I’m originally from South Africa, and these days I call South Haven, Michigan home. I love golf, staying healthy, and making the most of the life God has given us.
I’ve been married to my incredible wife, Lynette, since 2005. She’s my best friend and the greatest teammate I could ask for. Together we’re raising two amazing kids, Lyne and Yandre, who keep life full of laughter, adventure, and plenty of memorable moments.
More than anything, I’m passionate about Jesus and His Church. I know the church isn’t perfect, because it’s made up of imperfect people. Yet I believe the local church is God’s chosen instrument to bring hope to the hurting, restore broken lives, strengthen families, care for the vulnerable, and point people to Jesus. The church doesn’t exist for itself. We are invited to join God in His mission of making all things new.
I love helping people see the bigger picture of God’s story and discovering how the gospel speaks into everyday life. Whether I’m preaching, leading, or simply sharing a meal with someone, my desire is to help people know Jesus more deeply and follow Him more faithfully.

My worldview is centered on Jesus, and four values shape everything I do in ministry:

• Missional – We don’t just go to church; we are sent to be the church.
• Transformational – The gospel doesn’t just forgive us—it transforms us.
• Incarnational – We bring the love of Jesus to people by being present where they are.
• Relational – We grow best when we follow Jesus together.

I look forward to walking this journey of faith together!

Hi, my name is Christina! I am blessed to be the Administrative Assistant at Hope Church since December 1, 2014. Widowed in 2021, Kevin and I had three beautiful children together and an amazing daughter in-law. My son, Ian and his wife, Lulu, are living in Kansas City, MO. My daughter Liz lives in South Haven and Emily is a licensed cosmetologist at Harvey House in Paw Paw, MI. I also have an older daughter, Katie, and she has 4 children. Our family is further extended with three dogs that think they are human.
I truly love being able to come to work and talk about our Lord and Savior, without someone being offended. What a true freedom that is. It is an honor to be able to share in people’s struggles, joys, sadness and everyday life, and offering up prayers and hope. I am dedicated to Hope Church and to sharing our vision. I encourage everyone to get involved somehow, if you aren’t already. The blessings are enormous!
I love the Lord and continue to learn and grow in Him each day. When I have time, I am an avid reader. I love sewing, woodworking, and making crafts of all kinds. I also love to go metal detecting. If I have not met you, please stop in and say “hi”! God bless!

 

A native of Bloomingdale, I’m grateful to be serving the South Haven Community alongside my husband, Michael, and our daughter, Brynnleigh. Life is a beautiful whirlwind right now as I navigate the joys of new motherhood and manage our family hobby farm of miniature horses and goats. I stay active through my love for fitness. Whether I’m out for a run, lifting weights, or cheering on my favorite college sports teams, I’m always on the move! My background is in Exercise Science and Athletic Training, but recently, I’ve felt a clear calling from the Lord to step into Youth Ministry. I am passionate about meeting middle and high school students exactly where they are—walking beside them through the highs and lows of life and pointing them toward Jesus every step of the way. Would love to connect with you!

I was born and raised in southern Ontario, Canada, and moved to Michigan to attend Calvin College (now Calvin University). I’ve been married to my husband Jason for over 18 years, and together we homeschool our two high schoolers, Jaden and Hannah.

I love working with children and see my role as creating spaces where kids and families encounter Jesus and experience His transforming power. My prayer is that our children’s ministry would always be Christ-centered—everything we do flowing from a desire to follow Christ and His teachings. I value a ministry that is accepting, welcoming every child and family as Christ modeled for us; loving, where all experience the love of Jesus; and engaging, where kids are encouraged to internalize God’s Word through meaningful and age-appropriate experiences.

Outside of church, Jason and I run a small market farm and spend our summers growing vegetables for the South Haven Farm Market. In the quieter winter months, I love quilting, crocheting, and reading.

I’m excited to continue walking alongside the children and families of Hope Church, trusting that God will use even the smallest seeds of faith to bring about big Kingdom growth!