I am so excited to be part of the St. Andrew Children, Youth, & Family team! My passion and call has always been doing ministry alongside kids and their caregivers—especially kids from birth through elementary school. I’ve been volunteering or working in ministry with kids since forever, and I learn something new from them every single time. My goal is to listen well and provide safe spaces in church and out of church where everyone can be who they are and know they are loved and beloved children of God, just as they are.
My husband, Rod, and I live in Eden Prairie (2 minutes from St. Andrew) and have three married kids—Scott (Laura), Sam (Airen), and Sonja (Grant). We also have a grandson, Arthur, who loves reading all the books and picking up all the sticks! In my free time, I enjoy playing with Arthur, walking outside with our 90-pound golden retriever—Watson, snuggling with our cat—Maki, traveling to beautiful outdoor places, meeting friends for conversation, reading, biking, teaching piano, watching streaming shows, and learning to crochet.