Kevin, his wife Jeanne, and their five children (Olivia, Zach, Maddy, Carter and Cayden) love just about anything related to sports, nights by the fire pit, and just hanging at home. Jeanne oversees the education of middle and high school deaf students who are mainstreamed into the Sioux Falls public schools. They also have two cats, a dog, and a couple of fish!

Kevin has been involved with Good News since 1991. In 1996, he began serving on the church staff as the youth director. In 2000, he transitioned to providing congregational care along with doing some preaching. When he completed his Master of Divinity degree from Sioux Falls Seminary in 2002, he received a call from Good News to serve as Senior Pastor.

As Senior Pastor, Kevin’s main role is to provide leadership and vision. He does this through weekly preaching, calling and visiting, and generally walking through life together with the people of Good News.

When asked what the vision is that God has given him for his ministry, Kevin replied, “When I was interviewed for the Pastor position here at Good News, I remember sharing that I believed that God wanted my ministry to be a ministry of healing. Is does not matter whether that healing is physical, emotional, or spiritual. I desire to see people become all that God wants them to be so that together we may enlarge the kingdom of God here on earth. I am thoroughly convinced that our mission ‘of being a place where people encounter the living God in ways they cannot help but share,’ is right on track. We must continue to move toward this because people need Jesus.”

Mary and her husband, Bill, have two adult children, Jessica and Derek, who also live in Sioux Falls. Mary has been attending Good News Church since 1988 and joined the staff as Church Administrator in 2006. As Church Administrator Mary is responsible for the day-to-day operations of Good News Church. This includes oversight of the church staff, the church property, office procedures, financial records, policies, and programs which are in keeping with the church's overall vision. She also works with the volunteers on the Education and Safety Ministry Teams.

When asked what her favorite part of her role is here at Good News, Mary said, “I love ideas and I love helping people get things started. I am having a really great day when I am able to be a part of helping someone else’s God-given dream become reality. Sometimes they may be too scared or they don’t think they’re able. Sometimes they may not have had the time to do it all themselves or they just need someone to help them take that first step. I enjoy being someone’s enabler—the healthy kind!”

Kris and her husband, Clayton, have three children: Chelsea, Micah, and Savannah. Clayton is the Operations Director at Life 96.5 (KNWC) Radio. Chelsea lives in Moorhead, MN. Micah attends the University of Sioux Falls and Savannah attends Edison Middle School. Their family also includes two dogs, Khloe and Simone.

Kris joined the Good News Ministry Staff in June 2010 as the Ministry Development Director. Her role involves helping people make connections with others here and encouraging them to be involved in meaningful ministry through small groups and ministry opportunities both within and outside the church. Kris believes that having a sense of belonging at Good News is key if people are going to become fully engaged in the church and committed to their own spiritual growth. Kris’ favorite part of her role here is helping people discover how God is working in their lives and challenging them to serve Him in their own unique way.

In her spare time Kris enjoys spending time with her family, arts and crafts, and home improvement projects.

Peter and his wife, Sandy, have been married since 2004 and have one daughter, Brielle.

Peter began attending Good News in late spring of 2004 and took the Youth Director position in the late summer of 2005. As Youth Director, Peter oversees middle school and high school age students. He also works with many volunteers who are crucial in developing students to know and follow Christ with all their hearts.

Peter’s vision for the youth ministry here at Good News revolves around the adults of the church. He believes the best way to learn is from the example of others. When people are willing to share their lives and history with the younger generation and do ministry with students because of what they have learned, kids grow tremendously.

When asked about his favorite part of his role here, Peter said, “The best part of my job is the opportunity to get to know so many people and learn about their faith journeys. Adults move from nervous volunteers to life changing mentors. Students are sponges that want the best but soak up whatever is around them. When we get life change mentors surrounding the sponges the harvest is tremendous, because they are surrounded by other sponges and have a great opportunity and the passion to share God’s love uncontrollably.”

In Peter’s spare time he loves to play games, whether board games, card games, made up games or sports. He loves to compete (and to win)!

Kayla, her husband, Scott, and their two children, Kaden (8) and Sydney (5) came to Good News in January, 2012. Kayla joined the Good News staff in July 2012.
Kayla grew up in Springfield, SD and was involved at Emmanual Reformed Church. Before coming to Good News Kayla served as the director of a day care in Dell Rapids which gave her needed office management skills as well as experience in working with and leading people in a variety of situations.
Kayla's responsibilities include overseeing all church communications as well as managing the office.

In her spare time, Kayla enjoys spending time with her family, baking and decorating cakes, and spending time outside.

Eli and his wife, Dawn, have three children, Garrett, Haylee, and Isaac. They have been attending Good News since 1998 and Eli has been serving as our Worship Leader since 2007. A key part of Eli’s role is to help establish music as an integral part of our worship time at Good News. He also feels called to help encourage people to move from just being listeners to becoming active participants in worshiping God.

One of Eli’s favorite part’s of his role as Worship Leader is seeing praise band members develop and learn something new. It’s exciting to see when the "little things" click!

In his spare time, Eli likes to spend time with his family watching movies, eating out, and going on vacation. He also enjoys playing guitar, reading, traveling, and watching basketball.

Tammy, her husband, Matt, and Matt’s son, Isaac, welcomed their newest family member, Lily, in June 2011. Tammy began attending Good News Church in 1996 and became the Children’s Center Director in 2000.

As the Children’s Center Director she oversees and leads the daycare, preschool, and school age care programs that fill the halls of our church building Monday through Friday of each week.

As the director of this important outreach ministry of our church, Tammy is committed to providing a quality program where children will come to know, love, serve, and seek to grow in Christ.

When asked about the favorite part of her job, Tammy explained, “I love so many aspects of this ministry. The children’s smiles and enthusiasm are a bright spot in my day. I also enjoy the people I work with who have a passion for ministry to children and their families.”

Tammy enjoys spending her free time with my family and friends. In the fall and winter, Matt and she are avid football and basketball fans. They faithfully follow Augustana College football and basketball teams, as well as some SDSU and USD games.

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Brian and his wife, Doreen, have two grown daughters, April and Amber. The Booths have been members of Good News Church since 1982. Brian says "the church family has been a great help and leader for my walk as I learn and grow. I am extremely grateful... I firmly believe that God has great things in mind for Good News. I truly believe that he provides when we are in need."
Over the years, Brian has helped with EOWOOD, the youth group, VBS, search committee, Wednesday night meals, led a Bible study and taught Sunday school.

Brian is an electrician for Electric Supply Co.

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Brad is married to Bev. Their son, Chris and his wife Brianna, also attend Good News. They also have a daughter and son-in-law—Jenn and Ben Powers.

Koopmans have been a part of Good News since 1996. Brad says of his spiritual walk, "My walk has been one of highs and lows over the years but one that has continued to gradually rise as I try to seek more and more God's guidance and purpose for my life. Even though I have not liked the low points in my spiritual walk I have emerged on the other side with greater understanding and a greater desire to know the Lord more. I have found that when I am not disciplined in the quiet time that I spend with Him my life becomes more chaotic and subject to outside influences that tempt and pull me away from His will. I am so thankful that I worship that God of the second chance and that through His continual love, grace, and mercy I am able to continue to move forward in my pursuit of becoming more like Him and directing His love toward others."

During his years at Good News, Brad has served on Praise Team, as a Youth group parent volunteer, as elder, and as men's Bible study facilitator.

Brad works as a Regional Sales Manager for Rural Community Insurance Services.

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Larry and his wife, Kendra have a daughter, Haley. Larry began attending Good News in 1999, became a Good News member in 2000, and he and Kendra were married at Good News in October 2000.
Larry says of his spiritual walk, "As I strive to surround myself with positive spiritual influences, I hope to become a positive spiritual influence myself, that can help surround others in need. I believe we are on a life-long journey of following the Word and power of God, but that we never actually “get there” while on earth. Rather, it is a lifestyle of constant change and improvement to become the best we can be. I have many faults and weaknesses, but I am grounded by a strong family background, an enriching family life on a daily basis, and a church that brings me closer to the principles that I strive for every day. While I may not be skilled at quoting Bible verses, I believe that the decisions one makes, when nobody is looking or listening, are what defines us in the eyes of God."
During his years at Good News Church Larry has served as a crew leader at Vacation Bible School, been in several small groups, participated in Saturday morning men’s group, helped with Children In Worship, and served as a greeter. Schnabels currently host Sunday morning youth group at their house.

Larry works at LodgeNet Interactive as a Senior Engineering Project Manager.

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Jason and his wife Lisa have two daughters, Allison & Jamie, and one son, Daniel. They have been attending Good News since 1997.
Jason says of his spiritual walk, "My dad was killed when I was five, and we really did not go to church after that. When I was stationed at Ellis Air Force Base, my roommate asked me if I wanted to start going to church on Wednesday nights, I guess Mark Slaughter from the band went to church there and I thought it might cool. When I moved back to Sioux Falls, something was missing. I met Lisa and we started to talk about life and God.We looked around for a church. Her Dad was a member of Good News, and we started to attend. I thought Pastor Glen was talking to me every Sunday. I remember wondering how he knew so much of what was going on in my life? I eventually was baptized and married at Good News."
While at Good News Jason has been involved in working with the high school youth. He also serves on the Building Committee.
Jason works at the South Dakota Air National Guard as the NCOIC of the Analysis office. He has been serving our country for the past 24 years.

Lisa Young, and her husband, Jason, have three children, Allison, Jamie, and Daniel. The Youngs began attending Good News in 1997 and Lisa serves as Ministry Team Leader for the Worship Ministry Team.

Lisa's vision for this MInistry Team is that everything it does will enhance and create a heartfelt joy in worshipping our Lord among the people of our church. Personally, she enjoys serving on this team because it allows her to be a part of bringing out the deep feelings that worship can create within us.

She especially enjoys the special services like Maundy Thursday and Christmas Eve. Lisa is an Optometrist with EyeSight by Howlin Vision and in her spare time enjoys spending time with her family, reading, and relaxing at the lake.

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Darin grew up in George, Iowa and attended the University of Sioux Falls. He and his wife, Shannon, were married at Good News in 1999 and became members in 2000. Shannon and Darin live in Brandon with their two sons, Gavin and Grayson. Darin desires to continue to grow steadily in his walk with Christ. He has served as a group leader for Vacation Bible School, as well as helping with children's Sunday School, nursery, and Sunday morning greeting. Darin has worked for Citibank for over 18 years and currently manages a team of fraud analysts there.

Care Group: N-R

Scott and his wife, June, and their two children, Mady and Marie, began attending Good News Church in 2003.
Originally from Springfield, SD, Scott has been involved in helping with youth group as well as the children's midweek program and Vacation Bible School here at Good News. He also helps with yard work and the church's computer systems. Scott sites his experience with the Emerging Journey as a significant time of spiritual growth as he developed a stronger foundation in the Word of God and developed close relationships with others in their small group. Scott works at Sanford as a Personal Systems Analyst.

Care Group: D-H

Stan and his wife, Colleen, have been a a part of the Good News Church family since 2006. They have two grown children, Eli (who along with his wife, Dawn and their two children also attend Good News) and Katie (and her husband Todd and their two children). Stan taught high school for 23 years and has been working as a property claim specialist for Allied/Nationwide Insurance for the past 15 years. At Good News he has been involved in teaching both high school students and adults, as well as in drama productions.

Care Group: U-Z

Jerry and his wife, Kim, have four grown children, Brianne, Garrett, Kyle and Molly. Originally members of Good News in the mid 1990s, Jerry and Kim returned to Good News after relocating back to Sioux Falls in 2005. Jerry became a Christian at age 39 while attending a "Dad the Family Shepherd" week-end event at Good News. Jerry has helped lead men's bible studies and been involved in Crossriders and BASIC. He and Kim have also facilitated a young adults class and are very passionate about helping couples have healthy, Christ-centered marriages. Jerry has been employed as the General Manager for Rude Transportation for the past fourteen years.

Care Group: A-C

Cheryl and her husband, Dale, have been married 25 years and have two grown children and four grandchildren.

The Griepps started attending Good News in 1996. During their years at Good News Cheryl has served as a leader in youth ministries, as well as women's bible studies. She has participated in many small groups including Emerging Journey, BASIC, and Hosanna. She has also served as a greeter, at the welcome center, and as part of our capital stewardship campaign home visitor team. Cheryl has gone on several mission trips and helped with mission fund raisers.

Cheryl works at Carrington Court Townhouse Apartments as the resident manager.

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Gale and his wife, Nancy, have 4 children, 1 son-in-law, 1 daughter-in-law and 1 fabulous grandson.

The Wynias started attending Good News in 1991, shortly after moving to Sioux Falls and joined the church a brief time later.

During his time at Good News Gale has served on the Worship committee, as well as volunteered with various construction projects. Gale has also taught Senior High Sunday School and has been active in the Youth Group education process. He has served as an usher and greeter and has participated in various bible studies.

Gale works at Sanford USD Medical Center as the Director of Radiology.

Care Group: U-Z

Keith and his wife Elizabeth have a son named Ian. They have been a part of the Good News family now since 2008.

Keith has served as a leader/teacher with the high school youth for the last three years and also plays as part of the church softball team.

Keith is currently employed at UPS as a morning administrator, and is attending Sioux Falls Seminary in pursuit of his Masters of Divinity.

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Tom and his wife Lisa have three children: Jeremy, Cameron, and Brooklyn.

Tom has been a member of Good News Church since late 1990 and was married at Good News in April of 1992.

While at Good News Tom member of has been involved with several youth group trips including 2 trips to the Boundary Waters. He has also helped with Rake the Town, setting up for Life Light, sub sandwich making , helping with lock ins & serving coffee on Sunday mornings.

Tom is currently employed at Sturdevant’s Refinish Supply Center.