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Pastor Steve Brouwer

steve.rejoicec@hotmail.com

I was born and raised in western Michigan where I graduated from Hudsonville Public School years ago. Although I did work for D.H.I.A. and I was a summer camp counselor (CHR) and Jr. & Sr. High intern in churches, I did eventually become a graduate (BA) of Northwestern College in Orange City,IA and Fuller Theological Seminary (M. Div.) in Pasadena, CA. In Sacramento, I had the privilege of being a hospital chaplain (Sutter Memorial - CPE), as well as being on staff at a couple of churches over 7.5 years as a Youth Director (Christ Community Church) and Director of Congregational Life (Crossroads Community Church). About a decade ago, we moved back to the mid-west to serve a church as an Associate Pastor in Chicago, IL (First Reformed Church of South Holland). 3.5 years later we accepted the call to become the Founding Pastor of Rejoice! Community Church. My wife, Brenda, & I have been married almost 20 years. We have lived in Le Mars and been in mission with Rejoice! since March, 2000. We have three children, Emily, Olivia, Trevor and a dog named Sophie. I enjoy NASCAR, the NFL, the CUBS, reading, go on walks, biking, golfing, fishing, bus driving, and traveling with our family. Like my wife, I love being a part of a church that can multiply Christ’s body, as well as be a transforming agent in people's lives and have a major impact in transforming a community eternally!

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Johnny Stallings, Worship and Creative Arts Leader

rejoiceworship@gmail.com

I was born and raised in Merced, California. I graduated from Simpson College with BA's in History and Social Science and a minor in biblical studies. I have been married to my beautiful wife, Brandi, since November of 2006. We moved here last July so that Brandi could attend nursing school at St. Luke's. I started leading worship in college and haven't been able to stop since. Before coming to Iowa, I was the college / young adults worship leader at Central Presbyterian Church in Merced, California. I like music (listening, creating, playing), reading, making coffee, being outdoors, watching movies, and hanging out with my wife. I believe that God has great things in store for the worship here at Rejoice! Community Church and I am glad to be a part of it. I am always on the lookout for people with musical, technical, or creative abilities. If you are interested in helping with music, media, drama, atmosphere, or if you'd like to get to know me better please feel free to visit me or call me at the church office. My office hours are Tuesday and Wednesday 9am-4:30pm and Thursday 1pm-6pm.

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Sandi Bolton, Business Administrator

business.rejoicec@hotmail.com

I live in Le Mars and have been a part of Rejoice church for a couple of years. I officially joined in the fall of 2007. I have two daughters and sons-in-law, Dacia and Kevin Bates, Carissa and Matt Lewis, and two beautiful grandchildren, Kirsten and Draeden Lewis. My hobbies include sewing, reading, and having fun with my grandkids while they are young enough to still think I’m cool! I love my new job with Rejoice! I also work for Ecumenical Institute as the assistant to the executive director, doing very similar work as I do at Rejoice. I graduated from Western Iowa Tech in 2003 with a degree as Microcomputer Specialist. It is very fulfilling for me in my spiritual growth to be able to work with two non-profit groups helping others.

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Mary McQuillen, Office Administrator

rejoicec@hotmail.com

I grew up in Orange City and after high school graduation moved to Sioux City where I lived for approximately 18 years. I have always been active in church activities whether as a youth group leader, Sunday morning children's ministry, as a volunteer in multiple areas or singing on a praise team. My husband, Pat, and I have been married 19 years and have 2 children, Emma & Olivia. We moved to LeMars in 2001 and have been part of Rejoice! since 2005. It is exciting to be in the middle of all areas as the Office Administrator! I enjoy reading, coffee outings with friends, family time, weekends at Okoboji and singing with the praise team.

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Volunteer Staff / Ministry Leaders

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Pam Schneider, First Discoveries (Nursery) (Birth-2 years)

"I live in LeMars with my daughters, Holly & Jennifer, and have been an elementary teacher at Remsen-Union for 15 years. Working with kids of all ages is something I enjoy which shows through my being the nursery coordinator, teaching and coaching junior high volleyball. I love to read, when I have spare time !"

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Shawn Zwart, Exploration Station (Ages 3-Preschool / TK)

childrenmin.rejoicec@hotmail.com

I grew up in Orange City, IA. I graduated from Dordt College with a B.A. in elementary education and a special education endorsement. I taught kindergarten for five years in the Iowa City area and have been at home for the last 6 years with Trevor, Aubyn, and Kallie. My husband, Brad, is a physical therapist in Orange City. I love serving and working with kids and have a passion for kids to know who Jesus is and how much He loves them! My prayer is that every child who walks through our church doors will develop and grow in a relationship with Jesus!

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Pam Reeves and Lisa Scheitler, Treasure Isle (K-5th Grade)

Pam Reeves (Treasure Isle) "I've grown up under the teachings of Jesus since I was born, but I developed a passion for Him in my thirties. The same power that raised Christ form the dead dwells in me. I am earnestly trying to walk the walk He has for me. My hands are His hands by faither." Pam and her husband, Gene, reside in the LeMars area and she has been a Kindergarten teach at Clark Elementary for over 20 years. Lisa Scheitler (Treasure Isle) "I was raised unchurched. I knew of God & had a few childhood experiences of Sunday School and VBS at times.....It was in high school that I was watching TV one night and ended up watching the Billy Graham show all alone in my bedroom. I was 17, heard the message and decided I wanted Jesus in my life and accepted him into my life....It is my calling to help minister in an artful way to kids - God has placed this desire in my heart in a very big way. All of my artistic focus is on the Lord and what I can do to bring His word to kids in an artful, truthful & creative way." Lisa, along with her husband, Mark, and 2 sons, lives in LeMars and is an artist.

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Tim DeBoer, Jr. High

jrhigh.rejoicec@hotmail.com

I was born and raised on a farm in the Le Mars, Iowa area and was a member of the First Reformed Church in Ireton, Iowa from an early age. I attended Le Mars Community High School, Westmar College and Western Iowa Tech. I am currently the Sales Engineer for Vande Berg Scales in Sioux Center, Iowa where I design production equipment and facilities for the food industry throughout the United States. I have four children and seven grandchildren scattered around the midwest. My hobbies include: photography, working out at the gym and traveling. Working with junior high age kids is a challenging very rewarding experience.

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Kevin DeBoer, Sr. High

srhigh.rejoicec@hotmail.com

Info Coming Soon

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Adult Ministry

adultmin.rejoicec@hotmail.com