I was born in Colorado Springs and raised in Wedowee, Alabama. As a military kid, I've moved over 30 times in my life. My ministry experience has taken me from Brazil and China to campus ministry in Orlando. After Nikki and I married in 2006, we joined a church planting team in Puerto Rico and later served Chinese students in Alabama and China. We moved to St. Joseph in 2018 after working at Sangre de Cristo Seminary in the mountains of Colorado. I have served churches in Montgomery, St. Joseph, and, most recently New Market, Missouri. I now serve bivocationally, working in AI data automation within the EdTech industry.

Nikki and I have four kids—two boys and two girls—who mostly grew up in the mountains. We've been part of the Wellspring community for several years and are grateful to call it home. I will serve as Associate Pastor, focusing on discipleship, connecting people, and supporting church leadership.

Education:

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration – Samford University

Master of Divinity in Biblical Exegesis – Sangre de Cristo Seminary

Hobbies & Interests:

I love being outdoors—hiking, backpacking, camping, working in the yard, and traveling. I enjoy good coffee, reading, cooking, good music and playing guitar. I'm an aspiring DIY mechanic trying to keep the Parmer fleet running, and I geek out over great pens and smart tech. We've become avid Chiefs fans since moving to Missouri—but I'm a lifelong loyal Alabama Crimson Tide fan. Roll Tide!

I grew up 20 miles north of St Joseph. I joined the Wellspring staff in September of 2020. Before Wellspring, I spent two years serving on church staff in Havre, Montana. My role at Wellspring is to develop and equip high school students to foster a deep relationship with Christ. I also help oversee Sunday morning service by serving as the Worship Director. I am excited to be at Wellspring and work alongside fellow believers who have the same passion and desire to see this community and church continue to develop their relationship with Jesus.

Education: Bachelor of Arts in Student Ministry from Ozark Christian College (2018)

Hobbies: I enjoy most outdoor activities. My favorites are fishing, hiking, camping, traveling, hunting, and snowboarding. I enjoy eating and making unique and exotic foods. I am also a die hard Kansas City Chiefs fan.

I was born and raised in St. Joseph. I went on full-time staff with Wellspring in June of 2017. My role is to ignite a desire for a genuine relationship with Christ among the school-aged children in our church and community. I desire to prepare our children for a life of serving and knowing the Lord. It is also my goal to encourage and equip parents to thrive as the primary spiritual leaders for their children. My husband, Matthew, and I have been together since we were 17 and were married in December of 2012. We have four children: Arthur, Alice, Edith and Ernest. 

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education from Missouri Western State University (2014)

Hobbies/Interests:

I really enjoy being in community with friends and family. I love spending time with my husband and kids, and going on family walks. I also enjoy cooking, reading, working out, and I dabble in essential oils.

I have lived in St. Joseph my entire life! I started attending Wellspring when I was 16 years old and it was the first church I attended where I really felt cared for. I started working at Wellspring in August of 2019 in a Children's Ministry role, but have recently transitioned to the Hospitality Director. I am incredibly passionate about making sure people are seen, loved, and pursued. My hope is that everyone who walks through the doors of Wellspring feels the deep love of the Father and finds a path to grow in their love for the Lord and for others. I am very thankful to be a part of this church and this community of believers who are so passionate about spreading the Gospel and loving people. I married my wonderful husband, Taylor, in December of 2013 and we have five precious and wild little boys: Titus, Armor, Valor, Waters, and Stone.

Education: 

Bachelors Degree in Secondary Education (English) from the University of Missouri (2014)

Hobbies/Interests: 

I spend the majority of my time taking care of my boys (all 5 if you count my husband), running or working out, being with friends and family, and I’m always up for trying new foods or recipes. I get great joy out of pursuing people and sharing the love of Christ with them and have recently found a passion for drinking coffee after I turned 30.

I grew up in North Alabama and became a Christian at Troy University through the ministry of Campus Outreach. After college, I lived  in Almaty, Kazakhstan for two years. I was introduced to my husband, Ben during a visit home in 2005. We were married in 2006. Our family later moved to Colorado, where I homeschooled our kids in the mountains. We moved to St. Joseph, MO in 2018. For the past three years, I have worked for our local Children's Division, allowing me to serve and advocate for those that are walking through having children in state’s custody. My love for hospitality and the vulnerable is something I hope to utilize as I serve as a part of Wellspring’s staff team!

Education

Bachelors of Arts in English Language Arts – Troy University.

Hobbies:

I love hosting people in our home—there's nothing quite like gathering around the dinner table with friends and family. I'm an avid reader who always has a book in hand, and I'm passionate about anything outdoors, especially hiking and camping adventures. I'm also a coffee lover who believes the perfect cup can make any day better especially when shared with friends. I cherish spending quality time with my family, and I find joy in baking—whether it's trying new recipes or perfecting old favorites to share with the people I love. I also find great joy in journaling and watching great movies!

I started working at Wellspring in 2011 as the Associate Pastor and I stayed in that position until 2025, when I transitioned to the Care Team Director. My primary role at Wellspring is providing leadership and supervision to our Care Team members. I married my beautiful wife, Sara, in May 2012. We have three children: Makenna, Mya and Noah.  

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree in Music from Missouri Western State University (2007)

Master’s Degree in Theological Studies from Liberty University (2011)

Master's Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Concordia University Irvine (TBC 2025) 

Hobbies/Interests:

I love playing drums and enjoy all kinds of music. I'm also very interested in mental health and love learning and helping others in this area. Finally, I'm a diehard Kansas City Chiefs fan!!!!!

I have attended Wellspring since it started in 2006 and have been blessed to be a part of the elementary, middle school, and high school ministries here as well as college young life and the summer internships. I now work full time as the middle school ministry director and the director of college young life at Missouri Western. I’ve been so greatly impacted by the leaders and ministry workers who have poured into me and I desire to do the same for our middle school and college students! My desire is to build relationships with middle school and college students and create a space for them to come to know God deeper and grow in their faith while in community with other believers! I married my husband Connor in June of 2023!

Education:

Bachelors degree in Psychology with a minor in Childhood Studies from Missouri Western State University (2023) 

Hobbies/ Interests:

I enjoy running and help coach the cross country team at Central which brings me a lot of joy! I also enjoy playing pickleball, hanging out with my family and friends, and good talks over coffee!

I have been at Wellspring since the beginning in 2006. I have served in many roles throughout my years at Wellspring! After teaching middle school students for several years in the St. Joseph School District, I recently felt God leading me to begin a new ministry centering around availability and presence in the lives of young women and families.  Through relational ministry, my desire is to walk alongside families in ways that help them connect with God and one another. I married my husband, Bob, in 1992. We have four children – Zac (married to Sam), Kylie, Kenzie and Zavier.  We were recently blessed with our first grandson – Leif.

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree in Education from Missouri State University (1992)

TESOL Certification from Missouri Western State University (2018)

Hobbies/Interests:

I love spending time with my family and friends!  I enjoy playing games, hiking and watching or playing sports.  I also enjoy helping coach the Central cross country team with my husband and daughter.

I was raised in Des Moines Iowa and moved to St. Joseph in 2007. After moving here, I taught 6th grade for two years and then I opened an in-home daycare that I ran for 5 years. I served as the Birth-Pre-K Director of Wellspring for several years and I recently accepted a part-time position at Wellspring as the All In Ministry Director. My role will be coming alongside and offering support to families in our congregation engaged in adoption and foster care. My husband, Brady and I were married in 2010 and we have five precious children. 

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education from Iowa State University (2006)

Hobbies/Interest: 

I love hanging out with my family and our kids, running, tennis, traveling and being with friends.

I started attending Wellspring in the summer of 2008. I wanted to be a part of the community so quickly started serving. I love kids so I knew serving in the Children’s Ministry would be a great fit. I was able to serve with all ages of kids for 16 years and then felt God tugging on my heart to be a part of the Wellspring staff. I started working at Wellspring in January 2024. My role is Birth-Pre-K Children's Director.  I love creating a loving environment where children can learn about Jesus. I married my very handsome and strong husband, Brad, in August of 2009. We have three fun, energetic kids: Aniyah, Knox and Bear.

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary and Physical Education at Missouri Western State University (2006)

Hobbies/Interest: 

I really love spending time with my family. I love working out with my husband (CrossFit), watching my kids in their activities, spending as much time as possible outside and of course, the family movie/game nights with a ton of fun snacks.

I joined the Wellspring team in 2025. They were in need of some administrative organization and I had the work experience to fulfill that role. My primary duties include HR, overseeing finances, systems and communication. I serve to take on more of the administrative duties so that the pastors can focus on people. I am married to my wonderful husband of 11+ years and we have a sweet 5 year old son. 

Education:

Bachelor's Degree in Biblical Counseling | Baptist Bible College (2015)

Hobbies/Interests:

I am an avid reader and aspire to have my own library one day. I love all things psychology and counseling and enjoy using those gifts at the Care Center. 

I grew up in St. Joseph, and started attending Wellspring in 2019. That summer, Wellspring sent me to Iceland where I served as a missionary for 3 years. I returned to St. Joseph with my Icelandic husband, Elmar, in May 2023 for him to pursue a pastoral internship with Wellspring. I love being apart of the worship team here and using my gifts to serve. In December 2023, I gave birth to my first baby, Ester Dagný. I started working part-time with Wellspring in March 2024 and staying at home with my beautiful daughter. Elmar and I plan to move back to Iceland one day and, Lord willing, start a YoungLife ministry and a church. 

Education: 

Associates Degree in Intercultural Studies from Spurgeon College (2020)

Planning to pursue Christian Ministry BA from Spurgeon College

Hobbies:

My oven is always on and you will find me baking something in my free time. I also love going on walks, singing, reading, and relaxing with my family. I am also training to be a birth support doula.

I was born and raised in Saint Joseph and I started attending Wellspring in the fall of 2021.  I am currently involved in the summer internship here at Wellspring. I’m also a leader of Lafayette Young Life. I am excited to be a part of this team and capture and share how God is working in our church! 

Education: 

Currently pursuing an Associates Degree in Business Management at North Central Missouri College

Hobbies/Interests:

I love traveling and being outdoors! I enjoy spending time with my family, especially playing board games with them! I also have a passion for gardening and plants.