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life? (Mary Oliver)

  A BOOK THAT INSPIRED ME:
  I am inspired by a multitude of books and authors. The book I am currently reading is always the book that is inspiring me right now.

  MY FAVORITE PASTIME:
  Playing guitar, working out, going out to dinner with my wife, Becky.

  MY FAVORITE MOVIE: The Lord of the Rings Trilogy, with the extended introduction known as The Hobbit.

Pastor Aaron Kunce

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  WHAT I LOVE MOST ABOUT MY JOB:
  Seeing the Lord show up in people’s lives, transforming our broken and wasted places with His resurrection power. Sensing Jesus and His incredible love and care for people as I pastor, pray, and lead with others in ministry.

  MY FAVORITE QUOTE:
  Fear’s a powerful thing baby, It can turn your heart black – you can trust, It’ll take your God-filled soul, And fill it with devils and dust. (Bruce Springsteen)

  MY FAVORITE FOOD:
  Pho soup, eggs, aged Gouda cheese, coffee, and chocolate chip cookies.

  A BOOK THAT INSPIRED ME:
  Till We Have Faces by C.S. Lewis

  I AM FAMOUS FOR:
  Having a really big, awesome, loving family.

John Hilliard

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  WHAT I LOVE MOST ABOUT MY JOB:
  I am fortunate to have the best job I have ever had. It allows me to grow in my faith, reach out to those around me who are in need, and travel around the world and experience different cultures.

  SCRIPTURE THAT MEANS A LOT TO ME:
  That I might walk worthy of the Lord in all pleasing, being fruitful in every good work and increasing in the knowledge of God. (Colossians 1:10)

  MY FAVORITE PASTIME:
  Fly fishing

  MOST MEMORABLE EXPERIENCE:
  Evacuating Saigon at the end of the Vietnam War as a U.S. Air Force pilot. The Vietnamese people had maybe one suitcase per family and that was all they had in the world to take with them. It left a profound impression on me about the impact of war.

  ONE THING PEOPLE DON’T KNOW ABOUT ME:
  My brothers and I rode unicycles in regional parades and performed at the Seattle World’s Fair in 1962.

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