Our Ministry Teams
Explore the teams that make our ministry thrive — each one playing a unique part in serving and growing together.
Serving Together
Behind every part of Within His Heart Ministries are dedicated teams of women who pour into others with wisdom, prayer, and encouragement. Each team plays a vital role in guiding, mentoring, and equipping others to grow, creating a supportive community where kingdom living becomes a reality.
Teaching →
Health →
Worship →
Prayer →
Leaders →
Meet the Faithful Hearts Team
-
Erin Thomas
Faithful Hearts Director
Erin Thomas’s passion is to encourage women through hope, knowledge, and encouragement rooted in God’s Word. She is a devoted wife, mother of two sons, and a special education teacher who loves serving others through faith and compassion.
For over 30 years, Erin has faithfully served in children’s ministry, planting seeds of God’s love and wisdom into the lives of children and families. She desires to walk humbly with the Lord while relying on prayer and the guidance of Holy Spirit.
Erin’s journey with Christ began in Italy in 1999, where she gave her life to the Lord and was baptized in the mountain waters of Santissima. Through both joyful and difficult seasons, her faith has continued to grow deeper and stronger.
Erin treasures spending time with her family, whether hiking, camping, enjoying movie nights, or playing games together. Through caregiving and raising a son with special needs, she has witnessed God’s faithfulness, strength, and sustaining grace firsthand, and continues to share Christ’s love with humility, encouragement, and unwavering faith.
-
Shelley Dill
Faithful Hearts
Shelley came to faith in 2016 and has wholeheartedly devoted her life to Christ. Passionate about writing and worship music, she often shares her testimonies online to encourage and edify other women in their walks with God. In 2019, she was blessed to minister to women at the faith-based recovery meeting Set Free, witnessing God’s powerful transformation in their lives. A stay-at-home mother of three, Shelley treasures time with her family—especially cuddling on the couch for movies—and enjoys catching up on her favorite sitcoms.
-
Sherri Stender
Faithful Hearts l Marriage Ministries Director
Sherri loves to connect with other women and build relationships. She believes that God is using her story of transformation to bring Hope and healing to those than feel broken or lost. Romans 8:28 says… “and we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love Him who have been called according to His purpose.” She is passionate to see others live out their identity in Christ and walk in freedom. Her background includes facilitating and mentoring a 12 step program that helps others find healing and discover a New Life in Christ. Currently, she serves alongside convoy of hope as a lead volunteer for disaster services, enjoys mission trips, and serves in her local church with the welcome team.
Meet the Health Team
-
Michelle McAndrews
Health | Healing From Addictions
Since committing her life to the Lord in 2010, Michelle has been devoted to strengthening the body of Christ: spiritually, physically, and emotionally, through prayer, Scripture, wholesome God-made foods, and intentional and consistent exercise. Combining lived experience in addiction recovery with international accreditation and certification as a nutrition and fitness coach, she brings compassionate, faith-centered wisdom and evidence-informed nutrition and movement principles to help others find lasting freedom, renewed vitality, and clear purpose.
-
Renee Crizer, PhD, FNP-BC, BSN, RN
Health
Rooted in a deep faith in God that guides every aspect of her life and practice, Renee has always felt called to care for those who are suffering. Her journey in healthcare began early as she cared for her father through brain cancer and supported other family members during illness. These experiences shaped her compassion and led her to pursue nursing, earning her RN, then her PhD, and later a Certificate of Advanced Graduate Studies as a Family Nurse Practitioner.
While her faith remains her highest priority, Renee also pursues a strong calling to teach. She is dedicated to educating nursing students and helping them integrate empathy, humanity, and purpose into their practice…just as her faith inspires her to do each day.
-
Amber Mendenhall
Health
Amber is a proud mom and daughter who loves Jesus and is passionate about holistic health and healing—mind, body, and spirit. By God’s grace, she has been free from drugs and alcohol for eight years and has experienced a powerful personal transformation, including losing over 100 pounds through faith, discipline, and a love for movement. Today, she is committed to living with purpose, encouraging others, and growing in faith and wellness. She believes deeply in second chances, inner healing, and the life-changing power found in Christ Jesus.
-
Catherine Miller
Health | Art for Therapy l Mentor of Mentors
Meet the Healing from Addictions Team
-
Chelsea Monk
Healing From Addictions Director | Newsletter Coordinator
Chelsea is a devoted mother and follower of Jesus who has walked through addiction, homelessness, and abuse—and emerged refined, restored, and redeemed. Her life, shaped by grace and resilience, now serves as a beacon of hope for others seeking healing and purpose beyond pain. As a leader in homeless ministry, she helps women uncover their true identity in Christ, guiding them to exchange the world’s labels for the freedom of His love.
-
Jessica Curran
Healing from Addictions | Freedom Ministries
Jessica lives with a passionate desire to serve and honor God in every area of her life, longing to one day hear the words, “Well done, good and faithful servant.” After surrendering her life to Jesus in 2017, she stepped into a deep calling to help women walk in freedom, purpose, and truth.
She serves on the Prayer Team at The Rock Church and as an intercessor with Freedom for Life, joyfully partnering with God through prayer and witnessing lives transformed by His power. Jessica’s heart is to make disciples who make disciples and to see women fully alive in their identity in Christ. She believes deeply in the power of prayer and the freedom found in Jesus.
-
Michelle McAndrews
Health | Healing From Addictions
Since committing her life to the Lord in 2010, Michelle has been devoted to strengthening the body of Christ: spiritually, physically, and emotionally, through prayer, Scripture, wholesome God-made foods, and intentional and consistent exercise. Combining lived experience in addiction recovery with international accreditation and certification as a nutrition and fitness coach, she brings compassionate, faith-centered wisdom and evidence-informed nutrition and movement principles to help others find lasting freedom, renewed vitality, and clear purpose.
Meet the Freedom Ministries Team
-
Maureen Gerard-Bennett, PhD
Freedom Ministries Director | Mentoring 1 on 1 Director
Maureen is a retired professor, researcher, and speaker in early childhood. Her doctorate in education and the neuroscience of infant and toddler brain development lead her into the field of trauma informed care. She is a certified TBRI practitioner from the Karyn Purvis Institute of Child Development at Texas Christian University. Maureen works to help others to understand the deep impact of trauma, abuse and loss on behavior, and to find hope and healing in Jesus. Maureen is a committed intercessor at the Rock Church where she leads the Freedom for Life Ministry and guides mentors in Mentoring 1 on 1. God has involved Maureen and her husband, David, in working alongside others in ministries that lead to recovery and freedom through a daily surrender to Christ. Maureen’s heart is in seeing women freed for life to become all that God has purposed for them.
-
Gina Hielckert
Mentoring 1 on 1 | Freedom Ministries | Singles Ministry Director
is deeply rooted in her faith and passionate about helping women experience healing, hope, and restoration through Christ. After rededicating her life to Jesus in 2020, her calling to ministry grew with renewed purpose. She is currently pursuing a degree in behavioral health counseling at GCU, with a heart for supporting those affected by addiction and promoting mental health awareness. She serves through homeless outreach, one-on-one mentoring, and the Freedom for Life ministry at The Rock Church, walking alongside others with compassion and grace. Through Within His Heart Ministry, her desire is to create a safe space where women can heal, grow in faith, and step confidently into the life God has called them to live.
-
Jessica Curran
Healing from Addictions | Freedom Ministries
Jessica lives with a passionate desire to serve and honor God in every area of her life, longing to one day hear the words, “Well done, good and faithful servant.” After surrendering her life to Jesus in 2017, she stepped into a deep calling to help women walk in freedom, purpose, and truth.
She serves on the Prayer Team at The Rock Church and as an intercessor with Freedom for Life, joyfully partnering with God through prayer and witnessing lives transformed by His power. Jessica’s heart is to make disciples who make disciples and to see women fully alive in their identity in Christ. She believes deeply in the power of prayer and the freedom found in Jesus.
-
Chastity Carroll
Freedom Ministries l Singles Ministry
Chastity Carroll has a heart for serving others and is passionate about helping people grow in their faith and purpose. As a mentor to young adults, she enjoys encouraging and guiding others as they navigate life's challenges and discover their God-given potential.
She is especially passionate about empowering women to embrace their identity in Christ and walk confidently in their calling. Through her experience in homeless ministry, Chastity has shared compassion, hope, and practical support with those in need.
Rooted in God's Word, Chastity is committed to serving others with love, humility, and grace while helping them grow in their relationship with Christ.
-
Alayna Deater
Freedom Ministries l Media l Vlog Director l Freedom Ministries
Alayna is a devoted wife, mother, and follower of Christ who has loved and served the Lord since accepting Him as her Savior at the age of six. She is passionate about sharing God's truth and encouraging others to grow in their faith through a Christ-centered approach to mind, body, and spirit.
As her relationship with the Lord has grown stronger over the years, so has her desire to serve others and make a difference in her community. Alayna is committed to living with purpose, following Christ wholeheartedly, and helping others experience His love and truth.
When she is not serving in ministry, Alayna enjoys spending time with her family, volunteering at her local church, and enjoying God's creation through outdoor activities.
-
Marsha Eades
Description goes here
Meet the Mentoring 1:1 Team
-
Maureen Gerard-Bennett, PhD
Freedom Ministries Director | Mentoring 1 on 1 Director
Maureen is a retired professor, researcher, and speaker in early childhood. Her doctorate in education and the neuroscience of infant and toddler brain development lead her into the field of trauma informed care. She is a certified TBRI practitioner from the Karyn Purvis Institute of Child Development at Texas Christian University. Maureen works to help others to understand the deep impact of trauma, abuse and loss on behavior, and to find hope and healing in Jesus. Maureen is a committed intercessor at the Rock Church where she leads the Freedom for Life Ministry and guides mentors in Mentoring 1 on 1. God has involved Maureen and her husband, David, in working alongside others in ministries that lead to recovery and freedom through a daily surrender to Christ. Maureen’s heart is in seeing women freed for life to become all that God has purposed for them.
-
Gina Hielckert
Mentoring 1 on 1 | Freedom Ministries | Singles Ministry Director
is deeply rooted in her faith and passionate about helping women experience healing, hope, and restoration through Christ. After rededicating her life to Jesus in 2020, her calling to ministry grew with renewed purpose. She is currently pursuing a degree in behavioral health counseling at GCU, with a heart for supporting those affected by addiction and promoting mental health awareness. She serves through homeless outreach, one-on-one mentoring, and the Freedom for Life ministry at The Rock Church, walking alongside others with compassion and grace. Through Within His Heart Ministry, her desire is to create a safe space where women can heal, grow in faith, and step confidently into the life God has called them to live.
-
Jessica Curran
Mentoring 1 on 1 l Healing from Addictions | Freedom Ministries
Jessica lives with a passionate desire to serve and honor God in every area of her life, longing to one day hear the words, “Well done, good and faithful servant.” After surrendering her life to Jesus in 2017, she stepped into a deep calling to help women walk in freedom, purpose, and truth.
She serves on the Prayer Team at The Rock Church and as an intercessor with Freedom for Life, joyfully partnering with God through prayer and witnessing lives transformed by His power. Jessica’s heart is to make disciples who make disciples and to see women fully alive in their identity in Christ. She believes deeply in the power of prayer and the freedom found in Jesus.
-
Chastity Carroll
Mentoring 1 on 1 l Freedom Ministries l Singles Ministry
Chastity Carroll has a heart for serving others and is passionate about helping people grow in their faith and purpose. As a mentor to young adults, she enjoys encouraging and guiding others as they navigate life's challenges and discover their God-given potential.
She is especially passionate about empowering women to embrace their identity in Christ and walk confidently in their calling. Through her experience in homeless ministry, Chastity has shared compassion, hope, and practical support with those in need.
Rooted in God's Word, Chastity is committed to serving others with love, humility, and grace while helping them grow in their relationship with Christ.
-
Alayna Deater
Mentoring 1 0n 1 l Vlog Director l Media l Freedom Ministries
Alayna is a devoted wife, mother, and follower of Christ who has loved and served the Lord since accepting Him as her Savior at the age of six. She is passionate about sharing God's truth and encouraging others to grow in their faith through a Christ-centered approach to mind, body, and spirit.
As her relationship with the Lord has grown stronger over the years, so has her desire to serve others and make a difference in her community. Alayna is committed to living with purpose, following Christ wholeheartedly, and helping others experience His love and truth.
When she is not serving in ministry, Alayna enjoys spending time with her family, volunteering at her local church, and enjoying God's creation through outdoor activities.
-
Marsha Eades
Description goes here
Meet the New Believers Class Team
-
Allie Eppinette
New Believers Class Director | Outreach
Allie encountered Christ unexpectedly as a college student in 2018, experiencing a miraculous transformation that set her free from addiction, depression, and darkness. Since then, she has served on various ministry teams and recently became a mother, passionately sharing the hope and freedom she found in Jesus. Her heart is for evangelism, apologetics, and seeing lives transformed, and she enjoys spending time with her husband and daughter, metalworking, exploring history, and marveling at God’s creation through her telescope.
Meet the Desert Bible Institute (DBI) Team
-
Shemalya King
Desert Bible Institute (DBI) Director
Shemalya loves the opportunity to teach because it allows her to help people transition from one place to another. She says it's the joy of a teacher to see "the light turned on" in a mind, and teaching truth to enable accurate transition is the goal! Shemalya is happy doing what God has called her to do, whether that's being a teaching pastor, a director, a mother, or simply loving people! Shemalya and her family have a fun tradition every Friday: Family Night. On family nights, they play games, watch movies, talk, and all sleep in the living room!
Meet the Art for Therapy Team
-
Megan Schmidlkofer
Art for Therapy | Hospitality & Fellowship | Events
Megan has always been drawn to creativity and has explored many forms of art throughout her life, including painting, glassblowing, and interior decorating. While art is her passion, it has also been a source of healing, peace, and restoration through God's faithfulness.
Throughout seasons of grief, infertility, miscarriage, adoption, parenting, and overcoming life's challenges, God has graciously used art to bring healing and renewal to her heart. Through each experience, she has witnessed His ability to restore what is broken and bring beauty from difficult circumstances.
Megan's passion is to help women invite God into their healing journey through creative expression. Her desire is to create a safe and encouraging space where women can experience inner healing, freedom, and restoration while growing closer to the Lord and discovering how He can use their stories to impact others.
Meet the Hospitality & Fellowship Team
-
Megan Schmidlkofer
Art for Therapy | Hospitality & Fellowship | Events
Megan has always been drawn to creativity and has explored many forms of art throughout her life, including painting, glassblowing, and interior decorating. While art is her passion, it has also been a source of healing, peace, and restoration through God's faithfulness.
Throughout seasons of grief, infertility, miscarriage, adoption, parenting, and overcoming life's challenges, God has graciously used art to bring healing and renewal to her heart. Through each experience, she has witnessed His ability to restore what is broken and bring beauty from difficult circumstances.
Megan's passion is to help women invite God into their healing journey through creative expression. Her desire is to create a safe and encouraging space where women can experience inner healing, freedom, and restoration while growing closer to the Lord and discovering how He can use their stories to impact others.
Meet the Worship Team
-
Tiphani Croushorn
Worship Team Director
Tiphani is a devoted mother of three and passionate worship leader whose life is anchored in wholehearted obedience to God. With a deep conviction drawn from 1 Samuel 15—that to obey the Lord is better than sacrifice—she pours her energy into serving God and others through authentic worship and relational discipleship. Her heart burns to see believers first discover and rest in their true identity in Christ, freeing them to live as beloved sons and daughters rather than striving performers.
Through her experience in worship through music, Tiphani’s heart is to disciple worship leaders and everyday believers alike, guiding them across the bridge from old covenant into the fullness of the new covenant by following The Way of Jesus. She equips them to share the gospel naturally within their own spheres of influence, blending Spirit-led worship with practical discipleship that transforms the everyday places of life. Her work is marked by joy, clarity, and a relentless focus on intimacy with God that overflows into effective Kingdom impact. -
Mia Crizer
Worship | Teen Bible Study
Mia is a passionate worship leader whose heart for God has burned brightly since childhood—and continues to grow with every season. She longs to know the heights, depths, and mysteries of His heart, and to help others experience the same transforming love. With a spirit eager to serve, she pours into those around her and looks forward to every way God will use her to glorify His name.
Meet the Prayer Team
-
Joyce Amodeo
Admin Director | Prayer | Art for Therapy
Joyce is a devoted wife and mother of five whose journey of faith began later in life when she encountered the transforming love of Christ. Married to a retired Air Force veteran, she has called Sahuarita home since 2007, with a cherished season living in Korea from 2012 to 2015. Having served in choir, led Bible studies, and worked with children, her heart is to unite, encourage, and pray with women—sharing the same hope and compassion she’s found in Jesus. She also serves in homeless ministry, extending Christ’s love to those in need.
-
Melany Messinger
Prayer | Mentor of Mentors
Placeholder Bio
Meet the Singles Ministry Team
-
Gina Hielckert
Mentoring 1 on 1 | Freedom Ministries | Singles Ministry Director
is deeply rooted in her faith and passionate about helping women experience healing, hope, and restoration through Christ. After rededicating her life to Jesus in 2020, her calling to ministry grew with renewed purpose. She is currently pursuing a degree in behavioral health counseling at GCU, with a heart for supporting those affected by addiction and promoting mental health awareness. She serves through homeless outreach, one-on-one mentoring, and the Freedom for Life ministry at The Rock Church, walking alongside others with compassion and grace. Through Within His Heart Ministry, her desire is to create a safe space where women can heal, grow in faith, and step confidently into the life God has called them to live.
-
Chastity Carroll
Singles Ministry l Freedom Ministries
Chastity Carroll has a heart for serving others and is passionate about helping people grow in their faith and purpose. As a mentor to young adults, she enjoys encouraging and guiding others as they navigate life's challenges and discover their God-given potential.
She is especially passionate about empowering women to embrace their identity in Christ and walk confidently in their calling. Through her experience in homeless ministry, Chastity has shared compassion, hope, and practical support with those in need.
Rooted in God's Word, Chastity is committed to serving others with love, humility, and grace while helping them grow in their relationship with Christ.
Meet the Compassionate Hearts Team
-
Jennifer Scoville
Compassionate Hearts
Meet the Blended by Grace Team
-
Jennifer Scoville
Blended by Grace
Meet the Marriage Ministries Team
-
Sherri Stender
Marriage Ministries Director l Faithful Hearts
Sherri loves to connect with other women and build relationships. She believes that God is using her story of transformation to bring Hope and healing to those than feel broken or lost. Romans 8:28 says… “and we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love Him who have been called according to His purpose.” She is passionate to see others live out their identity in Christ and walk in freedom. Her background includes facilitating and mentoring a 12 step program that helps others find healing and discover a New Life in Christ. Currently, she serves alongside convoy of hope as a lead volunteer for disaster services, enjoys mission trips, and serves in her local church with the welcome team.
Meet the Teen Bible Study Team
-
Mia Crizer
Worship | Teen Bible Study Co-Lead
Mia is a passionate worship leader whose heart for God has burned brightly since childhood—and continues to grow with every season. She longs to know the heights, depths, and mysteries of His heart, and to help others experience the same transforming love. With a spirit eager to serve, she pours into those around her and looks forward to every way God will use her to glorify His name.
Meet the Events Team
-
Suzanne Robinson
Events Director | Admin
Suzy has a deep passion for the Lord and a heart to walk closely with Him. After growing up in church and later spending years away from her faith, God lovingly called her back and captured her heart with His plans for her life. Since then, Suzy has been devoted to growing in her relationship with Christ and encouraging others in their own journeys of faith. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with family, reading, organizing, and planning or going on trips.
-
Brittany Sierra
Events l Outreach
Brittany Sierra encountered Jesus at 21, a moment that transformed her life forever. What began as a small seed of faith grew into a deep, daily friendship with God. Through His love, she learned compassion, gentleness, and how to honor her emotions without being led by them. Brittany’s life now reflects the grace, patience, and forgiveness that Jesus showed her, and her passion is to share that same love with others. She believes that “love covers a multitude of sins”—including her own—and delights in helping others discover that nothing can separate them from the love of God. Romans 8:38–39
-
Megan Schmidlkofer
Art for Therapy | Hospitality & Fellowship | Events
Megan has always been drawn to creativity and has explored many forms of art throughout her life, including painting, glassblowing, and interior decorating. While art is her passion, it has also been a source of healing, peace, and restoration through God's faithfulness.
Throughout seasons of grief, infertility, miscarriage, adoption, parenting, and overcoming life's challenges, God has graciously used art to bring healing and renewal to her heart. Through each experience, she has witnessed His ability to restore what is broken and bring beauty from difficult circumstances.
Megan's passion is to help women invite God into their healing journey through creative expression. Her desire is to create a safe and encouraging space where women can experience inner healing, freedom, and restoration while growing closer to the Lord and discovering how He can use their stories to impact others.
Meet the Production Team
-
Ali Olof
Media Director
Ali has always had a deep passion for creativity, finding joy in expressing and sharing her love for the Lord through visual art. Blessed with a career in marketing, she uses her skills to serve the church body, blending her expertise with her heart for ministry. In her spare time, you’ll often find Ali enjoying moments with her son, designing with a tasty coffee in hand, or chatting with her husband about their latest favorite TV shows.
-
Crystal Holroyd
Admin | Blog Director
Crystal has been called to minister to and guide women toward a deeper relationship with Jesus. Since 2012, she has faithfully pursued this calling, walking in the leading of the Holy Spirit to pray, prophesy, and reveal the immeasurable love of our Heavenly Father. Crystal enjoys cherishing time with her husband, four daughters, and two grandchildren, carrying the same love and devotion into her family life.
-
Alayna Deater
Media l Vlog Director l Freedom Ministries
Alayna is a devoted wife, mother, and follower of Christ who has loved and served the Lord since accepting Him as her Savior at the age of six. She is passionate about sharing God's truth and encouraging others to grow in their faith through a Christ-centered approach to mind, body, and spirit.
As her relationship with the Lord has grown stronger over the years, so has her desire to serve others and make a difference in her community. Alayna is committed to living with purpose, following Christ wholeheartedly, and helping others experience His love and truth.
When she is not serving in ministry, Alayna enjoys spending time with her family, volunteering at her local church, and enjoying God's creation through outdoor activities.
-
Chelsea Monk
Newsletter Coordinator l Healing From Addictions Director
Chelsea is a devoted mother and follower of Jesus who has walked through addiction, homelessness, and abuse—and emerged refined, restored, and redeemed. Her life, shaped by grace and resilience, now serves as a beacon of hope for others seeking healing and purpose beyond pain. As a leader in homeless ministry, she helps women uncover their true identity in Christ, guiding them to exchange the world’s labels for the freedom of His love.
Meet the Admin Team
-
Joyce Amodeo
Admin Director | Prayer | Art for Therapy
Joyce is a devoted wife and mother of five whose journey of faith began later in life when she encountered the transforming love of Christ. Married to a retired Air Force veteran, she has called Sahuarita home since 2007, with a cherished season living in Korea from 2012 to 2015. Having served in choir, led Bible studies, and worked with children, her heart is to unite, encourage, and pray with women—sharing the same hope and compassion she’s found in Jesus. She also serves in homeless ministry, extending Christ’s love to those in need.
-
Suzanne Robinson
Events Director | Admin l Secretary
Suzy has a deep passion for the Lord and a heart to walk closely with Him. After growing up in church and later spending years away from her faith, God lovingly called her back and captured her heart with His plans for her life. Since then, Suzy has been devoted to growing in her relationship with Christ and encouraging others in their own journeys of faith. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with family, reading, organizing, and planning or going on trips.
-
Crystal Holroyd
Admin | Blog Director
Crystal has been called to minister to and guide women toward a deeper relationship with Jesus. Since 2012, she has faithfully pursued this calling, walking in the leading of the Holy Spirit to pray, prophesy, and reveal the immeasurable love of our Heavenly Father. Crystal enjoys cherishing time with her husband, four daughters, and two grandchildren, carrying the same love and devotion into her family life.
-
Audrey Dunn-Lansman
Admin
Audrey serves as a consultant for faith-based nonprofits, helping ministries strengthen their impact through effective fundraising and medical software solutions for pregnancy centers as they care for women facing unplanned pregnancies, equipping teams with tools that enable both excellence and compassion. Having lived in Missouri, California, and now Arizona, Audrey brings a broad perspective and a heart for serving diverse communities. Above all, she is deeply committed to seeing women discover their true identity in Christ and experience hope, healing, and purpose.
Meet the Leadership Team
-
Nicole Engman
Founder l Director
Nicole studied Biblical Studies at North Central University and has faithfully served in ministry for many years across Alaska, Massachusetts, and Arizona. Her background includes prayer teams, homeless outreach, and marketplace ministry, where she shares the love of Christ through prayer, encouragement, and meeting people right where they are.
With a special heart for women, Nicole mentors and prays with them, helping them encounter the transforming love of Jesus and step confidently into their God-given calling. When she’s not serving in ministry, she enjoys spending time with her husband, their four adult children, their spouses, and her cherished grandbabies.
-
Jerry Kibby
CFO | Treasurer
Jerry started following the Lord at the age of 8, but didn’t develop a true relationship with Jesus until after he was married. He married his wife, Wendy, in 1994, and they moved from Michigan to Arizona in 2005 with their 4 children. He worked in various financial roles within the manufacturing industry throughout his career. Jerry has served in numerous areas within the church over the years, but his true passion is teaching others God’s financial principles, helping them to develop a deep trust in God with their finances, and enabling them to have peace in this area of their life. He has taught middle school, high school, and college as well as several adult financial classes. He loves spending time with his wife, their kids, and grandchildren. He also enjoys triathlons. Philippians 4:13 I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.
-
Wendy Kibby
CIO
Wendy is a servant leader with a passion for kingdom excellence and helping organizations maximize their impact. She was a founding director of a benevolence ministry in Michigan and held leadership roles in the hospitality industry before fulfilling her dream of becoming a registered nurse. In 2013, she transitioned from nursing into nonprofit healthcare leadership, serving in executive roles including COO and CIO, where she helped transform digital infrastructure, organizational efficiency, and team performance to better serve underserved communities.
Wendy is passionate about using her strategic and operational gifts to build secure, effective systems that support women pursuing healing, growth, and purpose. Guided by her life verse, Jeremiah 29:11, she is committed to stewarding ministry resources with excellence so that women can move beyond survival mode and confidently walk in their God-given calling.
-
Suzanne Robinson
Secretary l Events Director | Admin
Suzy has a deep passion for the Lord and a heart to walk closely with Him. After growing up in church and later spending years away from her faith, God lovingly called her back and captured her heart with His plans for her life. Since then, Suzy has been devoted to growing in her relationship with Christ and encouraging others in their own journeys of faith. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with family, reading, organizing, and planning or going on trips.