Gordon Wiersma, Pastor, has enjoyed serving as a Pastor at Hope Church since 1999, having previously served congregations in Phoenix and Philadelphia. Gordon is a graduate of Calvin College and completed his M.Div. at Princeton Theological Seminary in 1989. In 2019, he completed a Doctor of Ministry at McCormick Theological Seminary, focusing on restorative atonement theology and creative liturgical resources: www.thechristianstory.org
His family includes his wife, Dr. Anne Heath Wiersma who is a professor of Art History at Hope College, and 4 children – Anna, Bethany, Liam and Stella. Gordon enjoys Michigan football, Wordle, basketball, road trips, and Lake Michigan.
Phil Quinn, Pastor of Discipleship, originates from the Upper Peninsula and has worked in mentoring programs, hospitality, human resources, community resource ministry and parish ministry. He is also a licensed counselor seeing clients through Alliance Counseling Group in Holland.
Jocelyn Van Heest, Children’s Ministry Director, has been involved in some capacity with the children at Hope Church for 30 years; she enjoys being part of their early faith development. Jocelyn appreciates working with others at the church dedicated to fulfilling their baptismal promise to the children. She enjoys reading, bridge, crafts, officiating volleyball, and the beautiful Adirondack Mountains.
Stacy D, Administrative Coordinator, has worked in church ministry the past 8 years. Prior to that she has been a barista, a lunch lady, and a stay-at-home mom to her 2 [now] adult children, Eli and Elvie. Stacy has lived in the West Michigan area for over 30 years with her husband Roger. Her interests include listening to true-crime podcasts, golfing, and relaxing on the beach with a good book.
Rhonda Edgington, Music Director & Organist, moved to Holland with her husband, Mark, and two children from Northern Germany in October 2011, becoming organist at Hope Church in January 2012. She also directs the Carillon Choir, performs as a recitalist, and is an accompanist at Hope College. When not making music or being a mom, Rhonda enjoys bike riding, reading, and baking.
Tim Van Bruggen, Operations Manager has worked bi-vocationally in office management and ministry for most of his career. He grew up in the Holland area, attended West Ottawa and Hope College, and is very pleased be back in his home town. Outside of work, Tim’s a fan of live theatre, music and science fiction & fantasy. He enjoys spending time with his two boys, exploring new places and trying local coffee joints. So if anyone’s up for a chat over some good coffee, let him know!
Bruce Ten Haken, Custodian, Housekeeper & Admin Support
Ben Sikkink, Building Administrator
