STAFF
CONGREGATIONAL PASTORS
Danny Schaffner
Lead Pastor
Favorite ministry quote:
When the world steps back, the church steps up. - Pastor Ricky Spindler
I look forward to: “Finding my place amongst the Plymouth Covenant team and contributing to God’s great mission together. ”
When the world steps back, the church steps up. - Pastor Ricky Spindler
I look forward to: “Finding my place amongst the Plymouth Covenant team and contributing to God’s great mission together. ”
Aaron Felty
Pastor of The Extension
Favorite book of the Bible:
Genesis—it all starts there
Favorite conversation starter: “Where are you from originally? I'm from the south side of Chicago! It always yields an ‘Aww, I love Chicago!’ ...except from those from Green Bay.”
Favorite conversation starter: “Where are you from originally? I'm from the south side of Chicago! It always yields an ‘Aww, I love Chicago!’ ...except from those from Green Bay.”
Dan Johnson
Pastor of the Connection
Favorite book of the Bible:
John
He looks forward to: “Traveling the world with my wife, Cindy; welcoming my kids home; pushing my grandchildren on the swing, and dining out with anyone”
He looks forward to: “Traveling the world with my wife, Cindy; welcoming my kids home; pushing my grandchildren on the swing, and dining out with anyone”
Chad Anderson
Executive Director of Operations
What is your favorite conversation starter?
"It used to be Cubs or White Sox, but now that I am in Minnesota it is "what is your favorite pizza or BBQ place in the area?"
What do you look forward to?
"Spending time with my family, engaging in worship, reading scripture, time with my small group, live music, and a good meal"
"It used to be Cubs or White Sox, but now that I am in Minnesota it is "what is your favorite pizza or BBQ place in the area?"
What do you look forward to?
"Spending time with my family, engaging in worship, reading scripture, time with my small group, live music, and a good meal"
ADULT MINISTRIES TEAM
Bob Leinberger
Pastor of Adult Ministry
Favorite book of the Bible:
1 Samuel
Favorite ministry quote: “We can accomplish almost anything if nobody cares who gets the credit.”
Favorite ministry quote: “We can accomplish almost anything if nobody cares who gets the credit.”
Randy Stensgard
Pastor of Men and Global Missions
Favorite book of the Bible:
James
Something he looks forward to: “Playing hockey, being on a boat, looking at the latest cars, and going to the auto auction. And I can't forget doing ‘underwater basket weaving.’”
Something he looks forward to: “Playing hockey, being on a boat, looking at the latest cars, and going to the auto auction. And I can't forget doing ‘underwater basket weaving.’”
Darlene Leinberger
Director of Women’s Ministry
Favorite book of the Bible:
John
Favorite conversation starter: “Dark, milk, or white? Who cares as long as it’s chocolate!”
Favorite conversation starter: “Dark, milk, or white? Who cares as long as it’s chocolate!”
Joe Lomando
Director of Young Adult Ministry
Favorite book of the Bible:
Romans
He looks forward to:
Fantasy football and watching all the Marvel Cinematic Universe movies over and over and over again
He looks forward to:
Fantasy football and watching all the Marvel Cinematic Universe movies over and over and over again
Sanjeev Bhonsle
Pastor of Multi Ethnic and Seniors Ministries
Favorite book of the Bible:
John
Something he looks forward to:
Reading, meeting new people, or going for walks
Something he looks forward to:
Reading, meeting new people, or going for walks
CREATIVE / PRODUCTION TEAM
Jossiel Diaz
The Extension Emissary and
Worship/Tech Director
Worship/Tech Director
Favorite book of the Bible:
Proverbs
He looks forward to: “Spending time with family.”
He looks forward to: “Spending time with family.”
THIS GEN TEAM
Sara Richards
Children's Pastor
Favorite Bible verses:
"Are you tired? Worn out? Burned out on religion? Come to me. Get away with me and you'll recover your life. I'll show you how to take a real rest. Walk with me and work with me—watch how I do it. Learn the unforced rhythms of grace. I won't lay anything heavy or ill-fitting on you. Keep company with me and you'll learn to live freely and lightly.” (Matthew 11:28-30 The Message)
Favorite Ministry Quote: “I am one in whom Christ dwells and delights. I live in the strong and unshakeable Kingdom of God. The Kingdom of God is not in trouble and neither am I.” -James Bryan Smith
Favorite Ministry Quote: “I am one in whom Christ dwells and delights. I live in the strong and unshakeable Kingdom of God. The Kingdom of God is not in trouble and neither am I.” -James Bryan Smith
Char Peterson
Associate Director of Kid's Ministry
Favorite book of the Bible:
Ruth
Favorite conversation starter: “How can I pray for you?”
Favorite conversation starter: “How can I pray for you?”
REACH TEAM
Charlene Williams
Director of Community Engagement
Favorite book of the Bible:
Philippians
She looks forward to:
“Spending time with our family and experiencing new things with my husband as we travel.”
Philippians
She looks forward to:
“Spending time with our family and experiencing new things with my husband as we travel.”
Laura Anderson
Director of Ministry Engagement
Favorite book of the Bible:
Proverbs
Favorite ministry quote: “God doesn’t call the equipped, He equips the called.”
Favorite ministry quote: “God doesn’t call the equipped, He equips the called.”
ADMINISTRATION
Betty Ouellette
Director of Office Administration
Favorite book of the Bible:
Acts
She looks forward to:
"1. Relaxing in my sun porch with a really good book. 2. Watching sports, whether it's my own grandkids or pro sports."
She looks forward to:
"1. Relaxing in my sun porch with a really good book. 2. Watching sports, whether it's my own grandkids or pro sports."
Kira Dimitrov
Director of Communications
Favorite book of the Bible:
The Epistles of Paul (it’s too hard to choose!)
She looks forward to: “Spending time with friends.”
She looks forward to: “Spending time with friends.”
Michelle Overlie
Administrative Assistant/Receptionist
Favorite book of the Bible:
Philippians
Favorite ministry quote: “When you're reasonably certain Jesus is asking you to do something—do it immediately! Procrastination is not your friend.”
Favorite ministry quote: “When you're reasonably certain Jesus is asking you to do something—do it immediately! Procrastination is not your friend.”
Kennedy Prescott
Children’s Ministry Administrative Assistant
Favorite book of the Bible:
Genesis
Favorite ministry quote: “You may be the only Jesus some people see.”
Favorite ministry quote: “You may be the only Jesus some people see.”
Beth Steinkopf
Controller
Favorite Ministry Quote:
“No one stands alone”.
Something I look forward to:
Watching my kids grow into their own person, spending time and traveling with my crazy, amazing husband, and seeing my loved ones in heaven
“No one stands alone”.
Something I look forward to:
Watching my kids grow into their own person, spending time and traveling with my crazy, amazing husband, and seeing my loved ones in heaven
Laurie Cross
Administrative Assistant for the Extension
Favorite book of the Bible:
Genesis
Favorite ministry quote: “You may be the only Jesus some people see.”
Favorite ministry quote: “You may be the only Jesus some people see.”
FACILITIES
Mitchell Palmer
Custodian
Things I look foward to:
Good food and family. When the two come together ITS PURE BLISS. Hanging out with friends .
Favorite Bible verse “Fear not, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by your name; you are Mine. When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and through the rivers, they shall not overflow you. When you walk through the fire, you shall not be burned, nor shall the flame scorch you.” Isaiah 43:1-2.
Favorite Bible verse “Fear not, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by your name; you are Mine. When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and through the rivers, they shall not overflow you. When you walk through the fire, you shall not be burned, nor shall the flame scorch you.” Isaiah 43:1-2.
Hannah Felty
Interim Student Ministry Worship Leader
Favorite Bible Verse:
Zephaniah 3:17
She looks forward to:
Praising God with more abandon, and learning how to cultivate an atmosphere of praise for others as well.
Zephaniah 3:17
She looks forward to:
Praising God with more abandon, and learning how to cultivate an atmosphere of praise for others as well.
INTERNSHIPS
Plymouth Covenant Church is offering a summer internship program from September 2021 till May 2022 (15 hours/week) that engages participants in a variety of ministry opportunities and learning environments that will help interns:
- Deepen their character
- Develop their competence
- Discover what they carry
- Discern their calling
- Deploy them in a healthy church