After graduation, she was head womens swim coach at TCU for several years. book is the Bible (Romans in particular). He initially joined the Grace team in 2012 as the Teaching Pastor and Pastor of Young Adults, and has served in other roles including leading Adult Ministries and Small Groups. John has worked as a high school teacher from 1996 to 2000 in the Houston public school system and in the local public school system from 2000 to 2012. She has been happily married to her husband, Brandon, since 2003 and they have four children: Kate, Kennedy, Addison, and Drake. Ruby and her husband, Luis, have two children, one of which currently attends Grace. Chris and his wife, Lacey, moved to Tyler in 2006 from Missouri to attend TJC and UT Tyler. Email Sarah Sarah Smith CHILDREN'S MINISTRY COORDINATOR We believe baptism is a person's way of publicly declaring their intent to follow Jesus- and that life change deserves great celebration! She received her bachelors degree from Stephen F. Austin State University and her masters degree in Teaching from The University of Texas at Tyler. Heather and Devon live in Memphis where she is completing her social work masters to go into therapy and her husband is in medical school. Aaron Youngman. Strike up a conversation. Just mention:The Legend of Zelda video game series, Agatha Christies Hercule Poirot series, or co-op board games! Strike up a conversation. The Spanish version is also available. Brenda loves digging in the dirt, reading, and spoiling her six grandchildren. She also continued her education and obtained her Masters of Education in Teaching and Learning from ACU. There are 13 of us who are now (02/26) on our way to the Children's Haven International home in Reynosa, Mexico, where we are participating in GCC's 23rd Annual Amigo Trip in support of the ministry. He previously served as the director of student life in the high school from 2021-2018, director of college guidance from 2007-2018, and a high school physics instructor from 2004-2007. Except for two brief stints, Julie Aldredge has been a dedicated Tyler resident since the age of 12. Mitzi Britt is joining the Grace Community School team wearing many hats. Tuesday Night Bible Studies: 7:00 pm. Miranda, her oldest daughter, a Marine, is stationed in Virginia as a parachute folding instructor. Soft-spoken, but she is never afraid to be straight-forward and authentic. Luke Wisehart. The Tauschers moved from Andover, KS to Tyler in 2011. Amber has been at Grace Community School since 2007 and currently serves as the elementary assistant principal. Coach Spitzer joined the GCS baseball staff in 2008. He and his wife, Sharyn, have two boys who attend Grace University, Connor and Cade. Welcome to Grace Community Church! Stacey began teaching in 2001 after graduating with a bachelors degree in Elementary Education and a minor in Bible-Theology from Mid-America Christian University. He previously has worked as an assistant college coach at Meridian Community College in Mississippi (2001-2002), at Tyler Junior College in Texas (2002-2008). Joseph received his bachelors degree in Social Studies and masters degree in Education Administration from Harding University, and his Educational Specialist degree from Union University. Kathy earned her bachelors degree in Elementary and Special Education from the University of Texas at Tyler. Tonya and her husband, David, have three children, including a Texas Tech University graduate and two daughters who attend. She has an extensive background in education and has taught almost every grade level from kindergarten to high school. She also loves to bake and cook! Jerod and his family love their small group at Grace and having the opportunity to regularly meet new people at the church. Jill joined the Grace Early Education team in 2011 and has been working in the early education field for more than 30 years. Shelly received her Bachelors Degree in Business Administration from the University of Texas at Tyler and brings over 25 years of experience. Wes joined Grace Community School in 2021. Christy and her family are very active at Bethel Bible Church, where she loves volunteering in the preschool and. Mike grew up in Edmond and Houston, then graduated with a B.A. It houses our office, classroom, sanctuary area, and a caf space. Melissa was honored to serve as Chaplain her Sophomore year of Apache Belles. Brennan is a 2012 graduate of Grace Community School and earned his bachelors degree in mechanical engineering from the United States Air Force Academy. The following are some reflections about w Jason has been the middle school/high school orchestra director since 2010, the middle school/high school band director since 2014, and the middle school/high school cross country coach since 2013. Born in Texas, raised in both Texas and Utah, Melanie's family made the final move to Utah when she was 11. She enjoys family trips, camping, and OU games. Im passionate to see Gods people rise to their fullest potential as his beloved children growing in the character of Christ and using their God-given gifts to serve and bless others. If God has put a call on your life for professional ministry, join us in our mission to reach our local and global communities for Jesus. She received her Masters in Business Administration from the University of Texas at Tyler and a second Masters in Educational Leadership from the University of North Texas. Except for two brief stints, Julie Aldredge has been a dedicated Tyler resident since the age of 12. She earned a bachelors degree in biomedical science from Texas A&M University and a masters degree in STEM Leadership from The American College of Education. Jill has been married to Doug for 26 years (they met at Virginia Tech), and together have 3 children. Part of that process currently is in repurposing some of our spaces for community partners looking for a mutually beneficial relationship. Sarah and her husband of 34 years, Kevin, have three adult children and are both active members of Grace Community Church. Tara has worked as an elementary teacher in a Christian school setting since 2010. Her favorite place is the beach or anywhere hot she is powered by the sun. She enjoys spending time with family and friends outdoors, traveling, andgardening. Kelley has worked in the field of education for 31 years, serving as a professional school counselor in both public and private Christian schools for the past 16 years. Kameron received her bachelors degree from Texas A&M University and her ESL certificate from EBC Servicios Lingsticos in Madrid, Spain. Chelsea is a 2005 Graduate of Grace where she placed at State-level speech and debate competitions and was the 2005 TAPPS Fine Arts Student of the Year. Children age 5 through 5th grade are encouraged to join us and. Melanie Instefjord joined Grace Community Bible Church in 2007 as Office Administrator after being a member and ministry volunteer at Grace since the mid-1990s.. Background. Prior to Grace, she stayed at home with her girls. Tania has taught elementary Spanish at Grace Community School since 2021. Strike up a conversation. Strike up a conversation. Since then, Phyllissa spent five years as a private learning coach, tutoring elementary to college level students while completing her bachelor of applied arts and science degree at the University of Texas at Tyler. Tammy has been a part of the upper campus Academic Success Center since 2021 and has been a long time Grace mom for more than 24 years. If you think you can beat me in Catan, Halee and I would love to have you over for dinner and board games. They both attend church at Grace Community Church on the University Boulevard campus. Church Administrator Kendall Easterday. She and her husband, McKinley, are both teachers descending from a family of teachers. Tandy serves as the assistant principal of the high school and joined Grace in 2019. A graduate of the University of Oklahoma and Dallas Theological Seminary, Mr. McLennan loves engaging in deep and personal conversations about Christianity. (Ephesians 4:11; Titus 1:5), 2. He has been with GCS since 2010 as a physics teacher, track and football coach. Rick has traveled nationally and locally for several years, leading churches, camps, ministries, and others in worship. We believe the teaching ministry of Grace Community Church should be. Grace Community Church 19214 E. 91st St Broken Arrow, OK 74012. Carol has been teaching since 1986. Mike's conversion from agnostic to Christ-follower while at OU changed the course of his life and career. Ron and his family have greatly enjoyed living in various countries around the world, while learning and appreciating the various cultures, languages, religions, and people groups. He also serves as the TAPPS state music chair. He also holds a USSF A license and an NSCAA Premier Diploma. Development Operations & Stewardship Coordinator, Jacquelyn joined Grace Community School in the Spring of 2020 as Advancement Administrative Assistant. They have 5 children and 1 grandchild. Kendall has received his bachelors degree from the University of Texas at Tyler. Amy returned to teaching in 2014 after staying home for several years with her three children. Grace Director evelyn.tonn@gracesarasota.com Madi Pedro Preschool Pastor + Family Ministry Kids Coordinator madi@gracesarasota.com Elizabeth Ramey Preschool Pastor elizabeth@gracesarasota.com Kristen Klein Special Needs Leader kristen.klein@gracesarasota.com. Jody attends Grace High School and Justin graduated from GCS in 2012. Julie has roots in Minnesota where most of her family resides and recently moved to Maryland in 2021 with her husband Patrick. She has since earned her Masters in Education from UT Tyler in Curriculum and Instruction, specializing in Biology. Phone: 775-747-9000. They have three children: Brinton, Lucy, and Macy, who attend Grace Community School. Tim loves learning and enjoys playing music, games, and movies. He and his wife, Clarissa, have been blessed with 3 beautiful girls, Gracie, Millie, and Allie and are expecting . He recently graduated from Oklahoma Wesleyan University with a Bachelor of Arts in Biblical and Theological Studies, and a minor in Intercultural Ministry. Derek is recently engaged to Geva Phillips (Howard County native). He has been selected District Coach of the Year 10 times, led 4 teams to the TAPPS Final Four, and was awarded the Edd Burleson Leadership Award in 2017. Melissa received a bachelors in Art from the University of Alaska Fairbanks, and a secondary teaching certificate from Judson University in Elgin, Illinois. Theyve been married for 23 years and have two wonderful children Madison and Hudson. Kathy is proud to help her husband Jeff, also a Grace teacher, with all of the responsibilities of the GCS Drum Line. Christine serves as the Worship and Creative Arts Director at Grace. She attended Union Middle School and graduated from Hillcrest High School. Grace Community Church, Tucson, Arizona, Ministry Staff. She and her husband Joe. Meanwhile, she was also involved with campus ministry and spent the summers of her underclassmen years on mission trips. During her time at home, she was the Childrens Ministry Coordinator at Living Acts Church in Tyler,, B.A. She always looks forward to studying the Word with others! She received her bachelors degree in information technology and marketing from Baylor University. Daniels passion is to see teens transformed and know Jesus and live a life that follows His example. Simultaneously, she worked part-time as a trainer at a. He served at Grace from 2004-2008 as the high school Spanish teacher and boys and girls head soccer coach. Brittney has taught kindergarten at Grace University since 2021. He has taught them to love Jesus and football, in that order, which he considers his gift to future sons-in-law, Lord willing. Angie and her husband,. Jennifer has served as the elementary administrative assistant since 2015. in Criminal Justice. She graduated from Grace Community School in 2014 and earned her bachelors degree in elementary education from Abilene Christian University. His coaching highlights include: 2013- 5th place at USAV National Volleyball Championships (15s),2014- 5th place at AAU National Volleyball Championships (16s),2015- 5th place at AAU National Volleyball Championships (17s),2016- 14th place at USAV National Volleyball Championships (18s). Brittney has taught kindergarten at Grace University since 2021. in Management from UT Tyler. John and his wife, Sherri, have a large blended family with eight children and one granddaughter. Nursery Staff Purpose: To provide dependable, safe, secure, and nurturing care to the children while at our church, ages 0-5 years in a clean environment that enables them to grow. Lisa graduated from Chapel Hill High School and went to Oklahoma Wesleyan University, earning a Bachelor of Science in Behavioral Science. We believe in a Pastor led and staff driven churchthat equips the body to find their gifts and callings. Thomas is a DC native who serves as the Mens Ministry and Young Adult Pastor. Coach Johnston and his wife, Miranda, have two sons, Hudson and Knox, and a dog, Dixie. After working as a U.S. Border Patrol Agent and later a U.S. Federal Air Marshal, Coach Wells returned to Tyler and married his high school sweetheart. He served at Grace from 2004-2008 as the high school Spanish teacher and boys and girls head soccer coach. Amber and her family are members of Flint Baptist Church and enjoy playing golf together and serving others. Copyright 2023 Grace Community Church. Before becoming the elementary principal, she was the elementary assistant principal and a junior kindergarten, kindergarten, and first grade teacher. Jacquelyn received her bachelors degree in Marketing from Texas A&M. Copyright 2023 Grace Community Church. He and his wife Sarah have 5 beautiful kids (the bigs and the littles). in Political Science from Texas A&M University. She has over 20 years of teaching in the classroom, homeschooling her children, and tutoring. 4040 Tully Rd. Her experience includes preschool music and curriculum writing, admissions director, pre-kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 6th, 7th, 8th, and junior/senior girls Bible.