Elders
Tim Dunagan
Brief Bio
Tim says, “Having been married to Cheryl for 32 years, God has blessed me beyond imagination in having a commited life partner who loves me despite my weaknesses and challenges me to be all I can be in Christ Jesus.” Tim and Cheryl have three grown children. Tim is a Chiropractor in private practice with son, Brian.
Shepherding Experiences
- Elder Board
- Many church leadership positions over the past 30 years
Greg Epp
Brief Bio
Greg Epp and his wife Caroline live near Giltner. They have 7 children ranging in age from 25 to 12 and 2 grandchildren. Greg works as the central Nebraska division manager for Sapp Bros. Petroleum. Caroline is a housewife and homeschool mom and Greg is glad he doesn’t have to work that hard.
Shepherding Experiences
Elder Board
- Elder for 5 years, present Chairman
- Taught various Adult Communities and adult classes
- Mission Committee – past committee Chairman
- Served on the Zambia African mission team
- Prayer Team member and has led various church events
William Feely
Brief Bio
Married to Dawn (truly God’s blessing in my life). William and Dawn have 3 children – Andrew (11), Lauren (9) and Aidan (6). William is a Senior Claims Representative for Farmers Mutual of Nebraska.
Shepherding Experiences
- The Truth Project Leadership Team
- 2008 Senior Pastor Search Committee
- Adult Discipleship Pastor Search Committee for Pastor Paul Canady
- Men’s Ministry Team member
Kelly Larsen
Brief Bio
Kelly and his wife, Tammy have 3 children. Tammy is completing her M.A. in Theological Studies. Their daughter, Danielle (2010 UNK grad) is involved in her church in Lincoln. Sons, Caleb (sophomore at UNL) is involved in leading a campus evangelism ministry and Nathan (GISH senior) has a passion for writing music for ministry. He started and leads a spiritual impact group at GISH and is also on the Zambia Team, along with Tammy and Kelly. Kelly has worked for the Natonal Federation of Independent Business as a Member Representative for nearly 10 years.
Shepherding Experiences
- Pastor, Springs of Life. Portland, OR
- Elder/Lay Pastor, AspenRidge Evangelical Free. Falcon, CO
- Teacher, Logos Adult Community
- Occasionally fill the pulpit
- Lead a Men’s group
Pat Liebsack
Brief Bio
Pat has two college age daughters. He is an Athletic Trainer for Mary Lanning Memorial Hospital in Hastings. He works with eight high schools in South Central Nebraska in providing health care services for their athletes through evaluating injured athletes and providing medical coverage for differrent sporting events.
Shepherding Experiences
- Past Mission’s Committee Chairman
- Co-Leader of Singles Ministries
- Team Leader – Germany Mission Team
- Youth Ministries
Steve Morris
Brief Bio
Steve is married to Leanne, who recently retired from GI Public Schools after teaching fulltime for many years. They have three adult sons, the oldest is married with a toddler son. Steve is the principal at G.I. Christian School, previously at Cedar Hollow School for 25 years.
Shepherding Experiences
- Adult Community teacher for many years
- Usher and greeter
- Elder Baord for the past seven years.
Lynn Rathjen
Brief Bio
Lynn is married to Glenda and they have two grown sons, Andrew and Ryan. Lynn is currently retired.
Shepherding Experiences
- Dave Ramsey Financial Peace University Coordinator
- Counseling for families or individuals dealing with financial issues
- Hope Harbot Board Member
Gary Schulte
Brief Bio
Executive Pastor since 2008, previously Youth Pastor for 10 years, Administrative Pastor for 8 years. Gary is married to Stephanie, a retired school administrator, currently Curriculum Director at State Patrol Training Academy. Gary loves all things baseball and all things Husker.
Shepherding Experiences
- Youth Ministry for 27 years
- Enjoys serving in a variety of teaching roles
- Loves to serve behind the scenes administratively
- Coordinates GI Free’s Welcoming Ministries
Lynn Wilson
Brief Bio
Lynn has been married to Rose for 34 years and they have one grown daughter. Lynn is employed at Tom Dinsdale Autoplex in the Service Department.
Shepherding Experiences
- Elder Board
- Prayer team ministry
- Youth Pastor Search Team 2009
- Singing Christmas Tree
- Taught “Basic Christianity 101″ class
- Evangelism Team – New Year’s events, Golf Scrambles, Movie Nights, Ethnic Festival Booth
