Meet our Staff

First Church has a passionate, enthusiastic staff that seeks to build God's kingdom.

  • aDAM rODEHeAVER-VAN gELDER

    PASTOR OF CONGREGATIONAL LIFE AND YOUTH MINISTRIES

    Adam's gifts in youth ministry, discipleship, and vision bless First Church!  Adam and his wife, Laura, have two young daughters, Lulu and Juniper, who keep family life vibrant and energetic..

  • Miranda Craig

    Worship Coordinator

    Miranda Craig recently graduated from Western Theological Seminary with her MDiv degree! Miranda is slightly obsessed with antique books, cold-brew coffee, steel guitars, and worshipping God!.  

  • Debbie Page

    Children's Ministry coordinator

    Debbie coordinates nursery care, Little Lambs and Children’s Worship. Originally from Kansas, she and David have also lived in Dallas, TX, and in the Chicago area. Theyare grateful to be a part of the First.

  • Rachel Witte

    Bookkeeper

    Rachel serves by keeping track of the church's financial bookkeeping details. She does her job with a warm smile and contagious laughter. 

  • Becky Boehm

    AdminIstratOR

    Becky is the church's administrator. She holds the many details that need attending in order for ministry to happen. Becky and her husband Erik, along with their 3 children, are members of First Church. 

  • DAVE lEIBSON


    pROPERTY MANAGER

    Dave serves in the role of Property Manager. He oversees the maintenance and care of First Church's properties. When Dave is not at church, you might find him taking a run or spending time with one of his four grandchildren. 

  • Randy Buursma

    senior pastor

    Before beginning his pastorate at First in 2011, Randy was a teacher at both the elementary and collegiate level. He enjoys spending time with family, especially his grandchildren! And rumor has it he brews a mean IPA.