Arnis Pape - Preaching
I'm driven to preach and teach by my love for God and for people. I believe we truly live only by knowing God, so I'm passionate about knowing him personally and clearly communicating his self-revelation in scripture.
My family and I moved from Texas in 1997. Connie and I have two adult children, a beautiful daughter-in-law and two sweet grandchildren! We all call Louisville and WRCC our home.
Doug Lalli - Worship
I have the pleasure and honor of leading this church in worship. It's a role I love and take seriously because I love God and His people. And thankfully, this church loves to spend time in worship! There's nothing like hearing the voices of the church praising God!
I moved to this church in December of 1997 when I served as the youth minister. I have two amazing sons, Isaac and Elijah. My family has grown through many things in my years with this church and my role has evolved into what it is today. (and I couldn't be happier about that!)
Outside my love for God, my boys and this church, I love football and especially the Oklahoma Sooners! (Oh, and tacos, I really love tacos!)
Craig Thomas - Students
Myself, Shyann, and our two kids (Marian and LeeRoy), get the pleasure of serving our youth in the building and out. I have a Bachelors from Harding and a Masters from Lipscomb to prepare for a deep Biblical approach to Youth Ministry. My goal is to ignite a fire for the Word of God in the Hearts of the young men and women making up our church.
Outside of spending time with the youth I play and teach golf, do woodworking, work on my photography, read, bike, run, walk, and play my guitars and ukuleles. I see God's beauty in every discipline, so I try and work on as many different talents as I can - while I appreciate the ones who have immense talent in that field, allowing me to see and experience God's nature in that activity.
My deepest hope is that when I finish interacting with anyone, they can walk away more in love with Christ, and not remember my name.
"May we be enabled to say 'No' to sin and 'Yes' to the sinner."
- Dietrich Bonhoeffer
Jeff Dye - INVOLVEMENT
After serving with churches and ministries in a variety of roles, I am grateful to have the opportunity to serve at Westport Road as engagement minister - where I get to connect with people in all walks of life and help them take their next step of faith. My approach to ministry is this: we are all on a journey, and I want to walk with others where we learn (together!) how to follow Jesus more faithfully - thus becoming the people we are meant to be.
I love: taking a walk in the woods (made even better if there is a stream or waterfall nearby), traveling (some of my favorites: Yosemite in California & Petra in Jordan), and studying history (because, of course, it's better to learn from it than repeat it). I enjoy: cereal (anytime of the day), iced tea with just a little sugar (which makes me odd here in the south), ice cream (especially anything with caramel), and music that I've been listening to since college (The Lost Dogs, the 77s, and The Call come to mind). You can learn more about what I'm thinking and writing about at my blog, gulpinggrace.com.
I met my wife Kim at Kentucky Christian University, and we've been married since 1991. We have 3 adult children - but sadly, no grandchildren yet! :)
Rachel wollard - children
I consider it a great privilege to serve the Lord as children's minister for this wonderful church. My goal is to create a partnership with parents to guide kids toward a heart for God. It is my desire for each child to know the amazing love of God and how He works in his/her life. Not much can compare to seeing the love of God through a child's eyes.
My husband and I have been married for eleven years and we have four beautiful children. I love to sing, read, and spend time with my family. I will never say no to pizza, chocolate, or fried rice. Coffee has also become a necessary staple to be consumed at any time of the day. I love my life and I am so blessed with so much more than I deserve!
If you are new or interested in our children's ministry, don't hesitate to contact me or introduce yourself in passing on a Sunday morning. I look forward to meeting you!
